Open Days
We welcome you and your child to come and visit us to see the fantastic opportunities available at Ark Blacklands Primary Academy.
We understand that choosing the right school for your child is an important and personal decision. The best place to start is by planning a visit where you’ll meet teachers and pupils, take a tour and have the opportunity to get a real feel of what we offer.
'Meet the Head of School and academy Tours' are taking place as follows:
- Tuesday 5th November at 9:30am
- Wednesday 6th November at 1:45pm - fully booked
- Thursday 7th November at 9:30am
- Wednesday 13th November at 1:45pm
To book a place, please fill out the form below.
If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
How to apply
Applications for places at Ark Blacklands will be made in accordance with East Sussex County Council's co-ordinated admission arrangements.
Applications can be submitted through the East Sussex County Council website, using the link below.
Applications to start school in September 2025 need to be submitted by the 15th January 2025.
Parents will then be notified by East Sussex County Council on the 16th April 2025 if their application has been successful.
If you have any questions about the admissions process, don't hesitate to get in contact.
Find out more
Reading at the heart of the curriculum
We have timetabled reading lessons every day, as well as an incredibly stocked library and reading corners dotted throughout the school.
Exciting extra-curricular activities
Our Primary Connections Programme exposes our pupils to over 40 unique experiences during their time with us, ranging from adventuring out in nature, to engaging in the performing arts, to enterprise and careers.
Setting your child up for success
We're proud that students from Ark Schools are 3 times more likely to go on to a top tier university at the end of their school career.