Kings Brighton
Kings Brighton is an independent school in Brighton for pupils aged 14 to 19. It has 79 pupils on roll. The latest Ofsted rating for Kings Brighton is Good, from an inspection in December 2022.
Ofsted inspection: December 2022. A-level results: 2025.
| Type | Independent School / Other independent school |
| Age Range | 14-19 |
| Religion | Does not apply |
| Address | 27-33 Ditchling Road Brighton BN1 4SB |
| Phone | 01273443403 |
| Reference Number | 143046 |
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 79 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 44.3%
Girls: 55.7% |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 11 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 12 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
| 13 | Unknown | Unknown | Unknown |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|
Kings Brighton is an independent boarding school that has shown strong overall performance, achieving a 'Good' rating across all key areas including the quality of education, behaviour, personal development, and leadership. The school fosters a harmonious environment where students from various cultures blend well, reflecting its commitment to diversity. With a focus on high aspirations, Kings Brighton provides exceptional career education and a well-structured curriculum designed to support academic excellence from GCSEs to A-levels. Students enjoy an array of extracurricular opportunities, which enhance their academic and personal growth.
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Last Report Date | 18 Oct 2022 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 18 Oct 2022 | Standard inspection: |
| 27 Jun 2018 | Standard inspection: |
Strengths
- Strong emphasis on diversity and inclusion within the student body.
- Exceptional careers education that prepares students for future opportunities.
- Well-structured curriculum supporting academic excellence.
- Dedicated pastoral support services facilitating student well-being.
- A wide range of extracurricular activities that engage students.
Areas for Improvement
- Inconsistency in pedagogical practices preventing high-quality work.
- Some staff do not rigorously enforce behaviour expectations.
Points
| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 32.19 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
| Average Points (best 3) | 31.67 | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment | Locked: unlock for £9.99, one-off payment |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C+ | B- | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C+ | B | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 0% | 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 Kings Brighton 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 Kings Brighton's Ofsted rating?
The latest Ofsted rating for Kings Brighton is Good, from an inspection in December 2022.
When was Kings Brighton last inspected by Ofsted?
Kings Brighton was last inspected in December 2022.
How many pupils does Kings Brighton have?
Kings Brighton has 79 pupils on roll.
What age range does Kings Brighton cover?
Kings Brighton for pupils aged 14 to 19.
Where is Kings Brighton?
Kings Brighton is at 27-33 Ditchling Road, Brighton, BN1 4SB.