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Looking for an Independent School Near Brighton?

We believe the journey matters as much as the destination.

 

Every lesson, every friendship and every opportunity is designed to inspire, nurture and prepare pupils for life beyond the classroom. Here, wellbeing and ambition thrive together, shaping confident, capable and curious young people ready to make their mark.

Bede’s is a leading co-educational independent school, offering an exceptional education for children aged 3 months to 18 years. Set across two outstanding locations in East Sussex, we combine academic excellence with a wealth of opportunities beyond the classroom, enabling every pupil to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Convenient bus services are available from various locations in Brighton. Find out more here

 

During your visit, you'll have the opportunity to:

  • Meet our Head and senior leadership team
  • Tour our beautiful campuses with current pupils
  • Explore our outstanding academic, sporting and creative facilities
  • Learn about our broad curriculum and co-curricular opportunities
  • Discover how we support every child to achieve their full potential
  • Speak with staff and admissions specialists about the next steps for your child. 

Located within easy reach of London, with excellent rail connections and journey times of under 90 minutes to the capital, Bede’s combines the benefits of a stunning Sussex setting with excellent accessibility.

Discover the educational pathways across the Trust:

A green sports field stretches towards a large brick building under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

 

Bede's Nursery and Prep School

Ages: 3 months - 11 years (Nursery to Year 6)

Location: Eastbourne

Pre-Prep & Nursery: A play-based, nurturing environment that focuses on early literacy, numeracy and social skills. 

The Prep Years: Bede's provides excellent teaching, underpinned by a kind-hearted community. Children have access to a huge array of co-curricular activities including sports and performing arts.

 

 

Upper School

Ages: 11 - 16 years (Years 7 to 11)

Location: Eastbourne

Bede's Upper School: From September 2027, Bede's Eastbourne provision is extending to Year 11, offering a seamless day-school educational pathway through to GCSE with lower termly fees. Bede's Upper School provides a high-impact academic experience within the nurturing "village" atmosphere that our community values so highly. 

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Bede's Senior School and Sixth Form

Ages: 11 - 18 years (Years 7 to 13)

Location: Upper Dicker

Year 7 & 8: From September 2027, the school will introduce a brand-new, purpose-built Year 7 and 8 building. This will be a true "school within a school" featuring modern classrooms and science lab, dedicated social hubs and a purpose-built outdoor space. Pupils benefit from enhanced access to the Senior School's facilities and subject-specialist teaching. 

Bede's Senior School: Bede's Senior School is a day and boarding school renowned for a global reputation in holistic breadth, strong academic results, world-class sports coaching and brilliant performing arts opportunities.

Sixth Form: Pupils can choose from over 40 subjects at A-Level and BTEC. Our Sixth Form provides a supportive environment to help pupils along the way with bespoke careers and higher educational guidance alongside support in their academic studies. 

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What's happening at Bede's

Bede's pupils with tennis awards
Music, Talent and House Spirit Shine at Annual Inter-House Competition
Robert Scamardella, Director of Music

Bede's School is celebrating another exceptional summer of tennis achievements, with pupils excelling at county, regional, national and international level, further reinforcing the school's reputation as one of the leading schools for developing young tennis talent.

Bede's pupils with tennis awards
Bede's School serves up another outstanding summer of tennis success
Francesca Byrne, Bede's Level 4 Tennis Coach

Bede's School is celebrating another exceptional summer of tennis achievements, with pupils excelling at county, regional, national and international level, further reinforcing the school's reputation as one of the leading schools for developing young tennis talent.