About Sompting Abbotts School

Sompting Abbotts is a leading West Sussex prep school near Worthing for children aged 2-13 in the South Downs National Park. We offer a magical childhood and academic excellence; 30 acres of grounds; swimming pool; first-rate sports facilities.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Chris Gunn

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 4.3
Teaching Quality 4.3
Communication 4.7
Student Wellbeing 4.3
Facilities 4.7

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
20.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
5.3
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

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James K Unconfirmed
Parent Feb 1, 2023
5.0

"Outstanding school with a unique approach"

We've been blown away by Sompting Abbotts. The school's commitment to the environment and the way they incorporate it into the curriculum is truly inspiring. Our child is thriving here and the teachers are all dedicated and passionate about their work. We feel very lucky to have found this school.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Sarah W Unconfirmed
Parent Nov 1, 2022
4.0

"Lovely school, but could be better organised"

We've been at Sompting Abbotts for 2 years now and really enjoy the sense of community here. The teachers are all lovely and the facilities are great. However, we've sometimes found the school to be a bit disorganised, especially with regards to communication and events.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5
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Emily J Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 1, 2022
5.0

"Excellent education and wonderful values"

We've been at Sompting Abbotts for 3 years and can't fault the school. The staff are caring and supportive, and the facilities are amazing. Our child has thrived here, and we love the emphasis on nature and the outdoors. Highly recommend!
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 5/5
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Helen T Unconfirmed
Parent May 1, 2021
4.0

"Great start to education, but could improve on transition"

Our child attended Sompting Abbotts from Reception to Year 2 and we were really happy with the start they got here. The Forest School ethos and the way they encourage curiosity and exploration is brilliant. However, we felt the transition to Year 3 was a bit abrupt and our child struggled to adjust to the new school.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 4/5

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