King's School
Hove, BN3 8BN · Brighton and Hove · secondary school
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1st of 10 secondary schools in Brighton and Hove we can score. Local and same-phase on purpose: a national table mostly measures who attends.
Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still — 9.3/10 against 883 of them, against 8.7/10 nationally. Both figures are results only, without the inspection grade. A lower figure here means a stronger comparison group, not a weaker school.
How this is worked out
| Measure | Percentile | Weight | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ofsted | 85 | 35% | 2.99 |
| Grade 5+ English & maths 2025/26 | 59.7 · 81 | 30% | 2.42 |
| Progress 8 2023/24 | 0.84 · 95 | 25% | 2.37 |
| Attainment 8 2025/26 | 56.5 · 88 | 10% | 0.88 |
Each measure is read as a position among comparable schools, so a school in the middle of the country scores 5. Full method.
King's School overview
How it's doing
In 2024/25, 59.4% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and maths. Attainment 8 was 53.7, compared to the national median of 44.6. Progress 8 was +0.84 in 2023/24, indicating pupils did better than those nationally who started from the same place. Narrow the comparison to schools whose pupils have similar backgrounds and it does better still (9.2 out of 10 against similar schools, 8.7 out of 10 against all schools). Ofsted inspected the school in May 2026 under the new framework, which grades areas separately without an overall grade.
Beyond the classroom
Pupils can join Duke of Edinburgh, Productions, Student Leadership, and Barista training clubs. Sports include football, rugby, netball, bouldering, cross country, hockey, cricket, and athletics. Trips cover field trips to other countries, university visits, and a team-building day at Blackland Farm. An after-school club is available.
Getting in
The published school roll is 925 pupils against a stated capacity of 1,050. These whole-school figures do not establish entry-year vacancies or the likelihood of an offer. Confirm entry-year availability and admissions criteria with the school or local authority.
Worth asking on a visit
How does the new Ofsted framework affect current teaching priorities? What support is available for pupils aiming to improve their Progress 8 scores? How are the
What Ofsted said about King's School
Overview
The report describes a school where pupils "thoroughly enjoy their time" and "thrive" in a highly inclusive environment. Leaders demonstrate a "clear and ambitious vision," resulting in strong achievement, particularly for vulnerable pupils, though the sixth form is still developing.
Strengths
- Pupils achieve "consistently well," with outcomes "above the national average" and secure knowledge in literacy and numeracy.
- The school is "highly effective in ensuring that all pupils are fully included," with SEND and disadvantaged pupils achieving as well as others.
- Attendance is "consistently above the national average," supported by leaders who "monitor absence closely."
- Behaviour is excellent, with a "very positive atmosphere for learning" and "harmonious" relationships between pupils and staff.
- Staff are "subject experts" who "skilfully introduce pupils to new learning" and adapt tasks for those facing barriers.
Areas to improve
- Leaders should ensure teachers "consistently check how well pupils have understood new learning" to swiftly address misconceptions.
- Leaders should continue work to support "greater student achievement in the sixth form so that it matches that in the rest of the school."
Safeguarding
The safeguarding standards are met, with leaders establishing an "open culture in which safeguarding is everyone's responsibility" and concerns are actively managed.
Results over time
Attainment 8, the years we hold.
| Year | Attainment 8 |
|---|---|
| 2023/24 | 60.0 |
| 2024/25 | 53.7 |
| 2025/26 | 56.5 |
| England | 44.9 |
Source: DfE Explore Education Statistics. “England” is the median of the 3,682 state schools in England we hold a 2025/26 figure for — a school-level median, not the DfE's pupil-weighted national figure.
Your offer chance
—Based on official applications/offers, distance and catchment where we have it. Bands only — never a percentage.
Sibling, faith, looked-after and other criteria can override distance. Always confirm with the school or local authority.
Next dates
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2026
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2027
- Secondary application deadline31 Oct 2027
- Secondary National Offer Day1 Mar 2028
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