Brighton College Reviews & FAQs
Are you considering Brighton College for your child? We have put together a number of frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the school to help you.

Reviews of Brighton College
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Frequently asked questions about Brighton College
Where is Brighton College?
Brighton College is in Brighton, East Sussex. The school's address is: Eastern Road, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 0AL.
Is Brighton College for boys or girls?
Brighton College is a Coed school.
What type of school is Brighton College?
Brighton College is a Pre-Prep, Prep & Senior school offering Day & Boarding places for approximately 1000 pupils.
What age do girls join Brighton College?
Girls can join the school from through until 18 years.
What age do girls join Brighton College?
Girls can join the school from 3 through until 18 years.
What age do girls join Brighton College
Brighton College is for boys only.
What age do boys join Brighton College?
Boys can join the school from through until 18 years.
What age do boys join Brighton College?
Boys can join the school from 3 through until 18 years.
What age do boys join Brighton College
Brighton College is for girls only.
Who is the Principal of Brighton College?
Richard Cairns is the Principal. Read more about Richard Cairns.
Who owns Brighton College?
The school is a registered charity managed by trustees. Read more about the charity structure and how it is run on the Charity Commission website. Read more about the governance of Brighton College.
When was Brighton College inspected?
Brighton College is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) on behalf of the Department for Education. Routine inspections take place once every three years. Read the inspection reports for Brighton College
Which schools are the main destinations for Brighton College leavers?
Pupils from Brighton College go on to a number of senior schools including:
Who are the main feeder schools for Brighton College?
'Feeder' schools for Brighton College include:
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