East Sussex College Group

A good further education school in East Sussex. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for East Sussex College Group.

Eastbourne, BN212UF Ofsted: Good Age 16-99 Mixed intake
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Performance Score

Overall school rating

35

/ 100

Sixth Form Only weighted harmonic mean of 3 indicators

Indicators used for Sixth Form Only schools

Continue in education or training
19.5
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 40.0%
Raw: 27.0%
Sustained employment
76.6
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: 39.0%
Ofsted inspection outcome
75.0
/ 100 normalized
Weight: 30.0%
Raw: Good

How we weight each phase

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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Ofsted Inspection

Official inspection outcomes

Good
Overall effectiveness
Good
Last inspected
28 January 2025
Quality of education
Good
Behaviour & attitudes
Good
Personal development
Good
Safeguarding
Effective

Source: Ofsted inspection outcomes. Grades: Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement, Inadequate.

Contact Information

How to reach this school

Source: GIAS
Address
Cross Levels Way
Eastbourne, BN212UF
Phone
3030039400
Website
escg.ac.uk

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
130665
Type
Further education
Phase
Sixth Form Only
Address
Cross Levels Way, Eastbourne, BN21 2UF
Website
www.escg.ac.uk
Age range
16-99
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Does not apply
School status
Open
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
No

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

Real Success Rates

What happens to students after they leave this school

Continue Education
27.0%
University, college, or sixth form
Enter Employment
39.0%
Full or part-time jobs
Start Apprenticeships
6.0%
Learning while earning
Not in Education or Work
21.0%
NEET - needs support

Sixth Form University Progression

Where sixth form students go after graduation

University Progression
15%
Quality: Below Average
Sixth Form Size
2188 students
Per cohort
Apprenticeships
6.0%

Calculated Fields

Derived insights and analysis

Source: Calculated

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

Music (GCE A level)
★★★★ ★
(8 students)
Art & Design (Photography) (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(39 students)
Art & Design (Fine Art) (GCE AS level (All))
★★★ ★★
(33 students)
Art & Design (Textiles) (GCE A level)
★★★ ★★
(14 students)
Art & Design (Photography) (GCE AS level (All))
★★ ★★★
(30 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

PROUD

Head Teacher's Message

Rebecca Conroy, CEO & Principal, said: 'We are delighted with our latest Ofsted report, which demonstrates that we are a GOOD and Strong college across all areas. It recognises our strong contribution to meeting local skills needs, and we are proud to see these strengths acknowledged.'

Facilities

Immersive classrooms and facilities (world class) Green Training Hub (Hampden Park, Eastbourne) Institute of Technology (Ore) Creative Skills Studio (Charleston, Lewes) Marine Workshops (Newhaven)

Curriculum Highlights

A-Levels T-Levels Professional & Technical Courses Apprenticeships Inclusive Learning & Pathways

Admissions Criteria

Admission is course-specific and depends on entry criteria. The level you apply for depends on your predicted GCSE grades and the entry requirements for the course you’re interested in. Applications can be made via Careers East Sussex; you can apply by post or online. Most college interviews take place at large-scale interview event dates; your final choice happens after your college interview. We recommend applying by 31 January. Course types include A-Levels, T-Levels, Professional & Technical Courses, Apprenticeships, and Inclusive Learning & Pathways. All course transfers depend on spaces. Our careers team can support progression to university, apprenticeships, work, or higher education.

Financial Information

Bursaries: Available

Tuition fees for 16–18 learners are expected to be free; 19+ learners may be eligible for fee waivers. Advanced Learner Loans may help cover tuition for Level 3 and above. Bursaries (16–18 and Discretionary) and the Discretionary Learner Support Fund may assist with travel, childcare, and equipment. Free meals may be available for those in receipt of certain benefits. Care to Learn supports childcare costs. Unizone travel schemes and railcards may help with travel costs. Staged payments are available for course fees.

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