Royal Hospital School

URN: 124889 • Ipswich IP9 2RX

Overview

Name
Royal Hospital School
URN
124889
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
37.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Irfan Latif (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01473326200
Website
Visit
Address
Holbrook, Ipswich IP9 2RX

Summary

Royal Hospital School, located in Ipswich, Suffolk, is a co-educational independent school catering to students aged 11 to 18. With a current enrolment of 545 pupils and a capacity of 820, the school offers a diverse and enriching curriculum designed to foster academic excellence alongside personal development. Founded in 1712, the school has a strong naval heritage and has been situated in its picturesque 200-acre campus since 1933.

The school places significant emphasis on individual growth, providing over 100 co-curricular opportunities that include sports, music, and leadership activities. This broad approach aims to help students discover their passions and build confidence, preparing them for future challenges. The pastoral care system is robust, with dedicated house parents and staff supporting students throughout their school life.

Royal Hospital School promotes a strong sense of community, encouraging close partnerships between pupils, parents, and staff. The school’s ethos focuses on nurturing character and ambition, ensuring that students are well-equipped to lead purposeful and fulfilling lives beyond their education.

Key details

LA
Suffolk
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
820
Pupils
545
Boys
285
Girls
260
FSM %
Open date
1980-09-30
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Suffolk

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 545 285 260 820
2024-09-11 611 319 292 820
2023-09-11 725 387 338 820 0.00
2022-09-11 725 387 338 820 0.00
2021-09-11 717 393 324 820 0.00
2020-09-11 741 413 328 820 0.00

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