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Claremont is a co-educational day and boarding school for children aged 3 to 18. We offer a supportive, down-to-earth learning environment in which every child can become their best. Success looks different for every pupil and we are committed to developing individual talents alongside academic excellence.
Pupils at Claremont become confident, ambitious learners, well prepared for the future. The school consistently outperforms comparable local independent schools academically, with 92% of students achieving their first-choice destination in 2025.
Beyond the classroom, Claremont offers outstanding opportunities in the performing arts and sport. Our double national award-winning Performing Arts department and highly regarded Football Academy provide clear pathways for pupils to pursue their passions at the highest level.
Rooted in East Sussex and part of International Schools Partnership, Claremont combines a strong local identity with enriching international learning experiences. A vibrant community of boarders from the UK and around the world contributes greatly to the school’s outward-looking philosophy.
We inspire and encourage each child to become their best. Our vision is to equip students with values, skills and knowledge to become confident, aspirational changemakers in a world of opportunity. Our values guide that journey:
Ambition
Students bring their greatest talents to life. Learners are equipped to set ambitious goals and provided the supportive conditions that allow them to achieve these aspirations.
Open mindedness
Students learn to approach differences as strengths and celebrate the best in themselves, others and society.
Responsibility
As students progress, they become more reliable, dependable and accountable for their actions. They develop integrity and the courage to respectfully stand up for their beliefs.
Courage
Making mistakes is inevitable and students leverage these moments to grow and improve. They become accustomed to face challenges head-on and take calculated risks to discover new possibilities.
Integrity
Students stay true to themselves and others applying consistent honesty and authenticity in all relationships.
86%
achieved grades 4 and above at GCSE
29%
achieved grades 9–7 at GCSE (equivalent to A*–A)
100%
Distinction/Distinction* in LAMDA exam results
95%
of boarders achieve their first-choice destination
of Further Mathematics A Level students achieved A*–A.
64%
of Art and Photography A Level students achieved A*–A
47%
of students achieved A*–A in A Levels or BTECs
of A Level or BTEC grades were A*–B
70%
of BTEC grades were Distinction*/Distinction
92%
of students access their first-choice destinations
Students who graduate from Claremont School are accepted into some of the most prestigious universities, drama schools and degree apprenticeships in the UK and around the world.
acceptance into first-choice destinations
of UK destinations are to Russell Group universities
United Kingdom Universities
United Kingdom degree apprenticeships
Spain Universities
United States
With a training and development model designed by a Premier League scout with 30+ years experience, our Football Academy has a proven track record in scholars securing trials and pro contracts as well as scholarships to universities and colleges in Europe, the US and beyond.
With clear progression routes into world-renowned dance and musical theatre institutions, talented and aspiring performers are given the platform to realise their potential, along with opportunities to work with leading practitioners.
During my time at Claremont, I blossomed into a more confident and ambitious version of myself.
Maisie 2024, Alumni
During my time at Claremont, I blossomed into a more confident and ambitious version of myself. Whilst applying to Universities, I was fully supported and encouraged by staff and pupils alike, and the unique working relationship I was able to develop with each of my teachers allowed me to get the very most out of my education. With a lot of dedication and hard work, I achieved my dream, and am now a pupil studying for my Integrated Masters in Chemistry at the University of Oxford
Claremont school carries on its century-old legacy of British education rooted in the community, adding international perspectives and opportunities to an already established system - making us a local school with a global outlook.
Mr O'Byrne founded Claremont in Hove starting with just four students. In 1945, the school relocated to its current site in St Leonards-on-Sea, expanding its offerings.
Claremont was established as a Charitable Educational Trust and merged with Summerfields Falconbury School.
In 1982, Claremont officially became a co-educational school.
Claremont expanded significantly from 1993 to 2004, doubling capacity, opening new facilities and becoming the sole independent school in Hastings.
The expansion to Bodiam marked the birth of Claremont Senior School—a rising institution that now boasts a community of over 310 pupils, a flourishing Sixth Form and two revitalised boarding houses.
Claremont School became part of International School Partnership - ISP, opening students up to new international opportunities and collaborations.
The school achieved an “Outstanding” rating from Ofsted, won national awards for our Performing Arts programme and developed an internationally-renowned Football Academy.
Mr M O'Byrne founded Claremont in Hove starting with just four students. In 1945, the school relocated to its current site in St Leonards-on-Sea, expanding its offerings.
Claremont was established as a Charitable Educational Trust, went co-educational and then merged with Summerfields Falconbury School.
Claremont School became part of International School Partnership ISP, opening students up to new international opportunities and collaborations.
Experience a sense of belonging at Claremont and become your best self with the support of our close-knit community.
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