At the end of last year, a hand‑selected group of our Year 9 students were given the opportunity to participate in The Brilliant Club’s Scholars Programme. The Scholars Programme is a UK‑wide initiative that connects pupils aged 8–18 from non‑selective state schools with PhD tutors, enabling them to experience university‑style learning and improve academic attainment.…
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On Wednesday 29 April, pupils from schools across the Hailsham Primary Cluster came together to take part in the first ever dodgeball tournament hosted at Hailsham Academy Secondary Phase. The event provided a fantastic opportunity for children to take part in competitive sport and proudly represent their schools. Match Report provided by Mr Delmon – Hailsham…
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During the last week of term the final instalment of fixtures in the Hailsham Primary Cluster Football League were played, and what a finale it proved to be. With the top three teams: Hawkes Farm, Hailsham Academy, and Hellingly, separated by just two points heading into Week 4, everything was still to play for. The stakes…
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As we come to the Spring Term, we are delighted to share our latest end of term newsletter. This edition highlights a wide range of achievements, events and opportunities from across the academy, including student successes, curriculum highlights, enrichment activities, community projects and key updates for families. We encourage all parents, carers and students to…
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On Tuesday 24 March, we were delighted to welcome more than 30 local businesses, training providers, and post-16 education settings to our annual Hailsham Academy Secondary Phase Careers Fair. This event has become a highlight of our school calendar, giving every student from Year 7 to Year 11 the chance to explore future pathways and…
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Hailsham Academy’s Year 7 football team rounded off their season in style with a well‑earned 3–1 victory over Seaford Head in the cup final at the Peacehaven County pitch. The occasion felt special from the start, as both teams completed their warm‑ups before heading back into the changing rooms and then walking out to a…
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Last week was a busy and successful one for our Gymnastics and Trampolining Team with two big competitions and some fantastic results. Well done to all involved! Gymnastics and Trampoline Competition On Wednesday 11th March, Mrs Fitch-Preston took students from Years 7, 9 and 10 to compete in the annual Gymnastics and Trampoline Competition at…
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To celebrate World Book Day, pupils at Hailsham Academy Primary Phase were delighted to welcome Sussex storyteller, Helen Tozer, for a special interactive reading session arranged in partnership with Barratt Homes. During the session, which formed part of a week of World Book Day celebrations at Hailsham Academy Primary Phase, 120 Key Stage 2 pupils…
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Last week, on what had been one of the nicest days of the year so far, the High 5 Netball tournament took place at Hailsham Academy. Entering this event were three out of the eight partnership primary schools, with Hailsham Academy bringing an A and B team along to boost the total number of teams…
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A huge congratulations to our U13 (Year 8) Girls’ Cricket Team, who were crowned champions on Tuesday after an outstanding day of cricket. On their way to lifting the trophy, the girls secured impressive victories over Uckfield, Bexhill and another Hailsham Academy side. As the competition intensified, so did their confidence and determination — with several superb…
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