Rye College
Rye College is a secondary located in East Sussex, TN31 7NQ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Good. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 16. It currently has approximately 579 pupils on roll.
Rye College is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 16
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Does not have a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Rural town and fringe
Religious Diocese: N/A
Local Authority: East Sussex
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 750
Number of Pupils: 579
Number of Boys: 277
Number of Girls: 302
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 34.6
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-20
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Good
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Not Rated
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-03-06
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rye College
What is the Ofsted rating of Rye College?
Rye College has been rated Good by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Rye College admit?
Rye College admits pupils from age 11 to 16.
Is Rye College a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Rye College is a mixed school.
What type of school is Rye College?
Rye College is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Rye College?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Rye College on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Rye College?
Yes — MyLittleEyes lists homes to rent and buy near Rye College in East Sussex. Scroll down to see available properties within 1 mile of the school.
