Brighton College
Brighton, Brighton and Hove, South East · BN2 0AL
A large, co-educational independent school in Brighton, Brighton College spans the full 11-18 range and offers boarding alongside day places. With around 1,272 pupils, including a substantial sixth form of 525, it is a sizeable community where academic rigour sits at the centre of school life. The Independent Schools Inspectorate judged it excellent for both education and personal development at its most recent inspection, with all compliance standards met. Entry at 11 is selective, assessed through a bespoke examination covering English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
1,272
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£37,941
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 11-18
- Pupils
- 1,272
- Location
- Brighton, Brighton and Hove, South East
- Website
- https://www.brightoncollege.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 01273 704200
Entrance & admissions
- Exam board
- Bespoke
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head master Mr Steve Marshall-Taylor
Latest results
Attainment 8
57.9
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
98%
A-level A*-A
85%
A-level A*-B
98%
Teaching & academics
Results sit well above national benchmarks: the average Attainment 8 score of 57.9 comfortably exceeds the national figure of 46.9, and 98% of GCSE entries reach grades 9-7. At A-level, 85% of grades are A*-A and 98% A*-B, reflecting a strongly academic cohort. The sciences, mathematics and economics feature prominently among popular choices, and the curriculum extends to BTEC and the EPQ alongside traditional GCSEs and A-levels. With 18.49% of pupils receiving SEN support, the school accommodates a broad range of learning needs within its high-achieving environment.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 525
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 18.49%
- EHC plans
- 0.08%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is a visible strength, with rugby, football, cricket, netball and hockey among the main offerings. Language teaching is notably wide-ranging, covering French, Spanish, German, Chinese and Russian. Scholarships in academics, art, music and sport recognise talent across the school.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
Pupils in year 7–11 hand their phones in at morning registration and collect them at the end of the school day (for day pupils when they are going home). Sixth form have opportunities to engage in the 'detox principle' but are expected to model responsible and respectful use of devices at all times.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £27,636 - £37,941
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £52,977 - £66,375
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 15 October 2024
The last word
An academically demanding, well-resourced school for families seeking strong results and the option of boarding. Day fees run from £27,636 to £37,941, with boarding up to £66,375, so cost is a serious consideration.
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Brighton College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Brighton College located?
Brighton College is located at Eastern Road, Brighton, BN2 0AL.
What type of school is Brighton College?
Brighton College is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
What subjects does Brighton College test in the 11+?
Brighton College tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Brighton College use for the 11+?
Brighton College's 11+ uses Bespoke.
How many pupils attend Brighton College?
Brighton College has approximately 1,272 pupils on roll.
What is Brighton College's inspection rating?
Brighton College is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 15 October 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.