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Buckswood School

Co-ed

Ad Vitam Paramus

(We Prepare for Life)

Non-Denominational
Year 6 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 10-18)
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Buckswood School is a co-educational day and boarding school situated on a 40-acre country estate in Guestling, East Sussex. Occupying Broomham Hall, which features a 15th-century main house, the school provides a rural setting described as a "global school in the heart of the British countryside." The curriculum includes GCSEs, A Levels, and the International Baccalaureate. Guided by its "12 Pillars" ethos, the school claims to focus on internationalism and personal development. Notable campus facilities include a specialist football academy, riding stables, a vineyard, and a woodland activity centre.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Flexi Boarding
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding

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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

-37.4%

Buckswood School's fees are 37.4% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-35.7%

Buckswood School's fees are 35.7% lower than the county average.

Based on 14 schools in East Sussex and 209 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

Demonym:Buckswoodian
Founded:1933
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 70%/30% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 79.6% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 250 pupils
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Registered Company No.:03824108
Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
GCSE
IGCSE
A Level
AS Level
International A Level
International Baccalaureate Diploma
BTEC
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
LAMDA
English Speaking Board (ESB) (Any Level)
ABRSM
Trinity College London
Cambridge English Qualifications (Any Level)
Pre-U
HSK certificate in Mandarin
Scholarships:
Football
Music
Academic
Performing arts
All-Rounder
Art
Sport
Bursaries offered: Yes
Buckswood School provides means-tested bursaries for families who demonstrate financial need. Eligibility is determined by an assessment of household income, expenses, and overall assets.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Table Tennis
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
3G Pitch
Judo
Cross Country Course
Futsal
Basketball Court
Volleyball Court
Badminton Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Golf Course
Fencing
Archery
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Sauna
Equestrian facilities
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Theatre
Pupil Café
Health Centre
Vineyard
Dance Studio
Music Studio
Library
School Shop
Cinema

Contact Information

Address

Buckswood School, Rye Road, Guestling, East Sussex, TN35 4LT

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General Enquiries

+44 (0)1424 813813

Admissions

Not available