Hurstpierpoint College
URN: 126136 • Hassocks BN6 9JS
Overview
- Name
- Hurstpierpoint College
- URN
- 126136
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Anglican
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 42.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Dominic Mott (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01273833636
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- College Lane, Hassocks BN6 9JS
Summary
Hurstpierpoint College is an independent co-educational school located in Hassocks, West Sussex, catering to pupils aged 4 to 18. The school offers both day and boarding options, with a focus on providing a well-rounded education that combines academic excellence with a rich array of extracurricular activities. The college prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive community where every child is encouraged to achieve their personal best.
The curriculum at Hurst is designed to challenge and support students, preparing them for future academic and professional pursuits. With dedicated teaching staff, the school emphasizes high expectations and personal development, ensuring that pupils not only excel academically but also grow into independent and mature individuals.
Situated in the picturesque Sussex countryside, Hurstpierpoint College is well-connected, offering extensive transport services for local and international students. The college promotes values such as respect, duty, and ambition, aiming to equip pupils with the skills and mindset necessary for success in their future endeavours.
The curriculum at Hurst is designed to challenge and support students, preparing them for future academic and professional pursuits. With dedicated teaching staff, the school emphasizes high expectations and personal development, ensuring that pupils not only excel academically but also grow into independent and mature individuals.
Situated in the picturesque Sussex countryside, Hurstpierpoint College is well-connected, offering extensive transport services for local and international students. The college promotes values such as respect, duty, and ambition, aiming to equip pupils with the skills and mindset necessary for success in their future endeavours.
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- School Calendar (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- LVS Hassocks (36.4)
Key details
- LA
- West Sussex
- Age range
- 4 - 19
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1355
- Pupils
- 1317
- Boys
- 676
- Girls
- 641
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1924-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1317 | 676 | 641 | 1355 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 1233 | 645 | 588 | 1355 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 1279 | 665 | 614 | 1355 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1279 | 665 | 614 | 1295 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1259 | 667 | 592 | 1295 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1185 | 638 | 547 | 1190 | 0.00 |
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