Hurstpierpoint College
Hassocks, West Sussex, South East · BN6 9JS
Founded in 1849, Hurstpierpoint College is a large Anglican independent school in Hassocks, West Sussex, educating around 1,315 pupils from age 4 through to the sixth form. Both day and boarding places are offered, with 11+ marking one of the main entry points into the senior school. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the College "excellent" for both education quality and personal development, with compliance requirements met. With a sixth form of 360 and a broad range of qualifications on offer, it suits families looking for an established all-through school with a strong pastoral and co-curricular tradition.
1,315
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£36,885
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 4-18
- Pupils
- 1,315
- Location
- Hassocks, West Sussex, South East
- Website
- www.hppc.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01273 833636
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head of College Dominic Mott
Latest results
Attainment 8
11.8
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
GCSE grade 9-7
79%
A-level A*-A
62%
A-level A*-B
88%
Teaching & academics
Results at the top end are strong: 79% of GCSE grades fall between 9 and 7, while at A-level 62% of entries reach A*-A and 88% reach A*-B. The sixth form leans heavily towards the sciences and mathematics alongside humanities and economics, and the College supplements GCSEs and A-levels with BTEC and the EPQ. With over a quarter of pupils receiving SEN support, the school clearly invests in tailored learning alongside its academic stretch.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 360
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 26.5%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships in drama, music, sport and performing arts signal where the College places its co-curricular energy, and netball features among its main team sports. The breadth of GCSE options, taking in music, dance, art and design, Latin and design and technology, points to a creative as well as academic culture.
Ethos & heritage
- Founded
- 1849
- Religious character
- Anglican
- Boarding
- Yes
Mobile phone policy
In years 9-11, day and boarding pupils must hand in their phones at morning registration. Phones are returned to day pupils at the end of the school day. Boarding pupils are allowed their phones during a break between 6-7pm, and then again between the end of prep and bedtime. If pupils need to access a phone during the day, they can ask for permission from their houseparent or use the Lodge phone. In the sixth form, pupils are permitted their phones but must switch them off during chapel, mealtimes, prep and private study periods, and when in corridors or public areas.
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £14,070 - £36,885
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £46,770 - £47,205
Academic bursaries from 11+
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 28 November 2023
The last word
An established all-through Anglican school combining boarding heritage with strong A-level outcomes and a creative, sporting bent. Fees are substantial, but academic bursaries from 11+ widen the door.
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Hurstpierpoint College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Hurstpierpoint College located?
Hurstpierpoint College is located at College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, BN6 9JS.
What type of school is Hurstpierpoint College?
Hurstpierpoint College is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Hurstpierpoint College?
Hurstpierpoint College has approximately 1,315 pupils on roll.
What is Hurstpierpoint College's inspection rating?
Hurstpierpoint College is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 28 November 2023.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.