The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 36.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2023
- The school has significant spare capacity
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
36.3
7.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.16
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
22% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 1–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 545
- Capacity
- 68%
- Admissions
- Non-selective
Governance
- Local authority
- East Sussex
- Head
- Mr Edward Dickie (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Outstanding
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Additional inspection
March 2020 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
March 2019 | Inspection
Additional inspection
October 2017 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
April 2016 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Outstanding
March 2012 | Inspection
Light touch inspection
November 2008 | Inspection
Standard inspection
October 2004 | Inspection
Location
Baldslow, St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 7PW
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmLittle Ridge Community Primary School
Primary · 1.5km away
Ark Little Ridge Primary Academy
Primary · 1.5km away
Westfield School
Primary · 2.0km away
Hollington Primary School
Primary · 2.5km away
New Horizons School
Special school · 2.5km away
New Horizons School (Part of the Sabden Multi Academy Trust)
Academy · 2.5km away
Questions parents ask
Is Claremont School a selective school?
No. Claremont School is non-selective, so admission does not depend on an entrance exam.
What is Claremont School's Ofsted rating?
Claremont School was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in November 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Claremont School?
Claremont School currently has 545 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Claremont School take?
Claremont School caters for pupils aged 1 to 19.
Where is Claremont School?
Claremont School is in St Leonards-on-Sea, TN37 7PW, in the East Sussex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Claremont School have a sixth form?
Yes, Claremont School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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