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Great Walstead

Co-ed
Christian Values
Pre-Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 2-13)
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Great Walstead is an independent co-educational preparatory school for children aged 2.5 to 13 years, located in Lindfield, West Sussex. Situated in 250-265 acres of countryside and woodland, the school prioritizes outdoor learning. The school claims to focus on cultivating values such as empathy, vibrancy, adventure, and determination. It was awarded the International Association of Prep Schools' Excellence in Education and nominated for TES Pre-Prep School of the Year in 2021.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Day Only
Values:
Determination
Empathy
Adventure
Vibrancy

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-14.8%

Great Walstead's fees are 14.8% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-3.1%

Great Walstead's fees are 3.1% lower than the county average.

Based on 23 schools in West 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

Demonym:Great Walsteadian
Founded:1925
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 57%/43% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 299 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:307002
Registered Company No.:00751662
Owner/Stakeholder: Woodard Schools (owner)
Associations:
Scholarships:
Academic
Sport
Drama
Music
Art
All-Rounder
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested fee assistance is available through The Burbidge Fund, enabling children to attend who otherwise could not afford the fees due to their financial position.
Sports Facilities:
Astroturf Pitch
Badminton Court
Basketball Court
Cricket Grounds
Cross Country Course
Equestrian facilities
Football Pitch
Golf Course
Hockey Pitch
Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).
Netball Courts
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Sailing facilities
Sports Hall
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Tennis Court
Trampoline
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Forest School
Music Studio

Contact Information

Address

Great Walstead School, East Mascalls Lane, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 2QL

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General Enquiries

01444 483 528

Admissions

01444 483 528