Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children
URN: 114619 • Brighton BN2 0LS
Overview
- Name
- Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children
- URN
- 114619
- Type
- Non-maintained special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 48.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Lorraine Slee (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01273682362
- Website
- Visit Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children website
- Address
-
Walpole Road, Brighton BN2 0LS
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Summary
Hamilton Lodge School and College for Deaf Children, located in Brighton, is a non-maintained special school that has been dedicated to the education and care of Deaf children for over 75 years. Catering to mixed-gender students aged 11 to 19, the school currently has 24 pupils enrolled, with a capacity for 85. The institution prioritises the development of language and communication skills, aiming to foster independence and a positive Deaf identity among its learners.
The curriculum at Hamilton Lodge is tailored to meet the unique needs of Deaf students, based on a modified National Curriculum. It includes a range of accredited qualifications such as Signature BSL and Functional Skills, alongside a focus on social, personal, and citizenship education. The school also offers a Specialist Provision for students who require additional support, ensuring that all learners can progress at their own pace.
In addition to academic learning, Hamilton Lodge promotes a holistic approach to student wellbeing, encouraging emotional resilience and healthy development. The school community values strong relationships, aiming to create a safe and nurturing environment where students can thrive and form lasting friendships.
The curriculum at Hamilton Lodge is tailored to meet the unique needs of Deaf students, based on a modified National Curriculum. It includes a range of accredited qualifications such as Signature BSL and Functional Skills, alongside a focus on social, personal, and citizenship education. The school also offers a Specialist Provision for students who require additional support, ensuring that all learners can progress at their own pace.
In addition to academic learning, Hamilton Lodge promotes a holistic approach to student wellbeing, encouraging emotional resilience and healthy development. The school community values strong relationships, aiming to create a safe and nurturing environment where students can thrive and form lasting friendships.
Useful links
- Trustees and Governors. (governance)
- Art and design (download)
- Deaf Studies (download)
- Design technology (download)
- English (download)
- Humanities (download)
- Maths (download)
- Physical education (download)
- Science (download)
- Admissions arrangements (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Hill Park School (66.2)
- Downs View Special School (60.7)
- St. John's College (Brighton) (60.2)
- University of Brighton (60.2)
- The Connected Hub (56.0)
Key details
- LA
- Brighton and Hove
- Age range
- 5 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 85
- Pupils
- 24
- Boys
- 12
- Girls
- 12
- FSM %
- 41.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2019-07-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 24 | 12 | 12 | 85 | 41.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 31 | 16 | 15 | 85 | 47.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 39 | 24 | 15 | 85 | 38.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 39 | 24 | 15 | 85 | 38.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 44 | 27 | 17 | 85 | 38.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 44 | 26 | 18 | 85 | 4.50 |
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