Plumpton College
URN: 130667 • Lewes BN7 3AE
Overview
- Name
- Plumpton College
- URN
- 130667
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 60.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jeremy Kerswell (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01273890454
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Ditchling Road, Lewes BN7 3AE
Summary
Plumpton College, located in Lewes, East Sussex, is a mixed further education institution catering to students aged 16 and above. The college is renowned for its strong emphasis on land-based education, ranking in the top three for this field according to the National Student Survey 2025. It offers a diverse range of courses, including agriculture, animal management, environmental studies, and various vocational training options, ensuring that students can find a pathway that aligns with their interests and career aspirations.
The college prides itself on fostering a supportive community where students can thrive both academically and personally. Plumpton College provides additional learning support and a dedicated careers hub to help students navigate their future options. Accommodation on campus has received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, further enhancing the student experience.
For those considering their options, Plumpton College hosts regular open events, allowing prospective students and their families to explore the campus and meet staff. Financial support, including bursaries, is available to assist with course fees, ensuring accessibility for all students.
The college prides itself on fostering a supportive community where students can thrive both academically and personally. Plumpton College provides additional learning support and a dedicated careers hub to help students navigate their future options. Accommodation on campus has received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, further enhancing the student experience.
For those considering their options, Plumpton College hosts regular open events, allowing prospective students and their families to explore the campus and meet staff. Financial support, including bursaries, is available to assist with course fees, ensuring accessibility for all students.
Useful links
- Reconsidering your options this September? Come to our Open Evening (calendar)
- Scholarships for new entrants to the wine industry (calendar)
- Complaints Policy (download)
- Facebook (other)
- ProPortal (other)
- Shop (other)
- Visit One Garden Brighton (other)
- Still time to apply for September 2025 (other)
- Grow your future with Skills Bootcamps (other)
- Information for students joining in September 2025 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Sussex Downs College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 16 - 99
- Boarders
- College / FE residential accommodation
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-03-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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