St Christopher's School
URN: 114639 • Hove BN3 4AD
Overview
- Name
- St Christopher's School
- URN
- 114639
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 40.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Elizabeth Lyle (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01273735404
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 33 New Church Road, Hove BN3 4AD
Summary
St Christopher's School, located in Hove, Brighton and Hove, is an independent co-educational prep school catering to children aged 4-13. As part of the Brighton College family of schools, it prides itself on a strong academic reputation, evidenced by a 100% pass rate at Common Entrance and a history of pupils receiving scholarships to prestigious secondary schools.
The school offers a balanced curriculum that focuses on both academic excellence and co-curricular activities. With a wide range of sports, arts, and music programs, 75% of pupils engage in musical training, and all students from Years 3 to 8 participate in competitive sports. The school community is actively involved in various local initiatives, including charity events and outdoor learning experiences, fostering a sense of responsibility and connection to the wider community.
St Christopher's emphasizes individual potential, encouraging each child to thrive in a supportive environment. The school hosts regular events and open days, allowing families to engage with the school's ethos and witness its vibrant community firsthand.
The school offers a balanced curriculum that focuses on both academic excellence and co-curricular activities. With a wide range of sports, arts, and music programs, 75% of pupils engage in musical training, and all students from Years 3 to 8 participate in competitive sports. The school community is actively involved in various local initiatives, including charity events and outdoor learning experiences, fostering a sense of responsibility and connection to the wider community.
St Christopher's emphasizes individual potential, encouraging each child to thrive in a supportive environment. The school hosts regular events and open days, allowing families to engage with the school's ethos and witness its vibrant community firsthand.
Useful links
- Meet Our Governors (governance)
- Open Events at St Christopher’s Prep (calendar)
- Special Events (calendar)
- Term Dates (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Termly Fees 2025-2026 (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
- Policies and information (other)
- Terms & Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Montessori Place (66.4)
- The Lioncare School (52.3)
- Deepdene School (48.6)
- Stonelands School of Ballet and Theatre Arts (45.2)
- The Academy of Performing Arts (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Brighton and Hove
- Age range
- 4 - 13
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 320
- Pupils
- 237
- Boys
- 131
- Girls
- 106
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1957-10-28
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 237 | 131 | 106 | 320 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 271 | 155 | 116 | 320 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 291 | 171 | 120 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 291 | 171 | 120 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 284 | 165 | 119 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 288 | 170 | 118 | 320 | 0.00 |
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