Lewes Old Grammar School
East Sussex, South East · BN7 1XS
Spanning the full journey from nursery at age three through to sixth form, Lewes Old Grammar School offers a continuous independent education in East Sussex. With 694 pupils on roll, it sits in the medium-size band and remains co-educational throughout. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school good across both its overall quality and its provision for pupils' personal development, and confirmed that compliance standards were met. Without a religious character or boarding, it suits families seeking a settled day school under the leadership of Head Mr Robert Blewitt.
694
Pupils
good
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-18
- Pupils
- 694
- Location
- East Sussex, South East
- Website
- www.logs.uk.com
- Telephone
- 01273 472634
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Robert Blewitt
Latest results
Attainment 8
60.4
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
76%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Academic results stand well above national benchmarks. The school records an Attainment 8 score of 60.4 against a national average of 46.9, and 76% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, comfortably ahead of the 47% seen nationally. A breadth of qualifications is on offer, with GCSEs, A-levels and BTECs allowing pupils to follow both academic and more vocational routes.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 49
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- good
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 28 February 2025
The last word
A through-school with strong measurable results and a steady good rating, well suited to families wanting one institution from the early years to A-level.
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Lewes Old Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Lewes Old Grammar School located?
Lewes Old Grammar School is located at 140 High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1XS.
What type of school is Lewes Old Grammar School?
Lewes Old Grammar School is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Lewes Old Grammar School?
Lewes Old Grammar School has approximately 694 pupils on roll.
What is Lewes Old Grammar School's inspection rating?
Lewes Old Grammar School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "good" at its inspection on 28 February 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.