How many pupils does Summerhill School have?

Summerhill School has 53 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.

How does Summerhill School perform at GCSE?

Pupils at Summerhill School achieved an average Attainment 8 score of 12.9 in 2025/26.

Where is Summerhill School?

Summerhill School is located at Westward Ho, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4HY.

Summerhill School

Westward Ho, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4HY

Not rated

Not yet inspected

Not inspected

Ofsted

12.9

Attainment 8

5–18

Ages

Pupils

Mixed

Gender

Other independent school

Type

About Summerhill School

Summerhill School is an independent school in Leiston, Suffolk, England, for pupils aged 5–18. It has 53 pupils on roll. At GCSE, pupils achieved an average Attainment 8 score of 12.9 (2025/26). 0% of pupils are eligible for free school meals.

School Information

Local Authority: Suffolk →
School Type: Other independent school
Age Range: Ages 5–18
Gender: Mixed
Pupils / Capacity: 53 / 90 (59%)
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Nursery: No Nursery Classes
Religious Character: None
Admissions Policy: Non-selective

Pupil profile

2025/26

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Free school meals

7.5%

SEN support

20.8%

EHC plan

Source: DfE School Census, 2025/26, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Contact Details

Address: Westward Ho, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4HY
Phone: 01728830540
Principal: Zoe Readhead
Website: www.summerhillschool.co.uk

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Frequently asked questions

What type of school is Summerhill School?: Summerhill School is an independent school in Leiston, Suffolk, England, for pupils aged 5–18.
How many pupils does Summerhill School have?: Summerhill School has 53 pupils on roll, according to Department for Education data.
How does Summerhill School perform at GCSE?: Pupils at Summerhill School achieved an average Attainment 8 score of 12.9 in 2025/26.
Where is Summerhill School?: Summerhill School is located at Westward Ho, Leiston, Suffolk, IP16 4HY.

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