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Open Events

We are delighted to welcome prospective families to visit our school and experience our vibrant all-through community for themselves. Our open events provide an opportunity to meet our staff and students, explore our excellent facilities and learn more about the educational journey we offer from Pre-School through to Year 11.

Whether your child is preparing to start Reception or moving into Year 7, we look forward to showing you what makes Hailsham Academy such a special place to learn, grow and thrive.


Primary Phase Open Events

If your child is due to start Reception in September 2027, we warmly invite you to visit our Primary Phase during our open events this autumn.

Our open events provide an opportunity to:

  • Meet our Headteacher and Early Years team
  • Explore our purpose-built facilities
  • Visit classrooms and learning spaces
  • Learn more about our curriculum and school values
  • Find out how we support every child to flourish from the very start of their educational journey
Open Evening and Open Morning Tours

November 2026

During our open events, you will have the opportunity to see the school in action, meet members of staff and discover how we nurture curiosity, confidence and a love of learning.

Booking information will be available here in September.

Secondary Phase Open Events

If your child is preparing to join Year 7, we invite you to visit our Secondary Phase and discover our ambitious curriculum, strong pastoral care and vibrant school community.

Open Day

Saturday 3 October 2026
9:30am – 12:30pm

Open to all families, including those with children in Year 5, our Open Day is an excellent opportunity to:

  • Tour our facilities
  • Take part in interactive subject activities
  • Meet our students, staff and leadership team
  • Hear presentations from senior leaders
  • Learn more about life at Hailsham Academy Secondary Phase

No booking required.

Year 6 Open Morning Tours

Monday 5 October – Friday 9 October 2026
From 9:30am

Led by our Student Ambassadors, these guided tours provide an opportunity to:

  • Experience lessons in action
  • Explore the school during a normal working day
  • Meet staff and students
  • Hear from members of our leadership team
  • Ask questions in an informal setting

Advance booking is required and priority will be given to Year 6 families.


Visit Us

We strongly encourage families to visit us and experience our school community first-hand. Open events are often the best way to gain a sense of our culture, values and ambitions for every child.

For further information about any of our open events, please contact:

Email: openevents@hccat.net
Telephone: 01323 841468

We look forward to welcoming you to Hailsham Academy.