Sunrise Academy

About Sunrise Academy

Sunrise Academy in Lowestoft specialises in supporting children aged 10 to 16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, who have difficulties in managing their behaviour and emotions.

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Key Facts

Students 52

Head/Principal Patrick Hamilton

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 5.0

Teaching Quality 5.0

Communication 5.0

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

2.2

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

0.8

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-2.03

Progress 8

Well below average

0.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

0.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

12 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily J Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 1, 2022

5.0

"A Safe and Supportive Environment"

I'm so grateful to have found Sunrise Academy for my daughter. The staff are kind and caring, and the school's focus on SEMH needs has been a game-changer for her. The sensory room is a great resource for calming and regulating, and the teachers are always willing to adapt their approach to meet her needs.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Sarah B Unconfirmed

Parent Mar 20, 2022

4.0

"Some Good, Some Not So Good"

We've had a mixed experience at Sunrise Academy. The staff are generally friendly and supportive, but the curriculum could be more engaging for our child. The sensory room has been a great resource for him, though, and the school's focus on SEMH needs has been helpful.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 3/5

Facilities 4/5

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David R Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 15, 2021

5.0

"A Positive Experience"

My son attended Sunrise Academy for a year, and I was pleasantly surprised by the sense of community and support. The teachers were patient and understanding, and the school's values of teamwork and mutual respect were evident in everything they did.

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 5/5

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