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Boarding Schools in Lewes

Lewes has 7 independent boarding schools offering full, weekly and flexi boarding options. Families can compare school types and environments.

See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points and key dates.

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Oxford International College, Brighton

Brighton, Sussex, BN2 7BA

5.3 miles from Lewes

Fees from

£10,996 / term

Range £10,996 - £20,494 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 13–19 246 Day & Boarding
Roedean School

Roedean School

Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 5RQ

5.8 miles from Lewes

Fees from

£8,586 / term

Range £8,586 - £20,316 (inc. VAT)

Girls 11–18 615 Day & Boarding
Brighton College

Brighton College

Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 0AL

6.6 miles from Lewes

Fees from

£9,600 / term

Range £9,600 - £26,550 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 11–19 1,287 Day & Boarding

Kings Brighton

Brighton, Sussex, BN1 4SB

6.7 miles from Lewes

Co-Ed 14–19 114 Day & Boarding
Burgess Hill Girls

Burgess Hill Girls

Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15 0EG

7.5 miles from Lewes

Fees from

£1,196 / term

Range £1,196 - £16,350 (inc. VAT)

Girls 2–19 474 Day & Boarding
Hurstpierpoint College

Hurstpierpoint College

Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9JS

8.5 miles from Lewes

Fees from

£4,690 / term

Range £4,690 - £15,590 (inc. VAT)

Co-Ed 4–19 1,317 Day & Boarding

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Lewes

How many private schools are there in Lewes?
There are 23 independent schools in and around Lewes, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Lewes?
Yes, several schools in and around Lewes 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 Lewes?
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 Lewes?
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
What types of boarding are available?
Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.
What types of boarding are available?
Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.

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