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Open Evening 2026

Join Us for Open Evening 2026 We're looking forward to welcoming prospective students and their families to our Open Evening on 17th September, 17:00-20:00 --Take a tour of our school with our fantastic student guides. --Explore our classrooms and meet our dedicated staff. --Hear from our students about life at Priory and what makes our community so special. --Attend one of our Headteacher’s talks (17:15, 18:15, 19:15) throughout the evening to learn more about our vision, values and opportunities for every student. Whether you're interested in our outstanding learning opportunities, vibrant enrichment programme, or supportive school community, this is the perfect chance to discover what makes Priory such a special place to learn and grow. There is no need to register, please just turn up on the evening. Please note, parking is limited, a few additional spaces will be available at East Sussex College, so please make your way on foot where possible. We look forward to welcoming you.

Activity and Creativity Days 2026

We are excited to launch our Activity and Creativity Days 2026 for students in Years 7–9.  These will take place at the end of Term 6:  Monday 20th – Tuesday 21st July: Two-day activity  Wednesday 22nd July: Half-day in school celebrating students’ experiences  Students will take part in one two-day activity, giving them the chance to try something new, build confidence and enjoy time with their peers. We’ve designed a wide range of activities to inspire creativity, teamwork and a sense of achievement.  You can find full details of all activities in the booklet here: ACTIVITY AND CREATIVITY DAYS BOOKLET   Each activity includes information about which year group it is for, what to bring and approximate costs involved.  A couple of quick updates:  The Year 9 residential (Deers Leap) is now full.  There are still some places available on the Eastbourne water sports trip for Years 8 and 9.  Supporting all students  We know that trips and activities can be a financial pressure for some families.  Students eligible for free school meals or pupil premium will receive up to £50 towards costs, automatically applied in Arbor.  If you would like to request support or a flexible payment plan, please contact: trips@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk   We are also offering a voluntary “Pay it Forward” option via Arbor, where families can contribute towards another student’s place if they wish. This is entirely optional but greatly appreciated.  What you need to do now  Talk through the options in the booklet with your child.  Submit their choices (one first choice and two reserves) by Monday 18th May @10pm using this form: Activity and Creativity Days: Monday 20th and Tuesday 21st July 2026 – Fill out form  If no form is submitted, a free activity will be allocated.  Check that consent forms on Arbor are completed, as we can’t take students on activities without these.  Once all forms have been received, we will send a follow-up letter to confirm your child’s activity and payment via Arbor.  We’ll finish the week with a celebration of all the students’ experiences and achievements on Wednesday.  If you have any questions or would like help choosing, please don’t hesitate to get in touch: info@priory.e-sussex.sch.uk   Thank you, as always, for your support—we hope students have a fantastic and memorable experience! 

Follow Us on Instagram for School Updates

Want to keep up to date with life at Priory School? Our Instagram page is the best place to see what’s happening across the school day-to-day. We regularly share: Key school updates and reminders Celebrations of student achievements Trips, events and enrichment activities Assemblies, performances and sporting highlights Important notices and whole-school moments Following us is a great way to stay connected and get a real glimpse into school life as it happens. You can find us on Instagram by searching @PriorySchoolLewes  We’d love to have you following along!

Spring Summer Menu out now!

We’re excited to share our brand-new Spring/Summer 2026 menu, now being served in school!  Students can enjoy a wide range of fresh, tasty and nutritious options each day – from hot favourites and street-food inspired dishes to vegetarian and vegan choices. You can view the full menu here.    

College Open Days

Please keep an eye on our social channels for updates on local college events coming up!

World Book Day 2026

We look forward to celebrating World Book Day on Thursday 5th March. This is always a much‑loved event in our school calendar and a wonderful opportunity for our whole community to come together to celebrate the joy of books and reading. This year’s event ties into the National Year of Reading, the biggest UK reading campaign in a generation. It was launched in response to worrying declines in young people reading for pleasure. The theme, “Go All In – If you're into it, read into it,” encourages children to discover books that match their interests - from sport and music to fashion, gaming, animals, adventures, and anything else that sparks their curiosity. One of the highlights of the day will be our book-themed costume competition. Students and staff are invited to come dressed as a favourite book character - whether from a classic novel, a modern story, a poem, a picture book, or a graphic novel. Costumes can be as simple or as imaginative as students wish. If possible, we encourage pupils to bring the book itself, or a printed copy of the cover, so they can share the story behind their costume.

Spring Concert 2026

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