The Best Schools In Brightons 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 Brightons. These top schools near Brightons 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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✔ Compare all schools in Brightons and see the best and worst performing schools

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1

Brighton College

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Our number one ranked school in Brightons 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 Brightons based on its performance data and Ofsted rating.

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

Burgess Hill Girls

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At number 3 in the best schools in Brightons based on our authoritative ranking is Burgess Hill Girls.

Pupils
510
Ages
2 - 19
Gender
Girls
Type
Other independent school
4

Hurstpierpoint College

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

Pupils
942
Ages
4 - 19
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school
5

Lancing College

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Our number five ranked school in Brightons based on our trusted School Guide Star Rating is Lancing College.

Pupils
596
Ages
13 - 18
Gender
Mixed
Type
Other independent school

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

  • Brighton College
  • Roedean School
  • Burgess Hill Girls
  • Hurstpierpoint College
  • Lancing College

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