Sompting Abbotts School

URN: 126121 • Lancing BN15 0AZ

Overview

Name
Sompting Abbotts School
URN
126121
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
35.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Christopher Gunn (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01903235960
Website
Visit
Address
Church Lane, Lancing BN15 0AZ

Summary

Sompting Abbotts School is an independent preparatory school located in Lancing, West Sussex, catering to children aged 2 to 13. Set within 30 acres of grounds in the South Downs National Park, the school emphasizes a balance of academic excellence and character development. With a current enrolment of 106 pupils and a capacity of 160, the school maintains small class sizes, averaging 15 students, to ensure personalized attention and support for each child.

The curriculum at Sompting Abbotts is enriched with a variety of sports, arts, and experiential learning opportunities, including a focus on the Forest School ethos. The school also integrates technology to enhance creativity and digital skills among students. Additionally, the school offers before- and after-school care for younger children, fostering a supportive community environment.

Under the leadership of Headmaster Chris Gunn, who joined in September 2023, Sompting Abbotts has achieved notable scholarship success, with 95% of children entering for scholarships in the last decade achieving their goals. The school has been recognized for its strong commitment to personal development, creating confident and well-rounded individuals prepared for their next educational steps.

Key details

LA
West Sussex
Age range
2 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
160
Pupils
106
Boys
58
Girls
48
FSM %
Open date
1957-11-20
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Sussex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 106 58 48 160
2024-09-11 115 56 59 160
2023-09-11 113 63 50 160 0.00
2022-09-11 113 63 50 160 0.00
2021-09-11 120 67 53 160
2020-09-11 107 64 43 160

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