School in the Top 3% for Progress
Jarvis Brook School has received a letter from the Education Secretary praising them for being in the top 3% of schools for progress in...
Unveiling of the “History Wall” at Henry Fermor School
On 10th January a "History Wall" at Henry Fermor School was officially opened by the Mayor of Crowborough, Cllr Greg Rose.
Sir Henry Fermor (1667-1734)...
Music Centre to move from Crowborough
It has been announced that in January the Saturday music school will move from Crowborough to Heathfield Community College.
Area Music Centres support students who are...
East Sussex music lessons safe … for now
Earlier this year, East Sussex County Council announced a consultation on proposals to remove funding for individual and small group instrumental lessons in a...
Beacon Academy students continue to excel in new, tougher GCSEs
Beacon Academy have said they are delighted with their GCSE results and immensely proud of their student's performance, despite changes to make the qualifications...
An inspirational Honours Evening for Beacon Academy students
Beacon Academy celebrated the achievements of students at the school’s Honours Evening on Thursday 12th July.
Now in its third year, this annual awards presentation...
Beacon students get lessons in managing their money
Year 10 students in Crowborough have been receiving lessons in how to manage their money as part of a nationwide programme from Legal & General.
The...
Protest over cuts to respite care
A number of parents and children gathered on Saturday to protest against East Sussex County Council’s plans to handover respite provision at Grove Park...
Sussex Teacher of the Year Awards
Five members of Beacon Academy staff have been acknowledged for their outstanding contribution to the education and wellbeing of our students at the Sussex Teacher of the...
Inspectors praise progress at Crowborough primary school
Ashdown Primary School has been inspected by the Government's watchdog for the first time since the new school was formed through the merger of...