Are you looking for the best private schools in East Sussex?

One of these East Sussex independent schools could be the perfect choice for your child, depending on whether you are looking for a prep or senior school. There are many excellent choices available for prospective parents.

It can be a difficult process to find the best private school for your child. There are plenty of choices for parents in areas like East Sussex, but it can often be hard to find the best school. It is made harder as there are so many different options and so much to consider.

What is the best private school in East Sussex?

Parents in East Sussex have a very wide range of excellent prep schools to choose from across the county. Prep schools include Lancing College Prep Hove, St Andrew's Prep, St Christopher's School and Vinehall School. At senior level, choices include schools such as Mayfield School for girls and coed options including Bede's, Brighton College, Eastbourne College and Roedean School.

Battle Abbey School
Battle Abbey School is an independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 2 to 18.
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Bede's
Bede's is an independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 3 months to 18 years. The school is situated on two separate sites, with the prep school by the sea in Eastbourne and the senior school located in the heart of the Sussex countryside. The school prides itself on 'discovering and developing the talents of each and every pupil' and is a school 'where every girl and boy is encouraged to aspire to be the best they can be, but most importantly they are empowered to enjoy their learning.'
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Brighton College
Brighton College is an independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18 located in the heart of Brighton. The school puts a particular emphasis on the importance of kindness and aims to 'celebrate the uniqueness of every individual, whether that person be shy or confident, sporty, scholarly or both.' The school aims to instil a love of learning through inspirational teachers offering 'passion, commitment and kindness'.
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Brighton Girls GDST
Brighton Girls is an independent day school for girls aged 3 to 18.
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Eastbourne College
Eastbourne College is an independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 13 to 18 in Eastbourne, East Sussex. The school's primary aim is 'to equip children to lead happy, fulfilled lives in a safe environment'. Pupils are able to take advantage of exceptional co-curricular opportunities whilst pursuing a diverse academic syllabus. The school is part of a foundation with neighbouring prep school, St Andrew's Prep.
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Lancing College Prep Hove
Lancing College Prep Hove is an independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 13. The school is part of a foundation with senior school Lancing College.
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Lewes Old Grammar School
Lewes Old Grammar School is an independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18.
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Mayfield School
Mayfield School is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11 to 18 set in the beautiful Sussex countryside. The school has a strong tradition of community service through its 'Actions Not Words' programme.
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Roedean School
Roedean School is an independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11 to 18.
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Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School
Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School is an independent day school for boys and girls aged 3 to 13.
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St Andrew's Prep
St Andrew's Prep is an independent day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 1 to 13 located near Eastbourne in East Sussex. The school is part of a foundation with neighbouring senior school, Eastbourne College. It aims to be 'a dynamic, innovative prep school where we prepare our pupils for the fast pace and ever changing 21st century while maintaining the finest of prep school traditions.'
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St Christopher's School
St Christopher's School is an independent day school for boys and girls aged 4 to 13.
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