King's School
86%
Capacity
903
Pupils
4.3x
Demand
About King's School
If you are a parent in Brighton and Hove researching secondary schools, the numbers alone tell a compelling story about King's School. In the 2025/26 admissions round, the school received 737 applications for just 172 places, giving it an oversubscription ratio of 4.28. That means more than four families applied for every available spot, and of the 244 families who put it as their first choice, 162 were offered a place. This level of demand is a strong signal from the local community. While the school does not publish a formal parent satisfaction survey, the sheer volume of first-preference applications suggests a school that local families are actively choosing. The school is a mixed, Christian-faith secondary for ages 11 to 19, with a current roll of 903 pupils against a capacity of 1050, so there is some room to grow.
Academically, King's School is performing at a level that places it firmly at the top of its local authority. Its Progress 8 score of 0.84 is significantly above the Brighton and Hove average of 0.05, and it ranks first out of ten schools in the area. Nationally, it sits in the top 6% of all schools for this measure. At GCSE, 92.1% of pupils achieved a grade 4 or above in English and maths, and 77.6% achieved a grade 5 or above. The Attainment 8 score is 60, and the EBacc average point score is 5.3. In its most recent Ofsted inspection in 2022, the school was rated Good overall, with Outstanding marks for both behaviour and attitudes and personal development. Leadership and management, as well as the quality of education, were both rated Good. The school also has a sixth form, though specific sixth-form outcomes are not included in this data.
The school offers a wide range of facilities, including a swimming pool, astro turf, tennis courts, a sports hall, and a dedicated sixth form centre. There are ten sports on offer, from hockey and netball to gymnastics and rugby, plus clubs like the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Model UN, and a school newspaper. For families with children who have additional needs, the school lists provisions for eight categories, including autistic spectrum disorder, speech and language communication needs, and specific learning difficulties like dyslexia. Given its strong academic results and high demand, King's School is likely to suit families who place a premium on both attainment and personal development, and who are prepared for a competitive admissions process. The school is Christian in character, which may be a factor for some families, though it is a state school open to all.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 19 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Christian |
| Address | Hangleton Way, Hove, Brighton and Hove, BN3 8BN |
| Headteacher | Sarah Price |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Number of Pupils | 903 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 19.2% |
| School Capacity | 903 / 1,050 (86% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
22 Mar 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Source: Ofsted, 25 May 2022. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
League Table Position
Based on Progress 8 (+0.84)
170th of 3,141
Nationally
26th of 461
In South East
1st of 10
In Brighton and Hove
Source: Classpot analysis of DfE Progress 8 data
GCSE Results
2023/24Progress 8 Score
Students make significantly more progress than similar students nationally
Attainment 8 (vs national avg)
Students achieve significantly higher grades than the national average
Source: Department for Education, 2023/24. Progress 8 compares to students with similar Key Stage 2 results.
SEND Support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
10Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
17Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed172
737
High Demand
Competitive - many more applications than places available
244 families put this school as their 1st choice (33% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
Class profile
2024/25Better than 75% of schools in England.
Better than half of schools in England.
Lower is generally better — fewer pupils per teacher or per class means more individual attention. Sources: DfE School Workforce Census & Schools, pupils and their characteristics, 2024/25.
Pupils & demographics
2024/25Below the national average (25%).
Above the national median (10%) — a meaningful share speak English as an additional language.
Ethnic background
- White British64.8%
- Mixed11.3%
- White (other)7.9%
- Asian4.5%
- Black1.7%
Source: DfE Schools, pupils and their characteristics (2024/25). Percentages may not sum to 100% — pupils classified as “unclassified”, “refused” or minor categories are not shown.
Attendance & Behaviour
2024/2575% of schools in England do better than this.
Half of schools in England do better than this.
Pupils missing 10% or more of sessions.
75% of schools in England do better than this.
A pupil temporarily sent home for behaviour.
Like most schools in England, no pupils were permanently excluded this year.
Ranks vs all state-funded schools in England. Source: DfE Pupil absence in schools & Suspensions and permanent exclusions.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
The dashed grey ring is a generic 1-mile reference area — it's not an admission boundary. Real catchment depends on year, demand, and council criteria. We currently have real data for about 6% of UK schools and are actively expanding the database.
⚠ This school is oversubscribed — without published cutoff data we can't show how far places reach. Check your council's admissions page.
Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
1 mile is a fixed reference, not this school's catchment.
6
Total schools
6
Oversubscribed
4
Primary
Don’t use the dashed grey ring as a catchment boundary — it’s a reference area for counting nearby schools only. Real admission boundaries depend on year-by-year demand and council criteria; ask the school or council for authoritative info.
Frequently Asked Questions About King's School
Helpful Guides for Parents
Ofsted Ratings Explained
Understand the 4 Ofsted ratings and what they mean
Understanding Progress 8
Learn how Progress 8 measures pupil progress from primary to GCSE
SEN & EHCP: A Parent's Guide
Understanding SEN support, EHC Plans and your legal rights
Understanding School Catchment Areas
How admission distances work and tips for maximising your choices
Contact Information
Hangleton Way, Hove
Brighton and Hove, BN3 8BN
Journey to School
Journey times are estimates based on current conditions. Actual times may vary.
