The Lioncare School
With just 16 pupils on roll, The Lioncare School is among the smallest independent schools a family could consider. This Hove school is mixed and non-religious, taking children from age 11 and offering entry at that stage. Its tiny size points to an intimate, closely supervised setting where each child is well known to staff, led by headteacher Mrs Dale Brown. It is inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted, as is usual for independent schools.
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Teaching & academics
Teaching takes place within a very small community, which allows for highly individual attention and a low pupil-to-staff ratio. Entry is available at 11 for those joining at the start of secondary education.
Head · Mrs Dale Brown
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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The Lioncare School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.