Understanding Demand
Community evidence indicates sustained demand for a local non-selective option, supported by parent feedback and local growth patterns.
Community Survey Evidence
- A February 2025 two-week online survey asked whether families would choose a local small non-selective school in Cranbrook.
- The survey recorded 1,027 YES responses, representing 1,597 nursery and primary-aged children.
Catchment Assumption
- A working catchment of approximately seven miles from Angley Road has been used.
- This reflects historic attendance patterns and local school catchment logic, including nearby East Sussex communities where relevant.
Long-Term Need
- Current pressure is not short term: absenteeism and elected home education remain high concerns.
- Housing growth across local parishes is expected to increase secondary demand further.
- Families and communities are already reporting school access as a deciding factor in local housing decisions.