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Co-Educational Private Schools in Brighton

Brighton has 21 independent co-educational schools, where boys and girls learn together. Families can compare school types and a mix of day and boarding schools.

See the school admissions timeline guide for entry points and application timing.

Explore all private schools in Brighton, or browse schools across East Sussex and South East.

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South England International School

Hove, Sussex, BN3 6AH

0.3 miles from Brighton

Co-Ed 15–17 8 Day

Windlesham School

East Sussex, BN1 5AA

0.3 miles from Brighton

Fees from

£1,985 / term

Range £1,985 - £4,692 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 2–11 139 Day

Lancing Prep School At Hove

Hove, East Sussex, BN3 6LU

0.5 miles from Brighton

Fees from

£4,453 / term

Range £4,453 - £8,191 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 3–13 266 Day

Drive Preparatory School

Hove, East Sussex, BN3 6GE

0.6 miles from Brighton

Co-Ed 7–16 35 Day

Kings Brighton

Brighton, Sussex, BN1 4SB

1.0 miles from Brighton

Co-Ed 14–19 114 Day & Boarding
St Christopher's Prep School, Hove

St Christopher's Prep School, Hove

Hove, East Sussex, BN3 4AD

1.2 miles from Brighton

Co-Ed 4–13 237 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Brighton

How many private schools are there in Brighton?
There are 24 independent schools in and around Brighton, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Brighton?
Yes, several schools in and around Brighton offer boarding, including full, weekly and flexi options.

Families can compare options in our guide to boarding vs day schools:
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in Brighton?
Most independent schools accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

Key entry points follow a structured timeline - see the UK private school admissions timeline for when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Brighton?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand key dates, entry points and when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How many co-educational schools are there in Brighton?
There are 21 independent co-educational schools in and around Brighton, where boys and girls learn together.
What does co-educational mean?
Co-educational schools teach boys and girls together, offering a balanced and inclusive learning environment.

Learn more about co-educational vs single-sex schools in our guide.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/single-sex-or-co-educational-schools

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