Brighton College

URN: 114614 • Brighton BN2 0AL

Overview

Name
Brighton College
URN
114614
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
44.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Steve Marshall-Taylor (since 2025) , Head Master
Telephone
01273704200
Website
Visit
Address
Eastern Road, Brighton BN2 0AL

Summary

Brighton College is an independent mixed school located in Brighton and Hove, catering to 1,287 pupils with a capacity of 1,600. The school is known for its commitment to individual development, encouraging each child to explore their talents within a supportive and nurturing environment. The ethos of kindness and personal growth is central to the school's culture, which has been recognized with accolades such as the United Kingdom School of the Decade by The Sunday Times.

The curriculum at Brighton College emphasizes academic excellence alongside a wide range of extracurricular opportunities. In 2025, the school achieved impressive results, with 98% of A-level students attaining grades A*–B and a similar percentage of GCSE students achieving grades 9/8/7. The school aims to prepare students not only for academic success but also for life beyond education, fostering values of curiosity, confidence, and kindness.

Brighton College also hosts Open Mornings, allowing prospective families to visit and engage with current students and staff. This initiative reflects the school's belief in community involvement and transparency, providing a welcoming atmosphere for families considering enrollment.

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Key details

LA
Brighton and Hove
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1600
Pupils
1287
Boys
692
Girls
595
FSM %
Open date
1847-01-26
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
East Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1287 692 595 1600
2024-09-11 1242 686 556 1300
2023-09-11 1226 681 545 1300 0.00
2022-09-11 1226 681 545 1300 0.00
2021-09-11 1185 656 529 1300 0.00
2020-09-11 1112 617 495 1200 0.00

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