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What makes a great school?
Research has shown that a very important factor that makes a school excel is its culture. What makes the culture are the people: the parents, the staff and the students. We have strong student, parent and staff leadership that makes our school a vibrant place to learn and develop. We are exceptionally proud of our students, parents and staff. They form an amazing team who work together to achieve extraordinary things. You are warmly welcome to join our special learning community.
What makes a great school? You do. We look forward to you joining us.
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In April 2024, we were proud and delighted that Ofsted graded Uckfield College as ‘Outstanding’ in all areas:
‘The Uckfield Qualities of love, integrity and kindness permeate the school.’
‘There is a well established culture of care at the school.’
‘Leaders have exceedingly high expectations for behaviour.’
‘The curriculum is exceptionally well planned.’
‘Teachers are highly skilled and have very strong subject expertise.’
‘The sixth form offers an exceptional experience for students.’
‘Leaders are passionate about the school. They are extremely ambitious and supportive of staff, students and pupils.’ OFSTED
Inspectors also said some wonderful things about our students:
‘Pupils’ behaviour and conduct are typically excellent.’
‘Pupils are proud of their school and have every reason to be.’
‘Pupils are happy and safe, including from bullying.’
‘Different opinions are respected and diversity is celebrated. As a result, this is a highly inclusive school.’
‘Pupils relish challenge and are not afraid of making mistakes.’
‘Sixth form students thrive when taking on positions of responsibility, such as head student or when contributing to the student leadership team. They are excellent role models and perform their responsibilities with care , dedication and diligence.’
‘Students achieve exceptionally well.’ OFSTED
Uckfield College – An exceptional curriculum
A big advantage of being a larger than average school is that we can offer a wider variety of optional courses from which each student can select their bespoke curriculum. Our ambitious curriculum both prepares young people for a modern, changing world, and includes traditional knowledge and moral values that have stood the test of time.
There is an extensive range of opportunities, activities and trips that enrich young people’s lives. We are now a ‘super curricular school’ where every student participates in enrichment activities and have over ninety different weekly clubs on offer.
Uckfield College – People matter
We believe Uckfield College staff, together with parents and carers working in partnership, enables each student to flourish. Our parents are aspirational and very supportive. We work with them to enable each individual to be the best they can be.
“The ethos of this school is about encouraging young people to love learning, be interested in the world around them, take care of it and take care of one another.”
“I am impressed with the passion of the teachers for their subjects and that all the teachers seem to personally know my children.”
“My child is thriving at this exceptional school.”
“I feel so much joy that my child is part of this warm-hearted, dynamic school.” PARENTS, 2025
