Ardingly College
Catchment Area, Exam Results and Reviews

Last updated 18 September 2026

Secondary
Post 16
PUPILS
1056
AGES
2 - 18
GENDER
Mixed
TYPE
Other independent school
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Ardingly College is an independent co-educational secondary school in Haywards Heath, where its 2024 ISI inspection judged the quality of pupils' academic and other achievements to be excellent. Its strong educational standards earn it a top 5-star rating from School Guide.

Ardingly College Inspection Rating and Exam Results

How Does The School Perform?

Inspection
Ofsted inspection
(02/05/2024)
Overall grade included
ISI Report · All Reports
98%
INDEPENDENT AVG. 60%
5+ GCSEs grade 9-4 (standard pass or above) including English and maths



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Ardingly College Inspection Rating and Exam Results

Top Grades Compared With Other Schools

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49% Independent Average Ardingly College UNLOCK A level

Top grades at GCSE (7-9) and top grades at A level (A*/A)

Ardingly College Inspection Rating and Exam Results

Progress Compared With All Other Schools

UNLOCK Well Below Average (About 5% of schools in England) Below Average (About 26% of schools in England) Average (About 43% of schools in England) Above Average (About 21% of schools in England) Well Above Average (About 5% of schools in England)
Ardingly College Historic Exam Results

School Results Over Time

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% of pupils who achieved 3 A levels at AAB or higher
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College Road
Ardingly
West Sussex
Haywards Heath
RH17 6SQ
+441444893000
West Sussex

School Description

Ardingly College is an independent co-educational boarding and day school which educates 830 students. Located in the West Sussex countryside, between London and Brighton, the College nestles in a 420 acre campus comprising The Pre-Preparatory, The Preparatory and The Senior Schools. Though each is a separate entity, they offer a seamless education for children from 2.5 to 18 years of age.

Ardingly College Parent Reviews

Average Parent Rating

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“Ardingly failed my daughter”

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"> The Prep school is amazing but the senior school has real issues in my opinion. My daughter attended Ardingly for 5 years. Her dyslexia and her ADHD were never picked up and the head said she behaved like a 5 year old because she was dis-organised and untidy and struggled sometimes to remain focused (all part of dyslexia and ADHD). In my experience, a pupil is not allowed to make mistakes because they get severely punished unlike their marketing campaign which tells parents that they encourage pupils to make mistakes! I feel money is the top priority not the pupil's welfare. The head is, in my experience, unapproachable. I certainly would not recommend this school. There are better schools around and they are better value and offer fantastic welfare and support to their pupils. Ardingly College failed my daughter.
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News, Photos and Open Days from Ardingly College

Last update: 18 September 2026

Open Mornings take place every term. Please visit www.ardingly.com/openmornings to view dates and register. 

 

 

Ardingly College Catchment Area Map

This school is independently managed and its admission criteria may be selective. There is no set catchment area as pupils are admitted from a wide variety of postcodes and, in the case of boarding schools, from outside the UK. Contact the school directly or visit their website for more information on Admissions Policy and Procedures.

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Frequently asked questions

What was Ardingly College's latest inspection rating?

At its 2024 ISI inspection, Ardingly College was judged excellent for the quality of pupils' academic and other achievements.

How many pupils attend Ardingly College?

Ardingly College has 1056 pupils on roll aged 2 to 18.

What is Ardingly College's School Guide rating?

School Guide awards Ardingly College a 5-star rating.

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