LVS Hassocks
LVS Hassocks is an independent special school in Hassocks for pupils aged 8 to 19. It has 99 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for LVS Hassocks is Inadequate, from an inspection in June 2017. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 7.8, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: June 2017. GCSE results: 2026.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent special school |
| Age Range | 8-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | London Road Sayers Common Hassocks West Sussex BN6 9HT |
| Phone | 01273832901 |
| Reference Number | 135930 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 99 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 72.73%
Girls: 27.27% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|
LVS Hassocks is a residential special school that has shown significant improvement since its last inspection, where it was found inadequate. The recent inspection indicates that the school now meets all independent school standards and has implemented crucial changes in leadership and curriculum delivery. The quality of education has improved, leading to better progress for pupils across a variety of subjects, including English and mathematics. The school is now more effective in preparing students for life in modern Britain, with an emphasis on tolerance, respect, and the promotion of British values.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Inadequate |
| Last Report Date | 10 May 2017 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 10 May 2017 | Additional inspection |
| 20 Sep 2016 | Standard inspection: |
| 26 Mar 2015 | Emergency inspection |
| 30 Jan 2014 | Monitoring inspection |
| 17 Sep 2013 | Standard inspection: |
| 17 Jun 2013 | Emergency inspection |
| 12 Oct 2010 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Improvements in the quality of teaching, learning and assessment
- Increased levels of pupil engagement and strong relationships
- Effective monitoring of teaching and learning by leaders
- Enhanced provision for spiritual, moral, social, and cultural education
- Improvements in behaviour management and pupil conduct
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 7.8 | 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 | 0% | 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) | 0% | 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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Unlock for £9.99In 2025–26, 0.0% of pupils at LVS Hassocks were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 100.0% 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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Albourne Church of England Primary School
The Street, Albourne, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9DH |
1.27 miles |
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St Lawrence CofE Primary School
Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9UY |
1.65 miles |
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Southway Junior School
Southway, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9SU |
2.15 miles |
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The Gattons Infant School
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2.36 miles |
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Bolney CofE Primary School
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2.5 miles |
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St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School
School Close, Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9RJ |
2.75 miles |
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London Meed Community Primary School
Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9YQ |
2.93 miles |
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Sheddingdean Community Primary School
Petworth Drive, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8JT |
3.04 miles |
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Hassocks Infant School
Chancellors Park, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 8EY |
3.27 miles |
|
Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, Burgess Hill
Birchwood Grove Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0DP |
3.5 miles |
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The Windmills Junior School
Dale Avenue, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 8LS |
3.59 miles |
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Oak Tree Primary School
Junction Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0PZ |
3.67 miles |
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St Peter's CofE Primary School
Fabians Way, Henfield, West Sussex, BN5 9PU |
3.74 miles |
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St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School
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4.12 miles |
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Bolnore Village Primary School
Updown Hill, Bolnore Village, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 4GD |
4.37 miles |
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Jolesfield CofE Primary School
Littleworth Lane, Partridge Green, Horsham, West Sussex, RH13 8JJ |
4.52 miles |
|
Ditchling St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
Lewes Road, Ditchling, East Sussex, BN6 8TU |
4.56 miles |
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Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School, Cuckfield
Glebe Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5BQ |
4.7 miles |
| Name | Distance |
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Hurstpierpoint College
College Lane, Hassocks, BN6 9JS |
1.72 miles |
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St Paul's Catholic College
Jane Murray Way, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8GA |
2.15 miles |
|
Farney Close School
Bolney Court, Bolney, Crossways, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5RD |
2.36 miles |
|
The Burgess Hill Academy
Station Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9EA |
2.92 miles |
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Woodlands Meed
Chanctonbury Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 9EY |
2.92 miles |
|
Hambrook School
Marle Place, Leylands Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 8HY |
2.99 miles |
|
Burgess Hill Girls
Keymer Road, Burgess Hill, RH15 0EG |
3.28 miles |
|
Downlands Community School
Dale Avenue, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 8LP |
3.52 miles |
|
Warden Park Secondary Academy
Broad Street, Cuckfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 5DP |
4.5 miles |
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What is LVS Hassocks's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for LVS Hassocks is Inadequate, from an inspection in June 2017.
When was LVS Hassocks last inspected by Ofsted?
LVS Hassocks was last inspected in June 2017.
How many pupils does LVS Hassocks have?
LVS Hassocks has 99 pupils on roll.
What age range does LVS Hassocks cover?
LVS Hassocks for pupils aged 8 to 19.
What are LVS Hassocks's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 7.8, and 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is LVS Hassocks?
LVS Hassocks is at London Road, Sayers Common, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9HT.
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