Breakwater Academy
| Type | Primary / Academy sponsor led |
| Age Range | 4-11 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | Valley Road Newhaven East Sussex BN9 9UT |
| Phone | 01273514300 |
| Reference Number | 143120 |
Breakwater Academy is performing well, having maintained the high standards established during its previous inspection. The school is part of the STEP Academy Trust, which supports the effective running of the institution. Parents and carers report significant progress in their children's learning, reflecting the school's commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive environment. High expectations are set for both academic achievements and personal development, allowing pupils to thrive both socially and emotionally.
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 163 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 49.69%
Girls: 50.31% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 45.4% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 14.1% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 22 |
| Average size of Key Stage 1 classes taught by one teacher | 15 |
| Average size of Key Stage 2 classes taught by one teacher | 23.8 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7 | 8 | 15 |
| 2 | 16 | 12 | 28 |
| 3 | 13 | 13 | 26 |
| 4 | 8 | 11 | 19 |
| 5 | 14 | 15 | 29 |
| 6 | 9 | 12 | 21 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 66.3% |
| White, Other | 6.1% |
| White & Black (African) | 4.9% |
| African | 4.3% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 3.7% |
| White & Asian | 3.1% |
| Indian | 3.1% |
| Unclassified | 3.1% |
| Mixed, Other | 2.5% |
| Asian, Other | 1.2% |
| Chinese | 0.6% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 05 Nov 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 05 Nov 2024 | School inspection |
| 21 May 2019 | Full inspection: |
Strengths
- Pupils demonstrate high engagement and enthusiasm for learning.
- The school has a well-structured and ambitious curriculum.
- Strong emphasis on early reading and phonics training.
- Pupils show confidence and competence in mathematics.
- Effective collaboration with families to enhance pupil support.
Areas for Improvement
- Methods of assessment in foundation subjects are not yet fully developed.
- Occasionally, tasks are not adapted well enough for all learners.
How many students meet the standards
| Reading, Writing & Maths | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 81% | ||
| Pupils meeting a higher standard | 0% |
Average Scaled Score
Results are converted into scaled scores to allow accurate comparisons of performance over time even if the difficulty of the test varies over time. Scaled scores range from 80 to 120.
| Subject | School | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | 110 | ||
| Maths | 108 |
Progress Scores
A progress score is a way to measure how well a student progressed in comparison to other students of a similar starting ability. A score of zero means would mean that a student made the same progress as others that had a similar starting a ability. A positive score would mean that the student made more progress than other students of similar starting ability. The scores below are for the whole school so is the average progress score across all students.
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading | -1.1 | ||
| Writing | -0.5 | ||
| Maths | 1.8 |
How many students meet the standards
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 14 | 0 |
| Third Preference | 13 | 1 |
| From another Local Authority | 0 | 0 |
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Meridian Community Primary School and Nursery
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Peacehaven Heights Academy
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Telscombe Cliffs Academy
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Seaford Primary School
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Cradle Hill Community Primary School
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Chyngton School
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