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Private Schools in East Sussex

Browse 29 independent schools in East Sussex.

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Claires Court School

Claires Court School

Maidenhead, Berkshire

Bedales School

Bedales School

Petersfield, Hampshire

Bradfield College

Bradfield College

Bradfield, Berkshire

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Browse All Private Schools in East Sussex

Showing 1–29 of 29 schools

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Annan School

Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 5RE

Fees from

£1,404 / term

Range £1,404 - £4,416 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 97 Day
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Battle Abbey School

East Sussex, East Sussex, TN33 0AD

Fees from

£2,122 / term

Range £2,122 - £16,344 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–18 472 Day & Boarding
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Bede's Prep School

Bede's Prep School

Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 7XL

Fees from

£4,610 / term

Range £4,610 - £12,040 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 0–13 295 Day & Boarding
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Bede's Senior School

Bede's Senior School

Partner school

Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3QH

Fees from

£11,190 / term

Range £11,190 - £17,525 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 13–19 802 Day & Boarding
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Brighton College

Brighton College

Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 0AL

Fees from

£9,600 / term

Range £9,600 - £26,550 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 1,287 Day & Boarding
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Brighton College Prep School

Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 5JJ

Fees from

£3,012 / term

Range £3,012 - £10,080 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–12 496 Day
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Brighton Girls GDST

East Sussex, BN1 3AT

Fees from

£4,612 / term

Range £4,612 - £7,072 (inc. VAT)

Girls 3–18 412 Day
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Buckswood School

East Sussex, East Sussex, TN35 4LT

Fees from

£6,900 / term

Range £6,900 - £0 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 10–19 250 Day & Boarding
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Claremont School

St Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, TN37 7PW

Fees from

£3,300 / term

Range £3,300 - £19,295 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 1–19 545 Day & Boarding
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Cumnor House, Sussex

Cumnor House, Sussex

Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH17 7HT

Fees from

£4,306 / term

Range £4,306 - £11,144 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–14 425 Day & Boarding
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Darvell School

Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5DR

Co-Ed 4–16 67 Day
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Drive Preparatory School

Hove, East Sussex, BN3 6GE

Co-Ed 7–16 35 Day
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Eastbourne College

Eastbourne College

Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4JX

Fees from

£11,993 / term

Range £11,993 - £18,553 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 12–19 622 Day & Boarding
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Greenfields School

Greenfields School

East Sussex, RH18 5JD

Fees from

£2,520 / term

Range £2,520 - £12,420 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–19 128 Day & Boarding
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Lancing Prep School At Hove

Hove, East Sussex, BN3 6LU

Fees from

£4,453 / term

Range £4,453 - £8,191 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–13 266 Day
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Lewes Old Grammar School

East Sussex, BN7 1XS

Fees from

£4,043 / term

Range £4,043 - £6,983 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–19 694 Day
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Mayfield School

Mayfield School

Partner school

Mayfield, East Sussex, TN20 6PH

Fees from

£10,362 / term

Range £10,362 - £17,970 (inc. VAT)

Girls 11–18 402 Day & Boarding
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Michael Hall School

Forest Row, East Sussex, RH18 5JA

Co-Ed 2–19 439 Day
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Roedean School

Roedean School

Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 5RQ

Fees from

£8,586 / term

Range £8,586 - £20,316 (inc. VAT)

Girls 11–18 615 Day & Boarding
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Sacred Heart School

East Sussex, TN5 6DQ

Fees from

£4,159 / term

Range £4,159 - £4,279 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 142 Day
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in East Sussex

How many private schools are there in East Sussex?
School Scout includes profiles for 29 independent schools across East Sussex, helping families search, compare and shortlist private schools across the county.
Which towns in East Sussex have the most independent schools?
Independent schools are distributed across East Sussex, with particularly strong concentrations in towns across East Sussex. The best area for your family depends on journey time, school stage and the type of school being considered.
How should I compare East Sussex schools?
Start with a realistic travel area, then compare schools by age range, admissions, gender, fees, size, curriculum and school culture. Use School Scout's comparison tool to review key information side by side.
Are there boarding schools in East Sussex?
Yes. East Sussex is home to a number of well-established boarding and day schools, with options ranging from full boarding to flexible boarding. Families also often compare East Sussex schools with those in neighbouring Kent, Surrey, West Sussex.
Can I search for East Sussex schools by postcode?
Yes. Search by postcode, town, village or school name, then refine the results using School Scout's filters.
Can I compare East Sussex private school fees?
Yes. School profiles show available fee information and the School Fees hub helps families compare tuition, boarding and other published costs.
Where can I find East Sussex school open days?
Use School Scout's Open Days section to browse upcoming events and follow links to individual school profiles for further details.
What is the difference between a East Sussex prep and senior school?
Prep schools usually educate younger pupils before senior-school entry, while senior schools typically begin at age 11 or 13 and may continue through sixth form. Age ranges vary, so families should check each school profile.

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