Dorothy Stringer School
URN: 114580 • Brighton BN1 6PZ
Overview
- Name
- Dorothy Stringer School
- URN
- 114580
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matt Hillier (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01273852222
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Loder Road, Brighton BN1 6PZ
Summary
Dorothy Stringer School, located in Brighton, is a mixed community secondary school with a current enrollment of 1,626 pupils and a capacity of 1,650. The school is dedicated to providing a holistic education that prepares students for the rapidly changing world, emphasising not only academic success but also personal growth and emotional wellbeing. The school's motto, "Education for Life," reflects its commitment to nurturing lifelong learners.
The curriculum at Dorothy Stringer is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, fostering creativity, resilience, and respect as core values. The school aims to create an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and supported. Partnerships with parents and the local community are actively encouraged to enhance the educational experience and ensure that students thrive both academically and personally.
Dorothy Stringer also prioritises the development of strong links with local sixth form providers, helping students transition smoothly into further education. The school prides itself on preparing students not only for examinations but also for successful futures, equipping them with the skills and confidence needed to navigate adulthood.
The curriculum at Dorothy Stringer is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, fostering creativity, resilience, and respect as core values. The school aims to create an inclusive environment where every student feels valued and supported. Partnerships with parents and the local community are actively encouraged to enhance the educational experience and ensure that students thrive both academically and personally.
Dorothy Stringer also prioritises the development of strong links with local sixth form providers, helping students transition smoothly into further education. The school prides itself on preparing students not only for examinations but also for successful futures, equipping them with the skills and confidence needed to navigate adulthood.
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Nearby alternatives
- Varndean School (64.7)
- Patcham High School (62.4)
- Portslade Aldridge Community Academy (57.4)
- East Brighton College of Media Arts (45.2)
- Falmer High School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Brighton and Hove
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1650
- Pupils
- 1626
- Boys
- 869
- Girls
- 757
- FSM %
- 23.90
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-10-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1626 | 869 | 757 | 1650 | 23.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1635 | 889 | 746 | 1650 | 21.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1661 | 884 | 777 | 1650 | 16.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1661 | 884 | 777 | 1650 | 16.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1667 | 880 | 787 | 1650 | 15.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1681 | 891 | 790 | 1650 | 12.90 |
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