Bede's Prep School
URN: 114653 • Eastbourne BN20 7XL
Overview
- Name
- Bede's Prep School
- URN
- 114653
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 37.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Leigh-Anne Morris (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01323734222
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Duke's Drive, Eastbourne BN20 7XL
Summary
Bede's Prep School is an independent, co-educational institution located in Eastbourne, East Sussex, catering to 295 pupils with a capacity of 432. The school emphasizes a compassionate and supportive community, fostering an environment where students feel a sense of belonging and are encouraged to show kindness and respect to one another. Bede's aims to cultivate qualities such as courage, curiosity, and conscientiousness, empowering students to pursue their passions and achieve their potential.
The curriculum at Bede's is designed to provide rich learning opportunities, encouraging students to explore diverse interests both inside and outside the classroom. The school also offers specialized programs, including the Legat Dance Academy for aspiring dancers. With a focus on academic excellence and personal development, Bede's prepares students for future success while nurturing their individual talents.
Bede's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, ensuring a safe environment for all. The school community is diverse, welcoming students from various backgrounds, which enriches the educational experience and fosters global awareness among pupils.
The curriculum at Bede's is designed to provide rich learning opportunities, encouraging students to explore diverse interests both inside and outside the classroom. The school also offers specialized programs, including the Legat Dance Academy for aspiring dancers. With a focus on academic excellence and personal development, Bede's prepares students for future success while nurturing their individual talents.
Bede's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, ensuring a safe environment for all. The school community is diverse, welcoming students from various backgrounds, which enriches the educational experience and fosters global awareness among pupils.
Useful links
- Board of Governors (governance)
- Discover Bede's Senior School (sen)
- Senior School (sen)
- Senior School Academic Overview (sen)
- Bede's Senior School Admissions (sen)
- Co-Curricular at Bede's Senior School (sen)
- Boarding at Bede's Senior School (sen)
- Sport at Bede's Senior School (sen)
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Nearby alternatives
- The Lindfield School (70.2)
- The South Downs Community Special School (70.2)
- The South Downs School (64.0)
- The Lindfield School (60.7)
- Hazel Court School (56.8)
Key details
- LA
- East Sussex
- Age range
- 0 - 13
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 432
- Pupils
- 295
- Boys
- 169
- Girls
- 126
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1928-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- East Sussex
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 295 | 169 | 126 | 432 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 318 | 176 | 142 | 432 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 348 | 188 | 160 | 432 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 348 | 188 | 160 | 432 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 332 | 173 | 159 | 432 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 371 | 204 | 167 | 432 | 0.00 |
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