Academy · East Sussex

The Cavendish School

All-through
Ages 2–16

Term dates

Academys can set their own term dates. Many follow East Sussex council's dates, shown below as a guide, but check with the school, especially for INSET days.

2026/27

2027/28

See East Sussex's full dates

Admissions

Places for Year 7 are applied for through your home council, not the school.

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About and location

Type: Academy
Phase: All-through
Ages: 2–16
Pupils: 1399 (capacity 1320)
Gender: Mixed
Academy trust: CAVENDISH EDUCATION TRUST
Admissions: Non-selective
Phone: 01323731340
Address: Eldon Road, Eastbourne, BN21 1UE
Website: cavendish.cet.uk

Official school record, including Ofsted reports

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