It’s just over a year since Warden Park took the huge step to ‘go it alone’ and become one of the first school Academies in the county.

Since then consistency has been key, with pupils hardly noticing the difference as the school continues to maintain its high position in the league tables but behind the scenes significant changes have already been made.

Head Teacher Steve Johnson looks back and explains why he is incredibly proud to have been at the helm during an exciting, demanding and rewarding first year.

Read the interview on page 10 of the Jan/Feb issue of Cuckfield Life magazine - available free from many shops on Cuckfield High Street.