Kings Brighton
Kings Brighton is a co-ed boarding and day school in East, Sussex, educating pupils aged 15 - 19 and founded in 2017. Boarding fees are £7,044 - £12,840 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.
- Type
- Co-ed boarding & day
- Boarders from
- 15 - 19
- Ethos
- Non-denominational
- Guardian required
- No
About Kings Brighton
The story, ethos and character of Kings Brighton.
- Setting
- City
- Ethos
- Non-denominational
- Head
- Ms Sarah Williams
"Here, you'll find a warm, friendly and diverse community in which everyone belongs. We look forward to helping you reach your educational goals and expand your horizons." - Sarah Williams, Principal, Kings Brighton Kings Brighton is part of the Kings Colleges group of international schools and sixth form colleges.
Together the four colleges in London, Brighton, Bournemouth and Oxford welcome both local home students and international students from over 80 countries. Each Kings College is typified by very small classes and very high levels of personalised student attention.
This student-centred ethos runs throughout each school and ensures that every student is given a personalised pathway to the very best university and degree programme for them.
At the same time a whole-student approach ensures an enriching cultural and extracurricular experience, while dedicated welfare and teams ensure the well-being of every student. The Kings group offers UK national curricula qualifications (GCSE and A-levels) which are taken by both UK and international students.
The group of Kings Colleges also offers specialist degree pathway programmes exclusively for international students. These offer a direct, fast and guaranteed path to a selection of partner universities throughout the UK and internationally.
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Academics at Kings Brighton
What pupils study at Kings Brighton — and where it takes them.
This section provides information on: The curriculum, performing and creative arts, English as an additional , and special educational needs (SEN). About the curriculum The Kings Difference Student-centred ethos: Personalised learning, friendly communities, results-driven ethos Support an personal development: Extensive personal tutor and pastoral care team Exceptionally small classes: Just 4-10 per class at GCSE and A-level Leading university destinations: 96% A-level students have offers from Russell Group universities and progress to their first choice university Outstanding A-level results: 78% A*-B grades overall Developing global citizenship: Share friendships and perspectives with students from around the world Flexible, personalised study plans: Two-year and one-year A-level courses, resits and retakes Courses: GCSEs A-levels Oxbridge Preparation Medicine Pathways at Kings Degree Pathway Programmes University of Bristol Pathway UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design Art and Design Foundation International Business Foundation Academic Preparation Programme Academic Study Programme International High School Programme +1 photos Performing and creative arts We offer the UAL Foundation Diploma in Art and Design in our specialist art studio, lead by our team of professional art teachers who continue to exhibit their work in various exhibitions.
The course involves a full programme of artistic enrichment (galleries, exhibitions, life art classes and such) to ensure students are fully developed as artists. English as an additional We offer a complete curriculum of English for Academic Purposes, as well as specialist IELTS preparation classes.
Programmes offered
Subjects offered
Figures are indicative — contact us for the latest results.
Boarding at Kings Brighton
Day-to-day boarding life and pastoral care at Kings Brighton.
- Boarding houses
- Girls 0, Boys 0, Mixed 0
- Exeat weekends
- No
- Guardian required
- No
- Saturday lessons
- No
Boarding at our school Oxford Place On-Campus Residence Our on-site residence at Kings Brighton for students aged 15 and over spans the top two floors of the college. The residence features single, en suite bedrooms with communal student lounges that offer great views over The Level Park.
A secure entrance that is separate to the main college reception enables students to access their accommodation outside of school hours. On-Campus Pavilion Point Residence Located just 2 minutes' walk from the school, it offers single rooms with en suite bathrooms, on a self-catering or half-board basis.
A genuine home away from home
We have two on-campus residences, Oxford Place and Pavilion Point. On-Campus - Pavilion Point Residence (Boys and Girls) Located just 2 minutes' walk from the school, it offers single rooms with en suite bathrooms, on a self-catering or half-board basis.
A limited number of self-contained studio rooms are also available. Communal facilities at the residence include a student lounge area, courtyard garden, TV/games room, gym and coffee shop. On-Campus Residence - Oxford Place Residence (Boys and Girls) Our on-site residence at Kings Brighton for students aged 15 and over spans the top two floors of the college.
We can arrange trusted UK guardianship for international families.
Kings Brighton admissions
How children join Kings Brighton, and how we make it simple.
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Assessment, offer & enrolment
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What you'll typically need
- Recent school reports or transcript
- Passport copy
- English-language evidence (if applicable)
- Completed registration form
- A reference from the current school
Special notes to agents about entry to the school Application procedure and entrance tests Students can apply direct through our application form or through a local educational partner agent: https://www. kingseducation. com/uk-uni/kings-booking-form/If a student is a visa national they will need either a student visitor visa or a general student visa.
This depends on how long they will be studying. More visa information can be found here: https://www. kingseducation. com/uk-uni/visas For information regarding fees and payments, visit https://www. kingseducation. com/uk-uni/admissions English levels required for entry to the school A-level - Minimum IELTS 5.5 (5.0 in Reading and Writing) or equivalent Transfer from Year 12 - Minimum IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in Reading and Writing) or equivalent (6.0 for Art subjects in Oxford) GCSE Accelerated 1 Year Programme - Junior Entrance Test equivalent to minimum IELTS 5.0 2 Year GCSE - Junior Entrance Test equivalent to minimum IELTS 5.0 Extended GCSE programme - Junior Entrance Test equivalent to minimum IELTS 4.0 Degree Pathway Programme - Minimum IELTS 5.5 (5.0 in Reading and Writing) or equivalent UAL Art and Design Foundation - IELTS 5.0 or equivalent Art and Design Foundation - IELTS 5.0 or equivalent Medical Foundation - Minimum IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in Reading and Writing Requirements for interviews Deadlines for applications Scholarships Scholarship: Academic British International Notes Scholarship: All-rounder British International Notes Scholarship: Sport British International Notes Scholarship: Dance British International Notes Scholarship: Music British International Notes Scholarship: Choral British International Notes 0 Scholarship: Drama British International Notes Scholarship: Art British International Notes Other scholarships Applying for a scholarship We will review grades and students will be invited to interview for any scholarships awarded.
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Kings Brighton fees & funding
What Kings Brighton costs, what's included, and how we help with funding.
What termly boarding fees include
- Tuition
- Boarding accommodation
- All meals
- Pastoral & house care
- Most academic materials
Funding & scholarships
Registration deposits, EAL tuition, uniform and trips are usually charged separately. Many schools offer academic, sport, music and art scholarships plus means-tested bursaries — ask us and we'll send a full, current breakdown for Kings Brighton.
Fees change year to year and by entry point. As your independent advisors we hold up-to-date figures and can compare Kings Brighton against similar schools so you know exactly what to budget.
Figures shown are the latest we hold — we'll confirm current fees on enquiry.
Kings Brighton location & travel
Where Kings Brighton is, and how to get there.
Travel details Address 27 - 22 Ditchling Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 4SB, England Travel time to London by train Less than 1 hour Telephone +44 (0) 1273 443 403 Website https://www. kingseducation. com +5 photos Most convenient airports Airport Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1.
London Gatwick 25 40 Most convenient train stations Station Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1. Brighton Station 0.5 5 2. London Road (Brighton) 0.4 10 3. Hove 1.9 15 Local area & attractions Brighton Seafront The Lanes Brighton Pier Preston Park Brighton Pavillion
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