Category Archives: Schools and colleges

More students to take steps to success

Boy singing into a microphonePUPILS from across East Sussex have been selected to join a programme which supports young people as they move from school into work, training and further education.

Between September 2024 and August 2026, the Steps to Success programme will work with 315 current year 10 students to develop personal and career development goals with the aim of finding the best route for them at the end of year 11.

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Measures make School Streets safer for families

PUPILS will now find it easier to walk, wheel or cycle to school thanks to the launch of a new scheme in three areas of the county.

Langney Primary Academy School in Eastbourne, Southover C of E Primary School in Lewes, and All Saints C of E Primary School in Sidley, Bexhill have restricted vehicle access during peak school hours to make the pick-up and drop-off safer and more enjoyable. Continue reading

Congratulations to East Sussex students as exam results announced

escc logoCOUNCIL leaders are celebrating the efforts of young people across East Sussex today as this year’s GCSE results are announced.

Cllr Bob Standley, lead member for education and inclusion, special educational needs and disability at East Sussex County Council, said: “Our young people have worked hard to ensure that they were well prepared for their examinations and this is reflected in the results that they have received today.

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Congratulations to East Sussex students as A-Level exam results announced

escc logoCOUNCIL leaders have praised the efforts of young people across East Sussex as they receive their A Level, Technical and Vocational qualifications today.

Cllr Bob Standley, lead member for education and inclusion, special educational needs and disability at East Sussex County Council, said: “On behalf of the County Council, I would like to congratulate East Sussex’s post-16 students on their hard work and determination. Our young people were well prepared for their examinations, and this is reflected in the results that they have received today.”

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