Frequently Asked Questions

Curious about Claremont School in East Sussex? Explore our FAQs for key insights and feel free to reach out to our team for more details. 

Claremont provides education for children from Pre-Reception (age 2) through to Sixth Form (age 18), ensuring a seamless educational journey from early years to pre-university.

We adopt a comprehensive approach to education, focusing on academic excellence alongside personal development - aiming to help every student become the best version of themself, whatever their unique strengths. We offer learners a broad curriculum, extracurricular activities and a strong emphasis on pastoral care.

Yes, Claremont School offers both weekly and full boarding options, providing a supportive environment for UK and overseas students who benefit from a structured routine and the opportunity to engage fully in school life.

Claremont School offers an exceptionally large range of extracurricular activities, including sports, performing arts and various clubs. These activities are designed to complement the academic curriculum, foster a well-rounded education and prepare students for life beyond school.

Claremont prioritises the well-being of its students through a robust pastoral care system. Each student is assigned a form tutor who monitors their academic progress and personal development. The school also offers access to counselling services and promotes a supportive environment where students are encouraged to express their concerns and seek help when needed.

The Prep School Sports Hall is ideal for dance, martial arts, Pilates and MMA classes.

The Senior School provides rental for the indoor heated swimming pool both for swimming classes and for water pool games. Also available for renting are the hockey and football fields.

Our facilities are equipped with floodlights where necessary, free parking and toilets, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable experience for all users.

Booking can be done through this portal.

Football Academy FAQs

Start by contacting Claremont’s admissions team. Families can discuss their child’s development with the football leadership team, then visit the campus or submit a showreel for coaching staff to review as part of the assessment process.

Contact the admissions team to ask about current football assessment arrangements. Claremont’s published application process includes a campus visit or showreel review. The team can confirm whether an in-person trial is required and explain the next steps for your child.

Claremont International Football Academy develops players aged 7–18. Parents should contact admissions to discuss the appropriate school entry point and football provision for their child’s age.

The total cost depends on your child’s year group, student category and day or boarding arrangements. Claremont publishes football academy charges separately from school tuition and boarding fees. See the current fees and request a full breakdown from admissions before applying.

Yes. Claremont welcomes international student athletes and offers football development alongside school education and boarding. Families applying from overseas should contact admissions to discuss school entry, accommodation and application requirements.

Yes. Football academy students can attend as boarders or day pupils. Boarding provides accommodation and pastoral support alongside school life and football training. Admissions can explain the available boarding options for your child.

Yes. Claremont combines football training with school education, including GCSEs and A levels. Students continue their academic studies while developing as players, keeping university and other future options open.

The programme includes daily coaching, individual development plans, strength and conditioning, video analysis and competitive fixtures. Players also benefit from mental performance support, physiotherapy and injury prevention as part of their development.

Claremont offers sports scholarships for students entering Year 7, Year 9 and Sixth Form. Families interested in football should ask admissions about the relevant assessment criteria and current availability. Awards depend on assessment and are not automatic with academy admission.

Yes. US college football scholarships are one of Claremont’s stated progression pathways. Its Futures and Mentoring team supports players in exploring opportunities that fit their sporting and academic ambitions. Support does not guarantee a scholarship or college place.

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