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Lewes old Grammar School

Co-ed

Floreat Lewys

(May Lewes flourish)

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Nursery - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 3-18)
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Located in Lewes, East Sussex, Lewes Old Grammar School is an independent co-educational day school for pupils aged 3 to 18. The school operates with dedicated departments for Junior, Senior, and Sixth Form students. It claims to provide a positive atmosphere where traditional values are blended with a contemporary approach to learning. The curriculum focuses on the personal development and individual talent of each student, offering an educational pathway that extends from the nursery years through to the Sixth Form in an urban setting.

Selectivity:
Academic
Acceptance into the school is determined by academic performance in entrance examinations, which typically assess skills in English, Mathematics, and Verbal Reasoning. The admissions process also includes a formal interview with a senior member of staff and a review of academic reports and references from the candidate's current school. For younger pupils joining the Junior School, entry is based on informal assessments conducted during taster days.
Boarding:
Day Only

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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

-28.4%

Lewes old Grammar School's fees are 28.4% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-20.8%

Lewes old Grammar School's fees are 20.8% lower 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

Demonym:Lewesian
Founded:1512
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 60%/40% Boy/Girl)
School Size: Approx. 694 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:1163491
Registered Company No.:09561129
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
GCSE
A Level
BTEC
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
LAMDA
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
ABRSM
IGCSE
AS Level
English Speaking Board (ESB) (Any Level)
Trinity College London
Scholarships:
Music
Academic
All-Rounder
Drama
Sport
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested bursaries are provided for talented students whose families have limited financial means. The school also offers short-term fee support to existing pupils facing unexpected hardship.
Sports Facilities:
Squash Court
Tennis Court
Table Tennis
3G Pitch
Rounders
Cross Country Course
Basketball Court
Badminton Court
Rugby Pitch
Equestrian facilities
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Ballet Studio
Sailing facilities
Yoga Studio
Athletics Track
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Student Kitchen
Drama Studio
Ceramics Studio
Dance Studio
Music Studio
Library
SEND Centre

Contact Information

Address

140, High Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 1XS

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General Enquiries

01273 472634

Admissions