Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School
URN: 114633 • Mayfield TN20 6HR
Overview
- Name
- Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School
- URN
- 114633
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 35.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Craig Austen-White (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01825830234
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Five Ashes, Mayfield TN20 6HR
Summary
Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School, located in Mayfield, East Sussex, is an independent mixed school catering to 206 pupils, with a capacity for 236. The school prides itself on providing a supportive and dynamic learning environment that celebrates each child's unique character and capabilities. The ethos centres around fostering a sense of community, encouraging children to explore their passions, develop friendships, and achieve their potential.
The curriculum at Skippers Hill is designed to be broad and deep, integrating innovative teaching methods with traditional approaches to engage students effectively. The school places a strong emphasis on individualised education, ensuring that each child is seen and supported in their learning journey. This includes tailored provisions for more able pupils and a commitment to academic excellence, preparing students for future educational opportunities.
Skippers Hill also prioritises pastoral care, creating a happy and inclusive atmosphere where children can thrive. The school encourages parental involvement and maintains an open dialogue about children's progress, reinforcing the community spirit that defines the Skippers experience.
The curriculum at Skippers Hill is designed to be broad and deep, integrating innovative teaching methods with traditional approaches to engage students effectively. The school places a strong emphasis on individualised education, ensuring that each child is seen and supported in their learning journey. This includes tailored provisions for more able pupils and a commitment to academic excellence, preparing students for future educational opportunities.
Skippers Hill also prioritises pastoral care, creating a happy and inclusive atmosphere where children can thrive. The school encourages parental involvement and maintains an open dialogue about children's progress, reinforcing the community spirit that defines the Skippers experience.
Useful links
- Y8 Take Part in Model United Nation Conference at Bede’s Senior School (sen)
- Senior School Preparation (sen)
- OPEN EVENTS Monday 29th September to Friday 3rd October (calendar)
- News & Events (calendar)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Bellerbys College Mayfield (45.2)
- Hill House School Sussex (45.2)
- Mayfield School (39.2)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 2 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 236
- Pupils
- 206
- Boys
- 101
- Girls
- 105
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1957-10-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 206 | 101 | 105 | 236 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 212 | 106 | 106 | 236 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 206 | 104 | 102 | 236 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 206 | 104 | 102 | 236 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 194 | 97 | 97 | 236 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 196 | 98 | 98 | 236 | 0.00 |
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