Claremont School
Claremont School is an independent school in St Leonards-On-Sea for pupils aged 1 to 19. It has 418 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Claremont School is Outstanding, from an inspection in January 2024. In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 41.6, and 31% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: January 2024. GCSE results: 2019. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 1-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Baldslow St Leonards-on-Sea East Sussex TN37 7PW |
| Phone | 01424751555 |
| Reference Number | 114640 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 418 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 54.07%
Girls: 45.93% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 2 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 3 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 4 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 5 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 6 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 7 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 8 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 9 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
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Claremont School is performing exceptionally well, achieving an overall effectiveness rating of outstanding across all domains. The school fosters a welcoming community where pupils feel safe and valued, and they thrive academically and personally. There is a strong focus on individual development, with high expectations for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The school's leadership is effective, ensuring that high standards are maintained and that the curriculum is broad and responsive to the needs of students. Enrichment opportunities abound, providing pupils with diverse interests beyond the academic sphere.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 21 Nov 2023 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 21 Nov 2023 | Standard inspection: |
| 03 Mar 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 12 Mar 2019 | Standard inspection: |
| 18 Oct 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 26 Apr 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 14 Mar 2012 | Standard inspection: |
| 13 Nov 2008 | Light touch inspection |
| 11 Oct 2004 | Standard inspection |
Strengths
- Excellent community environment welcoming all students
- High standards of pupil achievement and engagement
- Strong support for pupils with SEND
- Wide range of enrichment opportunities available
- Dedicated and enthusiastic teaching staff
- Effective leadership and management
- Robust personal development and well-being programs
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 41.6 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 31% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 64% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 37.21 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 39.21 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | B- | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | B | B- | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 19% | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 25.6% of pupils at Claremont School were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 3.6% had an education, health and care (EHC) plan (nationally 7.9%).
Source: Department for Education, Special educational needs in England (the 2025–26 school census). SEN support is extra help in school without an EHC plan. National figures are for all state-funded independent school schools. Counts are as published, with small numbers not hidden.
| Name | Distance |
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Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy
Little Ridge Avenue, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 7LR |
0.96 miles |
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Westfield School
Main Road, Westfield, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 4QE |
1.27 miles |
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Hollington Primary School
Hollington Old Lane, St. Leonards-on-Sea, TN38 9DS |
1.53 miles |
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Mulberry Silverdale Primary
Mulberry Silverdale Primary, Perth Road, St Leonards-On-Sea, TN37 7EA |
1.78 miles |
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Churchwood Primary School
Church-in-the-Wood Lane, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 9PB |
1.79 miles |
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Ark Blacklands Primary Academy
Osborne Close, Freshwater Avenue, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2HU |
2.15 miles |
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Robsack Wood Primary School
Whatlington Way, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 9TE |
2.34 miles |
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Mulberry Baird Primary
Parker Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3TH |
2.48 miles |
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St Paul's Church of England Academy
Horntye Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 6RT |
2.49 miles |
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Christ Church CofE Primary and Nursery Academy
Woodland Vale Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, Hastings, East Sussex, TN37 6JJ |
2.51 miles |
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Sandown Primary School and Nursery
The Ridge, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2AA |
2.64 miles |
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Sedlescombe Church of England Primary School
Brede Lane, Sedlescombe, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0RQ |
2.65 miles |
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Crowhurst CofE Primary School
Forewood Lane, Crowhurst, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 9AJ |
2.73 miles |
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Ore Village Primary Academy
Rye Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5DB |
2.82 miles |
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St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
Magdalen Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 6EU |
2.84 miles |
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Mulberry West St Leonards Primary
Harley Shute Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 8BX |
2.87 miles |
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Ark Castledown Primary Academy
Priory Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3QT |
2.87 miles |
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Torfield School
Croft Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 3JT |
2.97 miles |
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Old London Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5NA |
3 miles |
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All Saints CofE Junior Academy
Githa Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5JU |
3.07 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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New Horizons School (Part of the Sabden Multi Academy Trust)
Beauchamp Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 9JU |
1.58 miles |
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Ark Alexandra Academy
Park Avenue, William Parker Campus, Park Avenue, Hastings, East Sussex, TN34 2PG |
1.61 miles |
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ISP School
Glengorse Estate, Glengorse, Battle, TN33 0TX |
2.67 miles |
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Mulberry Academy Hastings
Rye Road, Hastings, East Sussex, TN35 5DN |
2.81 miles |
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The Flagship School
The Ridge, Hastings, TN34 2AE |
2.95 miles |
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Lansdowne Children's Centre
Care of: Children's Social Services, St Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 6LW |
2.97 miles |
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Saxon Mount School
Edinburgh Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 8HH |
2.98 miles |
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Mulberry Academy St Leonards
Edinburgh Road, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN38 8HH |
3.07 miles |
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Battle Abbey School
High street, East Sussex, TN33 0AD |
3.25 miles |
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Buckswood School
Broomham Hall, Rye Road, Guestling, East Sussex, TN35 4LT |
3.33 miles |
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Claverham Community College
North Trade Road, Battle, East Sussex, TN33 0HT |
4.1 miles |
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Glyne Gap School
School Place, Hastings Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2PU |
4.31 miles |
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Bexhill College
Penland Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2JG |
4.46 miles |
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St Mary's School and 6th Form College
Wrestwood Road, Bexhill on Sea, East Sussex, TN40 2LU |
4.5 miles |
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St Richard's Catholic College
Ashdown Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN40 1SE |
4.83 miles |
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Bexhill Independent Special School
Shimba Lodge, Freezeland Lane, Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN39 5JD |
4.84 miles |
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Marlborough House Vinehall School
Vinehall Road, Robertsbridge, TN32 5JL |
4.97 miles |
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What is Claremont School's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Claremont School is Outstanding, from an inspection in January 2024.
When was Claremont School last inspected by Ofsted?
Claremont School was last inspected in January 2024.
How many pupils does Claremont School have?
Claremont School has 418 pupils on roll.
What age range does Claremont School cover?
Claremont School for pupils aged 1 to 19.
What are Claremont School's GCSE results?
In 2019 its average Attainment 8 score was 41.6, and 31% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is Claremont School?
Claremont School is at Baldslow, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 7PW.