Shoreham College
West Sussex, South East · BN43 6YW
Shoreham College is a small, intimate independent school in West Sussex, taking pupils from age 3 right through to GCSE at 16. With around 352 on roll, it offers a close-knit setting where children are unlikely to get lost in the crowd. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its top "excellent" rating for the quality of pupils' achievement, with personal development judged "good" and all compliance standards met. Led by Head Mrs Sarah Bakhtiari, it draws families looking for a non-selective, faith-neutral school with a strong academic record.
352
Pupils
excellent
ISI
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 3-16
- Pupils
- 352
- Location
- West Sussex, South East
- Website
- www.shorehamcollege.co.uk
- Telephone
- 01273 592681
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mrs Sarah Bakhtiari
Latest results
Attainment 8
56.1
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
65%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit comfortably above national benchmarks. The average Attainment 8 score of 56.1 outstrips the national figure of 46.9, and 65% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national average of 47%. The school teaches towards GCSE, and the ISI's "excellent" judgement for achievement reflects the quality of learning across the years.
Sixth form
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- good
- Last inspected
- 3 February 2026
The last word
A small school punching above its weight academically, well suited to families who want a personal environment and results that comfortably beat the national average.
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Shoreham College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Shoreham College located?
Shoreham College is located at St Julian's Lane, Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex, BN43 6YW.
What type of school is Shoreham College?
Shoreham College is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Shoreham College?
Shoreham College has approximately 352 pupils on roll.
What is Shoreham College's inspection rating?
Shoreham College is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 3 February 2026.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.