Lancing College

Strict discipline in a traditional public school setting with a sense of belonging through the House System

As a traditional public school, Lancing College operates a House System, where each House represents not only a boarding house but also a team with a strong sense of belonging. Similar to colleges at prestigious universities like Oxford and Cambridge, Lancing students participate in inter-house competitions in areas such as music and sports, fostering camaraderie and team spirit. Under this system, students across different year levels form deep bonds, expanding their social circles and enhancing their sense of belonging. Additionally, the school has a prefect system where senior students act as leaders, guiding and managing junior students, emphasising the importance of strict discipline within the school and providing opportunities for senior students to develop leadership skills. Lancing attracts excellent teachers who are passionate about teaching, with some teachers even serving as dormitory supervisors. This allows students to share their academic and personal experiences with teachers, fostering a relationship of both mentorship and friendship.

Six-day school week for increased learning opportunities

"Lancing Week" is a policy introduced to balance the academic and extracurricular schedules, ensuring a well-rounded campus life. While most boarding schools in the UK do not have classes on Saturdays, Lancing students attend classes and tutorials on Saturdays, and this requirement applies to day students as well. The school encourages all students to participate in various school activities, such as sports, music, and drama, until 5:45 p.m. As all students are involved, this arrangement allows for a more diverse range of activities and provides opportunities for day students and boarders to integrate. Lancing places great importance on students' social and experiential learning. After classes on Saturdays, senior students participate in soft skills training activities such as life skills, career orientation, study strategies, and university preparation. During longer holiday breaks, the school arranges internships for students, providing opportunities to gain skills required for future work and a deeper understanding of their career aspirations. For example, the school's "Young Enterprise Programme" exposes students to the workings of the business world. The establishment of the "University Ambassador Programme" invites alumni who have been admitted to prestigious universities to engage in exchanges with current students.

Popularising equestrian training and an on-site equestrian centre

In 2017, Lancing opened a new equestrian centre, offering equestrian training courses with 20 horses available for students. The school employs professional instructors to provide personalised courses, including competitive training and one-on-one private lessons. This equestrian centre has access to the racetrack at the South Downs National Park, allowing students at all levels, whether beginners or advanced riders, to practise equestrian sports.