Founders Award
Be part of our founding story and receive up to 50% off fees!
Introducing Bede’s Upper School at Eastbourne (Years 7–11) – Opening September 2027. We are delighted to invite our inaugural cohort to benefit from our landmark Founders’ Award with up to 50% off fees.
At a time when the independent school sector faces unprecedented financial pressures, Bede’s School Trust stands firm as a financially secure, robust, and growing institution. Our strength allows us to innovate and invest directly back into our families.
We believe that an exceptional, high-achieving education should be accessible. With the launch of our Upper School at the Eastbourne campus, we are offering a world-class education for pupils in Years 7 to 11. By focusing on what truly matters—academic rigor, outstanding pastoral care, and a vibrant school community—we have created a streamlined model that delivers maximum value without compromising on quality.
To recognise and celebrate the families joining us at the very beginning of this historic next chapter, we are introducing the Founders’ Award. This is our way of investing back into your family, supporting you throughout your child’s entire journey in the Upper School.
This special award provides a significant, tailored fee reduction that aligns with your child's academic stage, beginning at 50% for Year 7 and adjusting by 10% each year as they progress through the School, easing your financial commitment during those crucial early years.
| Entry Year Group (Sept 2027) |
Initial Discount | Year 8 Fee | Year 9 Fee | Year 10 Fee | Year 11 Fee |
| Year 7 Entry | 50% off | 40% off | 30% off | 20% off | 10% off |
| Year 8 Entry | 40% off | - | 30% off | 20% off | 10% off |
| Year 9 Entry | 30% off | - | - | 20% off | 10% off |
| Year 10 Entry | 20% off | - | - | - | 10% off |
For Year 7 entry, fees would usually be £8,225 per term. With your 50% Founders' Award, fees will now be £4,112 per term. In Year 11, fees would usually be £9,275 per term but with your 10% Founders' Award would now be £8,347. (Fees are inclusive of VAT and subject to annual inflationary review.).
Please note: Because this is a bespoke award to celebrate our launch, it is a strictly limited, one-time offer available only to the first cohort of pupils who join us in September 2027. Future year groups, including younger siblings, will not be eligible. Fees are also subject to an annual inflationary review.
What makes the Bede’s Upper School Experience so special?
A Safe, Secure Foundation:
Backed by the trusted reputation, academic success, and deep financial security of the Bede’s School Trust.
Focused, Streamlined Value:
Our exact fees (to be published later this year) will be highly competitive within the local market, because we’ve intentionally designed a school day centred on academic achievement and well-being without unnecessary overheads.
Continuity & Belonging:
Based at our inspiring Eastbourne site, pupils enjoy a familiar, supportive environment where they are truly known as individuals and encouraged to lead, inspire, and thrive.
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Terms & Conditions
- Fees include 20% VAT
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Discount does not apply to uniform, trips etc and is fees only
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Subject to admissions criteria (available on request) and availability
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Applicable to registrations for September 2027 only
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Registrations must be received by 31/08/2027
