Lancing College

Co-Educational boarding and day, West Sussex

Lancing College is a highly successful boarding school with an outstanding reputation. Situated within several hundred acres of the magnificent South Downs National Park, it is only one hour from London and conveniently located for both Heathrow and Gatwick airports.


Pupils at Lancing benefit from an all-round education: excellent academic results are achieved within an environment that offers a wide range of opportunities to explore and develop through over 120 co-curricular activities. The College is also highly regarded for its music and arts, with many of its most talented pupils progressing to prestigious music schools. Every pupil at Lancing has their own unique strengths and character. The College’s strength lies in supporting them to explore and develop their talents while encouraging them to embrace new ventures.


Lancing welcomes pupils from more than 40 countries, fostering a warm, kind, and friendly community that is inclusive, diverse, and globally aware. The College has ten Houses where pupils live throughout their time at Lancing. Each House becomes a true home — a place where pupils form lifelong friendships and are cared for by a dedicated Housemaster or Housemistress. Lancing is noted for its strong and collaborative Global alumni who continue to be supportive of their former school.

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“Pupils feel valued as individuals and actively celebrate being members of a diverse school community.”
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Head Mr Dominic Oliver
School Type Combined co-education school
Senior Age Range 13 - 18
Academic GCSE: Yes
Alevel: Yes
Int'l Baccalaureate: No
Vocational Sport & Business Studies
Total Students 600
Youngest Boarder 13
Int'l Students 200