St Catherine's College
118%
Capacity
1,072
Pupils
N/A
Demand
About St Catherine's College
St Catherine's College is a co-educational boarding secondary school in Eastbourne, South East, catering to pupils aged 11 to 16. The school has 1,072 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (118% of 910 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated St Catherine's College "Good", the school is led by headteacher Solomon Berhane, it falls under East Sussex local authority.
In terms of academic performance, Attainment 8 is developing at 18.4. Additionally, sixth form students achieve an average A-Level grade of A-.
On-site facilities at St Catherine's College include ICT Suite, Art Studios, Playing Fields, Music Rooms, Sixth Form Centre, Theatre, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Basketball, Cross Country, Rugby, Hockey and 5 more, as well as clubs including Model UN, Drama, Eco Club, Book Club and 3 more.
For families exploring secondary schools in Eastbourne, St Catherine's College is one of the options available in the South East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 16 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Church of England |
| Address | Priory Road, Eastbourne, Eastbourne, BN23 7BL |
| Headteacher | Solomon Berhane |
| Local Authority | East Sussex |
| Number of Pupils | 1,072 |
| School Capacity | 1,072 / 910 (118% full) |
| Sixth Form | Yes |
| Boarding | Yes — Boarding school |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
GCSE Results
2023/24Attainment 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.
A-Level Results
2023/24Average Points per Entry
Value Added Score
Best 3 A-Levels (Average)
'21/22
51.3
'22/23
45.5
'23/24
47.2
Source: Department for Education 16-18 Performance Tables, 2023/24. Value Added measures progress compared to students with similar GCSE results.
SEND Support
SEN Pupil Breakdown
1
With EHC Plan
259
SEN Support
24.3% of pupils receive SEN support
Source: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
7Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
16Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Frequently Asked Questions About St Catherine's College
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
School Admissions Timeline 2026/27
Key dates for primary, secondary and nursery applications
School Open Days Calendar 2026/27
When open days happen and what to look for
Contact Information
Priory Road, Eastbourne
Eastbourne, BN23 7BL
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