Slindon College
Arundel, West Sussex · BN18 0RH
Slindon College is a small, specialist independent day and boarding school for boys aged 8–18 located in historic Slindon House within the South Downs National Park near Arundel. The school positions itself as offering transformative education in a specialist learning environment, with a strong emphasis on pastoral care and tailored support for boys who may thrive outside a high-pressure traditional setting. Its intimate size (99 pupils) and rural setting create a distinctive character focused on individual development, enrichment, and purposeful outdoor learning.
- →Specialist learning environment with emphasis on pastoral care and individual attention
- →Small, intimate community in exceptional countryside setting within South Downs National Park
- →Flexible entry ages (8, 11, 13, 16) and boarding options for families seeking alternatives to mainstream pressure
- →On-site learning support including speech & language therapy, occupational therapy, and 1:1 literacy/numeracy specialist tuition
Who thrives here
Boys who benefit from smaller class sizes, specialist support, and a nurturing environment rather than high-octane academic competition; pupils with mild learning differences or social anxiety who flourish with tailored pastoral care; those seeking a broader, experiential educational approach with strong outdoor and creative emphasis.
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Contact & visit
Top Road, Slindon
Arundel, West Sussex
BN18 0RH
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Slindon College?
Day fees at Slindon College are approximately £25,065 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Slindon College?
Slindon College admits pupils at 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Slindon College's exam results?
At Slindon College, 13.1% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Slindon College a boarding school?
Slindon College offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Slindon College's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Slindon College “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Highly personalised attention and individualised learning plans
✓Exceptional pastoral care and emotional safety in small community
✓Specialist expertise in supporting pupils with mild SEND/anxiety/learning differences
✓Exceptional outdoor and experiential learning setting
✓Strong, nurturing house system with genuine staff–pupil relationships
Common concerns
!School has not yet been inspected by Ofsted—limited external validation of quality available
!Very small pupil body (99) may limit peer diversity and breadth of co-curricular offer compared to larger schools
!Focus on pastoral care and specialist support rather than academic push may concern parents seeking maximised exam outcomes
!Rural location may limit some pupils' social options outside school hours