Lewes Old Grammar School

Lewes Old Grammar School is an independent, co-educational, all-through school in East Sussex. The historic town of Lewes has a population of 17,000 and is known for its annual bonfire festival. 

The school can trace its roots to an educational foundation started by Agnes Morley during the reign of Henry VIII. At its last inspection there were 509 pupils on the school roll, between the ages of 3 and 18. 

Headmaster 

Robert Blewitt 

Values and vision 

Lewes Old Grammar School is committed to creating an environment where each individual is known and cared for. Students are supported to achieve their academic potential. Teachers strive to develop young people who are at ease with themselves and confident to face the challenges of life.

Central to the school’s vision is the conviction that each child is an individual who has valuable capabilities. The curriculum provides opportunities that teach students how to think, rather than simply what to think. Questions are valued above answers and the pursuit of excellence is valued above standardised performance. 

ISI report 

“As pupils moves through the junior school they read with increasing fluency and understanding, they listen well and follow instructions diligently. Pupils speak confidently, they can reason and argue coherently and are able to talk about their work with ease. They develop strong writing skills, seen in both factual and creative writing.” 

View Lewes Old Grammar School’s latest ISI report