The Prebendal School
“Fons Sapientiae Verbum Dei”
(The Word of God is the Fountain of Wisdom)
Situated in Chichester, West Sussex, adjacent to the Chichester Cathedral precinct, The Prebendal School is a co-educational preparatory day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 13. Founded in 1497, it is the oldest school in Sussex and educates the Chichester Cathedral choristers. The school claims to focus on nurturing confident and kind young people through a holistic approach, fostering a love of learning and curiosity. It was awarded 'Excellent in all areas' by its ISI inspection in November 2022.
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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
-22.5%
The Prebendal School's fees are 22.5% lower than the national average.
Vs. County Average
-11.9%
The Prebendal School's fees are 11.9% 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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