Pupils benefit greatly from our award-winning facilities and 52-acres of Sussex parkland, offering expansive playing fields and large playgrounds, which provide the perfect setting for learning and growth.
Driving through the gates and up the long, sweeping drive, visitors find themselves in 52-acres of stunning Sussex parkland and extensive playing fields. The setting is truly wonderful, with much of the grounds laid to superb gardens and open areas.
Our light and airy modern dining hall has bifold doors, which open to the outside in the summer months.
Our full-size all-weather astroturf provides an exceptional playing surface for a wide range of sports, ensuring consistent performance throughout the year.
Our dedicated Art and Design Centre features an impressive gallery to showcase pupils’ work, as well as specialist equipment including a kiln, pottery wheel, and circular saw for advanced Design Technology projects.
The recently constructed, three-storey Owton Building is a light-filled, purpose-built space dedicated to the teaching of English and Modern Languages
Our beautiful boarding house, Redwood House, is situated at the heart of the school and has recently undergone a significant extension and full renovation. It offers premium living accommodation, including modern bedrooms and bathrooms, spacious and light-filled communal areas, and direct access to the school’s extensive grounds and facilities.
The moment you step through the gates into our walled ‘Secret Garden', you know you are somewhere very special. Home to our Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 pupils, the Secret Garden is a safe and secure learning space surrounded by cherry blossoms.
Situated on site, our 4-lane heated swimming pool is used by all pupils for weekly swimming lessons and swimming galas.
Our dedicated Forest School is used weekly by our pupils and boarders for Forest School lessons, woodland walks and campfires.
Our tennis and netball courts provide versatile, all-weather surfaces for both training and competitive play.
Nestled within our grounds, our six-hole golf course and putting green offer a fantastic setting for pupils to enjoy the game. We run a popular Golf Club, and our annual Golf Competition is a much-anticipated highlight for the entire school community.
Our dedicated Music School features a range of well-equipped practice rooms for both individual and group lessons, alongside a spacious classroom filled with an impressive variety of musical instruments to inspire every young musician.
Our Outdoor Classroom is nestled within our beautiful grounds, elevated among the trees. Equipped with desks and solar lighting, this eco-friendly haven provides a unique and calm setting for pupils to enjoy learning across all subjects.
Our Trim Trail features a range of adventure play equipment including a zip line, climbing wall and balance beams. Designed to build confidence, coordination and strength, it's always a favourite spot at breaktime!
The best way to experience what life is like at Brighton College Prep Handcross is to join us at an Open Morning, where you will have the chance to talk to pupils and teachers about what makes our school such a special place, and to answer any questions you might have.
We also offer Mini Owls Toddler Club for families interested in joining our Nursery or Reception classes. Sessions are held weekly in our Nursery during term time and provide the ideal opportunity for parents and children to explore our school. Please email registrar@handxpark.com if you are interested in joining.