The Observer was on hand to report on the first big debate.
Held at Sussex Coast College, more than 100 pupils gathered to hear what the main three had to say.
And, Amber Rudd came out on top - both with the students and those following the debate live on our website.
Michael Foster came in second, with LibDem Nick Perry in third place.
To look over our minute by minute coverage - and see reader feedback as it happened - click on the link below.
CLICK HERE TO SEE THE DEBATE IN ACTION