The Montessori Place
The Montessori Place is an independent school in Hove for pupils aged 1 to 19. It has 165 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for The Montessori Place is Outstanding, from an inspection in October 2025. In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 17.0, and 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Ofsted inspection: October 2025. GCSE results: 2026. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 1-19 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | 45 Cromwell Road Hove East Sussex BN3 3ER |
| Phone | 01273773764 |
| Reference Number | 136947 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 165 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 48.48%
Girls: 51.52% |
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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The Montessori Place is performing outstandingly across all assessed areas, maintaining its exceptional educational standards since its previous inspection. The school provides a nurturing and inspirational environment where pupils, supported by expert staff, develop resilience and independence. Pupils show impressive engagement in their learning, benefiting from a highly ambitious curriculum that encourages autonomy while catering effectively to the needs of all students, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). With a strong focus on reading and personal development, pupils are well-prepared for future opportunities.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Last Report Date | 15 Jul 2025 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 15 Jul 2025 | Standard inspection: |
| 12 Jul 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 15 Oct 2020 | Additional inspection |
| 19 Sep 2017 | Standard inspection: |
| 02 May 2012 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Exceptional quality of education that ignites pupils' curiosity.
- Strong emphasis on independence and self-initiated learning.
- Highly skilled staff who know pupils very well.
- Pupils demonstrate impressive politeness and respect.
- Effective support for disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND.
- High levels of engagement and very high academic standards.
- Excellent promotion of pupils' character and citizenship.
- Effective careers advice and guidance for older pupils.
Ofsted Parent View
The latest published parent view scores are from 2018. Ofsted only publish scores if there have been more than 10 responses to the survey.
| Strongly Agree | Agree | Disagree | Strongly Disagree | Don't Know | Total Responses | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. My child is happy at this school | 55 | 12 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 70 |
| 2. My child feels safe at this school | 56 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 70 |
| 3. My child makes good progress at this school | 51 | 12 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| 4. My child is well looked after at this school | 53 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 70 |
| 5. My child is taught well at this school | 51 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 70 |
| 6. My child receives appropriate homework for their age | 35 | 26 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 70 |
| 7. This school makes sure its pupils are well behaved | 47 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 70 |
| 8. This school deals effectively with bullying | 35 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 19 | 70 |
| 9. This school is well led and managed | 50 | 16 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 70 |
| 10. This school responds well to any concerns I raise | 41 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 70 |
| 11. I receive valuable information from the school about my child’s progress | 41 | 23 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 70 |
| 12. Would you recommend this school to another parent? | 66 | 4 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| 17 | 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 | 42.9% | 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 |
Points
| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 45.45 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 46.11 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | A- | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | A- | B | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 33.3% | 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, 13.9% of pupils at The Montessori Place were on SEN support (nationally 18.4%) and 0.0% 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.
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What is The Montessori Place's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for The Montessori Place is Outstanding, from an inspection in October 2025.
When was The Montessori Place last inspected by Ofsted?
The Montessori Place was last inspected in October 2025.
How many pupils does The Montessori Place have?
The Montessori Place has 165 pupils on roll.
What age range does The Montessori Place cover?
The Montessori Place for pupils aged 1 to 19.
What are The Montessori Place's GCSE results?
In 2026 its average Attainment 8 score was 17.0, and 43% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in both English and maths GCSE.
Where is The Montessori Place?
The Montessori Place is at 45 Cromwell Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN3 3ER.