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Bede's Prep

Co-ed
Non-Denominational
Pre-Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 2-13)
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Bede’s Prep is an independent, co-educational day and boarding school situated on a coastal site in Eastbourne, East Sussex. Located at the foot of the South Downs National Park, the school overlooks the sea and educates children from three months to 13 years. Its ethos centres on a holistic approach to learning, aiming to nurture individual talents through academic, creative, and sporting programmes. The grounds include historic buildings and modern facilities, such as a swimming pool, sports hall, and dedicated outdoor learning spaces.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Flexi Boarding
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding
Values:
Be Compassionate
Be Conscientious
Be Courageous
Be Curious

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Last updated on 27 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-3.5%

Bede's Prep's fees are 3.5% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+5.4%

Bede's Prep's fees are 5.4% higher than the county average.

Based on 14 schools in East Sussex and 259 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1895
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 57%/43% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 4.1% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 295 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:278950
Registered Company No.:01386499
Owner/Stakeholder: St. Bede's School Trust (owner)
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
LAMDA
ISEB Project Qualification (iPQ)
ABRSM
Trinity College London
Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Certifications
Scholarships:
Football
Swimming
Cricket
Music
Academic
Performing arts
All-Rounder
Art
Netball
Dance
Hockey
Drama
Sport
Tennis
Bursaries offered: Yes
Bede's Prep provides means-tested bursaries to help families on lower incomes access the school. These awards are based on financial need and can be used to supplement scholarship funding.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Table Tennis
Basketball Court
Diving Boards
Badminton Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Playing Fields
Trampoline
Climbing Wall
Water Polo
Equestrian facilities
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Sailing facilities
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Student Kitchen
Drama Studio
3D Printer
Forest School
Zoo
Health Centre
Dance Studio
Music Studio
Library
Access to sea/beach
Laser Cutter
School Shop

Contact Information

Address

Bede's Prep School, Duke's Drive, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7XL

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General Enquiries

+44 (0)1323 734222