The Best Schools In Brighton Rated & Reviewed


School Guide has helped 20 million parents find the best school for their child and here we reveal the 5 best performing schools in Brighton. These top schools near Brighton are ranked by their School Guide Star Rating, which is 100% based on official performance data including exam results and Ofsted inspections.

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1

Brighton College

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Our number one ranked school in Brighton based on our official School Guide Star Rating is Brighton College.

Pupils
1242
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
2

Roedean School

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Roedean School is ranked second in Brighton based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

Pupils
680
Ages
11 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
3

Brighton Girls GDST

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At number 3 in the best schools in Brighton based on our authoritative ranking is Brighton Girls GDST.

Pupils
400
Ages
3 - 18
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
4

Kings Brighton

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The school ranked at number four in our Brighton league table is Kings Brighton based on the summary of its performance in the last academic year.

Pupils
230
Ages
15 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
GCSE and A level College
5

Brighton Aldridge Community Academy

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Our number five ranked school in Brighton based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Brighton Aldridge Community Academy.

Pupils
802
Ages
11 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Academy sponsor led

Top 5 best performing schools in Brighton and their catchment areas in Brighton ranked by School Guide in 2025

  • Brighton College
  • Roedean School
  • Brighton Girls GDST
  • Kings Brighton
  • Brighton Aldridge Community Academy

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