Bedes
Discover an outstanding independent, co-educational school in East Sussex where every pupil finds joy in their pursuit of brilliance. Bede’s provides opportunities for every pupil, from the age of three months to eighteen years, to learn both inside and outside the classroom. This approach is designed to unlock individual talents and foster passions, creating an all-encompassing education that nurtures inquisitive minds. Bede’s has two school campuses; the Senior School in the pretty village of Upper Dicker, and the Prep School, located at the foot of the South Downs by the sea.
Bede’s holistic approach to education and outstanding academic programme is designed to challenge and broaden pupils’ horizons. The curriculum aims to excite and inspire pupils throughout their educational journey, leading to not only outstanding academic results – with 81% of Sixth Form pupils achieving A*-B this year- but also the development of essential life skills, resilience, and a sense of social responsibility. Bede’s ranked in the top 3% of schools nationally for Value Added at Key Stage 5 in 2024 and is number the one school in Sussex*. Value Added measures the progress pupils make between Key Stage 4 (GCSEs) and Key Stage 5 (A‑Levels), providing a crucial indication of the impact a school has on pupil learning. Bede’s exceptional Value Added score highlights the School’s ability to empower pupils to exceed their expected potential and achieve academic success at the highest level.
Education at Bede’s extends beyond textbooks, with state-of-the-art facilities providing a platform for pupils to excel in a wide range of areas, including sports, drama, music, and dance. An extensive co-curricular programme features everything from outdoor pursuits such as sailing to a unique on-site zoo with over 70 species of animals.
The School is particularly known for its strong Performing and Creative Arts Faculties. In addition to traditional subjects like drama, music, and art, it is home to the award-winning Legat Dance Academy, which offers professional dance training alongside a full academic programme, enabling many dancers to secure places at top-level dance schools.
For sports, Bede’s leads the way in an independent school setting, offering year-round programmes across a wide range of sports. The School is committed to providing top-tier coaching for pupils of all abilities, fostering confidence and a lifelong passion for health and fitness. A number of successful sporting alumni have gone on to be awarded professional contracts, including this years’ Wimbledon’s men’s doubles winner, Julian Cash, premier league football player Solly Marsh, and cricketers Shai Hope, Luke Wells and Alice Capsey.
Register for an Open Morning this Autumn at bedes.org or book a personal tour at a time to suit you. Prep School Open Morning – 20 September/Senior School Open Morning 27 September.
