What do you hope for your child's education?
Sompting Abbotts Preparatory School is a West Sussex independent school whose focus is ‘whole-child’ development and academic achievement.
Scholarship achievements
"I can't believe how well you know my child," is something parents often say. We keep class sizes small and know that each child develops at a different pace. Our experienced teachers are experts at coaching each child. We hone in on potential and make sure that pupils of all abilities find their niche.
Sompting Abbotts Preparatory School is proud of its academic record. Students excel at the Common Entrance and many achieve scholarships to their public schools of choice. A well-rounded educational programme includes an exciting curriculum in sports, music, visual and performing arts. An engaging choice of educational and overseas trips, clubs and extra-curricular activities is also made available.
Skills for your child's life ahead
Our goal is for all pupils to enjoy their place as self-reliant individuals within our stimulating community. We believe in the importance of 'soft skills' and teach these as an integral part of everything we do.
We give pupils the tools to succeed academically. But we also focus on the development of 'character'. Emotional intelligence, self-belief and social skills will be just as important to their life beyond education. As will mental toughness, critical thinking, teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
A place where children can be children
Most importantly, we give our pupils a wonderful childhood. One that's full of friendship, fun and laughter. With 30 acres of grounds and first-class facilities, the school offers ample opportunities for sports and self-discovery. For doing the 'old-fashioned' stuff children love most: such as den-building, spotting squirrels, climbing trees and finding conkers.
Wrap-around care for working parents
We provide flexible free wrap-around care. Parents are free to drop off their Pre-Prep child (Years 1 – 3) to the Early Room at 8am and collect at 4.30pm (or later if delayed). Wrap-around care for Prep children (Years 4 – 8) is from 7.30am to 6pm.
Come and see for yourself
Ours is a happy school based on Christian principles with a family-centred ethos. Our pastoral care is "excellent", says the ISI. Every pupil is welcomed into our warm and supportive community and parents play a big role in our school life.
Sompting Abbotts is a West Sussex prep school near Worthing, Shoreham-by-Sea, Steyning and Brighton. It is an accredited IAPS (Independent Association of Preparatory Schools) school. To visit or book your child for a taster day, please contact us.
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.