Bede's Senior School
Situated in the Sussex countryside in Upper Dicker, near Hailsham, Bede’s Senior School is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 13 to 18. The school claims to offer a holistic education that prioritises individual interests, combining academic study with traditions in the performing arts and sport. Notable facilities include an on-site zoo housing over 70 species and the Legat School of Dance. Its ethos focuses on cultivating curiosity and ambition within an inclusive community that values personal growth and both creative and academic achievement.
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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
+9.6%
Bede's Senior School's fees are 9.6% higher than the national average.
Vs. County Average
+10.5%
Bede's Senior School's fees are 10.5% higher than the county average.
Based on 12 schools in East Sussex and 156 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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Contact Information
Website
https://www.bedes.org/seniorGeneral Enquiries
01323 843252Admissions
01323 356609