Question 1

Is Uplands Academy a good school?

Accepted Answer

The most recent Ofsted inspection (14–15 January 2025) concluded the academy had taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection. Safeguarding arrangements were confirmed as effective.

Question 2

What are the fees at Uplands Academy?

Accepted Answer

Uplands Academy is a state-funded school. There are no tuition fees, although families should expect normal costs such as uniform, trips, and optional activities.

Question 3

How do I apply to Uplands Academy for September 2027 entry?

Accepted Answer

Applications for Year 7 places are made through East Sussex’s co-ordinated admissions process. For September 2027 entry, the current route gives an opening date of 1 September 2026, a closing date of 31 October 2026, and National Offer Day on 1 March 2027.

Question 4

Does Uplands Academy have a sixth form?

Accepted Answer

Ofsted states that the sixth form provision was phased out and that there has been no sixth form provision from September 2025. Students progress to colleges, training providers, or apprenticeships after Year 11.

Question 5

How strong are GCSE outcomes at Uplands Academy?

Accepted Answer

The school’s average Attainment 8 score is 42.5 and its Progress 8 score is -0.23. In the current FindMySchool GCSE rankings, it is ranked 3,550th academically and 2,213th overall in England, and 1st in Wadhurst locally.

Question 6

What is the school’s approach to behaviour and culture?

Accepted Answer

Ofsted describes a culture where manners, acceptance, respect and kindness are central, with generally positive behaviour and low-level disruption addressed effectively. The school emphasises reading and literacy to support access to a broad curriculum.

Question 7

Is Uplands Academy popular with families outside East Sussex?

Accepted Answer

East Sussex County Council planning documents note a significant proportion of demand coming from out of area applicants, especially from neighbouring Kent, and forecast the school to be full or close to full in forthcoming years if that popularity continues.

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