Claremont School
St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex · TN37 7PW
Claremont is a coeducational independent all-through school (ages 2–18) in the East Sussex countryside near St Leonards-on-Sea, combining day and full boarding provision. It positions itself as a holistic, inclusion-focused institution with particular strengths in performing arts, international football development, and multilingual education. The school emphasises individual recognition and pastoral care alongside strong academic outcomes, appealing to families seeking a less traditionally pressurised independent school environment.
- →Award-winning performing arts programme with specialist music, dance, and drama training leading to formal qualifications (LAMDA, ABRSM, BTEC)
- →International Football Academy with professional coaching and facilities for boys and girls pursuing elite development
- →Home-from-home boarding experience in a rural, inclusive setting that develops independence and confidence
- →Multilingual curriculum offering French, Spanish, and Mandarin alongside strong GCSE and A-Level outcomes
- →Emphasis on seeing and valuing every child as an individual with close personal tutor support
Who thrives here
Claremont suits creative, multi-talented pupils who benefit from personalised attention and want to develop specialist interests (sport, music, drama) without sacrificing academic rigour. It particularly appeals to internationally-minded families, boarders seeking a nurturing community, and students who thrive in settings that celebrate difference and individual potential.
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Contact & visit
Baldslow
St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex
TN37 7PW
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Claremont School?
Day fees at Claremont School are approximately £16,500 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Claremont School?
Claremont School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Claremont School's exam results?
At Claremont School, 19% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 25.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Claremont School a boarding school?
Claremont School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Claremont School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated Claremont School “Outstanding” (2024).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Individual recognition and personalised support; every child seen and valued
✓High-quality specialist performing arts and football development programmes
✓Inclusive, nurturing boarding environment that fosters independence and confidence
✓Strong academic outcomes; reportedly outperforms local independent peers
✓Multilingual and culturally rich curriculum
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, making independent quality assessment difficult for prospective families
!Larger school roll (612) may reduce sense of tight-knit community despite emphasis on personalisation
!Limited publicly available data on exam results, university destinations, or alumni outcomes