Patcham High School
URN: 114608 • Brighton BN1 8PB
Overview
- Name
- Patcham High School
- URN
- 114608
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 62.4 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- John McKee (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01273503908
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ladies Mile Road, Brighton BN1 8PB
Summary
Patcham High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Brighton, serving approximately 1,099 students with a capacity of 1,125. The school prides itself on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every student is known, challenged, and encouraged to succeed. The ethos of the school is encapsulated in its values of Pride, Respect, and Success, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals prepared for life beyond school.
The curriculum at Patcham High is designed to provide a comprehensive education, complemented by a wide range of extra-curricular clubs and activities that enhance learning and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that students' personal, social, and emotional needs are met, which contributes to a safe and nurturing learning atmosphere.
Patcham High School is actively engaged with the local community, hosting events and collaborations that enrich the educational experience. Recent initiatives include partnerships with local sports teams and mental health support services, reflecting the school's commitment to student wellbeing and community involvement. For more information, visit their website at https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/.
The curriculum at Patcham High is designed to provide a comprehensive education, complemented by a wide range of extra-curricular clubs and activities that enhance learning and personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on pastoral care, ensuring that students' personal, social, and emotional needs are met, which contributes to a safe and nurturing learning atmosphere.
Patcham High School is actively engaged with the local community, hosting events and collaborations that enrich the educational experience. Recent initiatives include partnerships with local sports teams and mental health support services, reflecting the school's commitment to student wellbeing and community involvement. For more information, visit their website at https://www.patchamhigh.brighton-hove.sch.uk/.
Useful links
- Seneca (sen)
- What an incredible end to the week for our 60 football tour students. @officialbhafc @bhafcfoundation sent over coaches Will, Kaden and Adrian to train the students this afternoon followed by a visit from @joelveltman and @boscagli_28 who came from a day (sen)
- We had the best time on Friday welcoming Y6’s who will be joining us at Patcham High in September. The future class of 2030. They had a wonderful day exploring school, spending time in their tutor groups, getting to know each other, experienci (sen)
- Join us at @patchamhighschoolofficial on Saturday 6th September at 10.30am for a morning of Rugby activities, Poi making and a Q&A with special guests from the @blackferns New Zealand Women’s Rugby Team whilst they’re here for the (sen)
- We are looking forward to welcoming back all our students over the next few days. Timings for each year group are in the images above. A reminder for all families to download the Edulink One app (login details have been sent to you) and further guidan (sen)
- What an absolute privilege it was to host New Zealand @blackferns @veisiniafakalelu @kaipo.Olsen @viiiiciiiii @iritana_hohaia @alolohea.o_o and @kellybrazier last weekend at @patchamhighschoolofficial whilst they were in Brighton for a morning of Rugby, P (sen)
- Meet Our Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- SEND (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- 25 Oct October Half Term Break (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Dorothy Stringer School (65.1)
- Varndean School (64.7)
- 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
- 1125
- Pupils
- 1099
- Boys
- 554
- Girls
- 545
- FSM %
- 23.80
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-04-19
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1099 | 554 | 545 | 1125 | 23.80 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1092 | 575 | 517 | 1125 | 21.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1103 | 573 | 530 | 1125 | 16.90 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1103 | 573 | 530 | 1105 | 16.90 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1088 | 582 | 506 | 1105 | 16.30 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1072 | 579 | 493 | 1050 | 13.10 |
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