Brighton College Prep School
Brighton, Brighton and Hove, South East · BN2 0EU
Brighton College Prep School educates around 380 boys and girls from the ages of 3 to 13, making it a small and close-knit setting where pupils are well known to staff. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of roughly 10 to 1 underlines the personal attention on offer, and the school's day-only model means family life stays close to home. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of "excellent" for both education and personal development, with all compliance standards met. For families looking to nurture a child through the early and middle years towards senior school, it offers a settled and well-regarded foundation.
380
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£27,636
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-13
- Pupils
- 380
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 10
- Location
- Brighton, Brighton and Hove, South East
- Website
- https://www.brightoncollege.org.uk/
- Telephone
- 01273 704210
Headteacher
Headmaster Ant Falkus
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Teaching & academics
An ISI judgement of "excellent" reflects strong teaching across the prep years, with the favourable staffing ratio allowing close support for individual learners. Around 7.5 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting the school is set up to help children who need a little extra. Academic scholarships are among those offered, indicating a school that recognises and stretches able pupils.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 7.46%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Beyond the classroom
The breadth of scholarships speaks to a wide enrichment offer, spanning music, choral singing, drama, dance, art and photography. This points to a culture where the creative and performing arts sit alongside academic work as genuine routes for talented children to flourish.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £16,326 - £27,636
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 25 April 2025
The last word
A small, high-performing prep school under Headmaster Ant Falkus, suited to families wanting personal attention and strong creative opportunities through to age 13.
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Brighton College Prep School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Brighton College Prep School located?
Brighton College Prep School is located at Walpole Lodge, 2 Walpole Road, Brighton, Brighton, BN2 0EU.
What type of school is Brighton College Prep School?
Brighton College Prep School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Brighton College Prep School?
Brighton College Prep School has approximately 380 pupils on roll.
What is Brighton College Prep School's inspection rating?
Brighton College Prep School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 25 April 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.