Become your best

An ambitious education where students lead their learning, find their strengths and grow with confidence

Welcome to Claremont School in East Sussex, UK

Learning journey

Claremont students become their best through a British education shaped by personalised learning, languages, specialist football, golf, equestrian and performing arts programmes, international opportunities and a boarding life that feels like home.

Growing curious, confident minds 

Our learning pillars enhance every student's experience - providing structure, opportunity and the support they need to grow.  As part of International Schools Partnership, our students benefit from a global network committed to the highest standards of learning.

Academic achievement

Enjoy personalised learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding

Academic achievement

Enjoy personalised learning that continuously enhances knowledge, skills and understanding

Life competencies

Gain life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives.

Life competencies

Gain life skills to thrive in academics, as well as careers and personal lives.

Multilingualism

Develop proficiency in multiple world languages, while being supported in home or first languages.

Multilingualism

Develop proficiency in multiple world languages, while being supported in home or first languages.

International opportunities

Try global skill-building programmes and activities that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership.

International opportunities

Try global skill-building programmes and activities that develop critical thinking, teamwork and leadership.

Life and career pathways

Benefit from personalised guidance for university and career choices, supporting your chosen path.  

Life and career pathways

Benefit from personalised guidance for university and career choices, supporting your chosen path.  

The admissions journey

UK students
International students

UK students

Begin your child's learning journey with confidence. Submit your application and prepare for an inspiring start to school life.

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Get in touch

Contact our Admissions team directly. We’ll answer your questions and arrange a visit for you. Find information on scholarships here.

01
Get in touch

Contact our Admissions team directly. We’ll answer your questions and arrange a visit for you. Find information on scholarships here.

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Visit us

Tour Claremont grounds during an Open Day or Open House Week, or schedule a private appointment with our admissions team. Meet with Senior Leaders, staff and students and see learning in action.

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Visit us

Tour Claremont grounds during an Open Day or Open House Week, or schedule a private appointment with our admissions team. Meet with Senior Leaders, staff and students and see learning in action.

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Apply

Apply for a day or boarding place at Claremont. This will involve completing our application form, the submission of recent school reports and payment of a registration fee.

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Apply

Apply for a day or boarding place at Claremont. This will involve completing our application form, the submission of recent school reports and payment of a registration fee.

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Taster Days

Your child is invited to spend a Taster Day at Claremont School in East Sussex to immerse in creative, sporting and academic activities alongside school peers and take assessments in non-exam conditions.

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Taster Days

Your child is invited to spend a Taster Day at Claremont School in East Sussex to immerse in creative, sporting and academic activities alongside school peers and take assessments in non-exam conditions.

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Offer

We'll send a conditional offer letter to join the Claremont School community after you finish all the formalities our team guides you through. 

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Offer

We'll send a conditional offer letter to join the Claremont School community after you finish all the formalities our team guides you through. 

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Acceptance

Secure your child’s place by completing the necessary forms and making a deposit. Once we receive your acceptance form, we'll contact your current school (if independent) for a reference.

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Acceptance

Secure your child’s place by completing the necessary forms and making a deposit. Once we receive your acceptance form, we'll contact your current school (if independent) for a reference.

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Welcome to Claremont

We'll send you a welcome pack with all the information needed to start a transformative journey at Claremont to become your best. 

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Welcome to Claremont

We'll send you a welcome pack with all the information needed to start a transformative journey at Claremont to become your best. 

Book a tour

International students

Begin your child's learning journey with confidence. Submit your application and prepare for an inspiring start to school life.

01
Get in touch

Contact our Admissions team directly. For international families, we'll share a variety of resources about the school and arrange an online meeting with a Senior Leader. You are also very welcome to attend one of our Open Mornings (October or May) or Open House Weeks (March), or make a private appointment.

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Get in touch

Contact our Admissions team directly. For international families, we'll share a variety of resources about the school and arrange an online meeting with a Senior Leader. You are also very welcome to attend one of our Open Mornings (October or May) or Open House Weeks (March), or make a private appointment.

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Visit us

If possible, we welcome you to tour Claremont grounds during an Open Day or Open House Week, or schedule a private appointment with our admissions team.

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Visit us

If possible, we welcome you to tour Claremont grounds during an Open Day or Open House Week, or schedule a private appointment with our admissions team.

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Apply

Complete a Boarding Application Form and provide copies of child and parents' passports and student's birth certificate and school reports for the past two years

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Apply

Complete a Boarding Application Form and provide copies of child and parents' passports and student's birth certificate and school reports for the past two years

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Entrance assessments

We'll ask your child to take an online English language test, e-meet our special educational needs team and, if applying for Football Academy, to interview with the Football Academy Director. 

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Entrance assessments

We'll ask your child to take an online English language test, e-meet our special educational needs team and, if applying for Football Academy, to interview with the Football Academy Director. 

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Offer letter

Once all of the above is completed satisfactorily, we'll issue an offer letter, outlining any conditions for entry and any potential scholarship award.

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Offer letter

Once all of the above is completed satisfactorily, we'll issue an offer letter, outlining any conditions for entry and any potential scholarship award.

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Registration

Secure your child’s place by completing the necessary forms and making payments. If you require a visa to study in the UK, we'll help you obtain the required document (CAS) with the assistance of our specialist consultants.

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Registration

Secure your child’s place by completing the necessary forms and making payments. If you require a visa to study in the UK, we'll help you obtain the required document (CAS) with the assistance of our specialist consultants.

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Welcome to Claremont

We'll send you a  welcome pack with all the information needed to start a transformative journey at Claremont to become your best. 

07
Welcome to Claremont

We'll send you a  welcome pack with all the information needed to start a transformative journey at Claremont to become your best. 

Book a tour

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What makes us great?

Hear what makes Claremont one of the most trusted British independent schools - direct from students, alumni and staff.

Meet our team

Our vibrant culture of inclusivity ensures that everyone can truly be themselves and become their best selves.

Ed Dickie

Principal

Meet our team

Pathway to a top Drama school

The Claremont Performing Arts centre built my confidence and skills, helping me get into a top Drama School.

Bea Westbrook Year 2024 Student

Alumni

Inspiring my career

My career pathway has very much been shaped by the love for not just academic subjects but the creative part of learning that was instilled in me at Claremont.

Dani Edmunds Year 2008 Student

Alumni

Weekly boarding at Claremont

I'm one of the youngest at the boarding house and I'm having a very positive experience, sharing time between home, the boarding house and school.

Ed W. Year 2021 Student

Weekly Boarder

Full-time boarder from China

I can study what I love - music. In class we do a lot of music theory and we can learn to play different instruments. I play the guitar and the drums. Next year I'll go to a music university!

Estelle Year 2022 Student

Boarder

Incredible support from teachers

I've always felt comfortable approaching my teachers at Claremont, where they provide incredible support, especially during A Levels.

Issy R. Year 2024 Student

Alumni

My performing arts journey

The Claremont Performing Arts department was a space where the teachers fostered an environment that felt highly professional yet incredibly welcoming.

Lucy B. Year 2023 Student

Alumni

Full-time boarder from Bermuda

I attend the Football Academy, which has helped me make many friends with children form different age groups - even seniors! We have a lot of training sessions together.

Mateus Year 2022 Student

Boarder

Shaping my Drama journey

Claremont’s Arts department shaped my theatre journey, nurturing my writing passion and preparing me for my BA in Drama.

Maya Ostle Year 2023 Student

Alumni

Full-time boarder from Spain

I'm doing the French and Spanish GCSE. I was really nervous and scared at first, but teachers in Prep school really helped me out to be my best and now I'm very excited.

Patricia Year 2022 Student

Boarder

Pursuing my passion for theatre

The Claremont Drama department boosted my confidence and determination, helping me get into the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art to pursue my passion for theatre.

Rachel W. Year 2024 Student

Alumni

Expert guidance from coaches

My time at the Football Academy at Claremont has been nothing short of memorable. All the coaches have expertly guided me through the technical and tactical ferocity of the game and the intricate mindset shifts to make me perform better and feel more confident. They have consistently proven that the CIFA can produce footballers capable of advancing to the higher levels, and will do so again.

Rohan S. Year 2024 Student

Football Academy scholar

Head of Future Pathways

I strive to support our students individually to ensure they progress to their first choice destination.

Sam Cotsford

Teacher

Director of Performing Arts

In the Performing Arts department at Claremont, we prioritise joy, honesty and forgiveness as our primary modes of engagement.

Sarah Cakebread

Teacher

Full-time boarder from Ukraine

I arrived in the middle of the academic year, but everything was already prepared for me: toys, everyday objects. Everyone was friendly and making me feel welcome.

Sofia Year 2022 Student

Boarder

Discovering dance at Claremont

Claremont has massively helped me hone my creative skills for university, and Dance and Drama have been major driving factors.

Tom L. Year 2023 Student

Alumni

Full-time boarder from China

Here the community is very nice, they understand me and give me the support I need. I really get the feeling of being home.

Yong Cheng Year 2022 Student

Boarder

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Football Academy scholar

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Become your best at our private school in East Sussex, with tailored academic pathways, award-winning performing arts and sports programmes and an enriching British boarding experience.

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