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Education to future-proof the magic of childhood
Sompting Abbotts been educating children since the era of George V
Much has changed in that time. But these principles remain the same:
Class sizes are kept low (average 15*). So we can benefit both our less able and able pupils
Academic excellence means our pupils achieve strong Senior School Scholarship results
We develop character, courtesy and communication skills in our children
Our pupils emerge socially intelligent and confident
A child-focused approach nurtures each pupil’s individual talents
Children have daily opportunities to get immersed in nature and free play in 30 acres of grounds
Pupils enjoy school days full of friendships, fun and laughter.
Smaller classes are better for both our less able and more able pupils.
That’s because …
The more able children get the challenge they need to shine.
The 'coasters' are galvanised, and …
The less able or shyer pupils are gently brought on with extra help.
Your child deserves to be stretched
… but gently, not like pizza dough …
Children don’t all develop at the same rate – plateaus are normal – and we recognise this.
Often, the reason a quieter child doesn’t contribute in class is down to self-belief, not disinterest.
In a large setting, when they feel insecure, they find it ‘scary’ to put their hands up. So they let the self-assured ones hold sway.
But with the more relaxed atmosphere of a small class, the teacher can gently make sure every child joins in.
Your child is not ‘just a test score’
Small classes at Sompting Abbotts allow our teachers to:
Manage discipline better
Have space to uncover strengths and weaknesses
Nurture a supportive learning arena
Stretch your child carefully
Teach beyond the National Curriculum targets
Encourage better social and communication skills
Help shy and less confident children feel secure
Give the children better quality feedback and attention
Senior School Destinations
*Senior school scholarship results since 2009
Did you know?
Sompting Abbotts achieves a 100% success rate in the Common Entrance exam.
Many pupils achieve public school scholarships and move onto leading independents, including Lancing, Brighton and Hurst Colleges.
Others are well-equipped for their GCSEs at high-performing state schools such as Steyning Grammar (Ofsted outstanding 2019), to which all children attending Sompting Abbotts are entitled for entry.
Discover what our pupils say …
Year 8 children talk about their learning experience at Sompting Abbotts
Your child, their future
The essential foundations and good habits for children's future success are laid down during the crucial primary school years.
This is what Peter Blatchford, Professor of Psychology and Education at the UCL Institute of Education, writes. “Careful moment-by-moment systematic observation of pupils shows that class size affects the amount of individual attention pupils receive, and their engagement and active involvement in class.”
But the real evidence comes for us from our own parents.
"I can't believe how well you know my child," is something at parents evenings we often hear them say.
For us, that’s the greatest proof.
If you’re interested to visit us, our next Open Afternoon is on Friday March 6 from 3.30 - 5pm. Click the button for details.
Our policy is to keep to our maximum class size limit to ensure our pupils receive the individualised education we provide. Some year groups are full and have a waiting list.
Following our earlier announcement in July of the shortlisted entries for the Independent Schools of the Year 2023 awards, we're delighted Sompting Abbotts Preparatory School has been selected as a Finalist in the Independent School of the Year for Environmental Achievement category.