Sussex House School

URN: 100514 • London SW1X 0EA

Overview

Name
Sussex House School
URN
100514
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
Church of England
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
39.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Nicholas Kaye (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
02075841741
Website
Visit
Address
68 Cadogan Square, London SW1X 0EA

Summary

Sussex House School is an independent preparatory school for boys aged 8 to 13, located in Chelsea, London. Founded in 1952, the school operates under a charitable trust and maintains a close-knit community of 187 pupils, supported by 21 full-time staff and additional visiting coaches. The school's ethos centres on fostering an inspirational environment that promotes learning, creativity, and sporting achievement, while also encouraging a sense of belonging among students.

The curriculum at Sussex House is designed to prepare boys for Common Entrance and Scholarship exams, with a strong emphasis on music, drama, and the arts. The school boasts a notable record in national sports, particularly fencing, and offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including annual productions and concerts at prestigious venues. The school also has a Church of England affiliation, welcoming boys of all faiths and backgrounds.

In terms of support, Sussex House provides bursaries to assist families facing financial hardship, ensuring that access to education is not limited by economic circumstances. The school fosters a family atmosphere, with many alumni maintaining connections through events and reunions, contributing to a rich community legacy.

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Key details

LA
Kensington and Chelsea
Age range
8 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
183
Pupils
187
Boys
187
Girls
0
FSM %
Open date
1956-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 187 187 0 183
2024-09-11 185 185 0 183
2023-09-11 189 189 0 183 0.00
2022-09-11 189 189 0 183 0.00
2021-09-11 184 184 0 183 0.00
2020-09-11 184 184 0 183 0.00

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