White House Academy
Hailsham, BN27 2FB · East Sussex · primary school
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34th of 130 primary schools in East Sussex we can score, 144 in total — the rest without enough published data. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 7.8/10 against 1,703 of them, against 6.4/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expected standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 68.0 · 60 | 40% | 2.40 |
| Ofsted | 52 | 35% | 1.82 |
| Higher standard (RWM) 2024/25 | 11.0 · 71 | 25% | 1.77 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
White House Academy overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 68.0% of pupils reached the expected standard in reading, writing and maths, compared to the national median of 64%. For the higher standard, 11.0% achieved this against a national median of 7%. Ofsted rated the school Good in June 2025. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (7.8 out of 10 against similar schools, 6.4 out of 10 against all schools).
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join football, karate, and art & craft clubs. Trips include visits to London, Eastbourne theatre, Battle Abbey, Blackberry Farm, and the local library. Both a breakfast club and an after-school club are available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 190 pupils against a stated capacity of 210. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the school support pupils who are not yet meeting the expected standard in maths? What specific activities are included in the weekly art & craft sessions? How does the school manage the transition for children joining from other primary schools?
What Ofsted said about White House Academy
Overview
White House Academy has “taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection.” Pupils are described as “excellent ambassadors” who feel supported, confident, and proud of their “inclusive school community.” The school fosters a positive environment where pupils’ views are valued and academic expectations continue to rise.
Strengths
- Pupils develop “very positive attitudes to learning” and are “attentive to teachers,” even when finding work challenging.
- The curriculum is “broad and ambitious,” with a “carefully planned programme of trips and visitors” that brings learning to life.
- Reading is “well prioritised,” with staff ensuring pupils who fall behind receive “ongoing support” and regular read-aloud sessions.
- Staff receive training that enables them to “better understand and meet the needs of pupils,” including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).
- Pupils develop a “deep understanding of why it is important to treat everyone with respect” and learn to stand up against discrimination.
Areas to improve
- Teachers must use assessment “consistently to identify gaps in learning” because, on occasion, checks are not effective enough to address misconceptions.
- The teaching of early writing requires strengthening, as some pupils do not have “sufficient opportunities to practise” transcriptional skills like letter formation and punctuation.
Safeguarding
The report states that “the arrangements for safeguarding are effective.”
Results over time
Expected standard (reading, writing, maths), the years we hold.
| Year | Expected standard (reading, writing, maths) |
|---|---|
| 2022/23 | 57% |
| 2023/24 | 70% |
| 2024/25 | 68% |
| England | 64% |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 14,326 state schools in England we hold a 2024/25 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
- Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
- Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
- Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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