Bede's Prep

Bede's Prep Bede's Prep School is an independent, co-educational school located by the sea in Eastbourne. More than anything however, pupils feel empowered at Bede's.

Based in Eastbourne and with easy travel links to Gatwick, our site borders South Downs National Park and is nestled on a cliff top above Beachy Head with stunning views of the sea. Ours is an holistic educational philosophy, meaning that we develop every aspect of a young person. We believe in providing children with rich learning opportunities that stimulate and broaden their knowledge, skills and understanding, engaging them in practical experiences which bring learning to life. Children at all of the Bede's schools make independent choices and decisions about their participation in school life, become involved in the organisation, management and leadership of activities and take part in our expansive Co-Curricular Programme for myriad reasons - recreational, competitive or educational. This is because we are a school which enriches young people in the round so that they may lead full, worthwhile lives as confident, balanced members of their communities.

05/10/2026

Tickets for Cabaret 2026 are now on sale! 🎟️

Join us on Friday 11 and Saturday 12 December for one of the highlights of the Bede’s calendar.
Bede’s musicians, singers and dancers will once again take to the stage for an unforgettable evening of entertainment, featuring performances from the Orchestra, Jazz Band, BTEC Band, Cabaret Singers and Jazz Choir, alongside talented pupils from the Senior and Prep School and Legat School of Dance.

Celebrating some of the greatest hits of all time, this year’s Cabaret promises exceptional performances, spectacular staging and plenty of much-loved classics.

Secure your place today before tickets sell out: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cabaret-2026-tickets-2002127676777

Well done to all 40 Year 8 and Year 9 pupils who took part in our UKMT-style Team Maths Challenge!The competition featur...
30/09/2026

Well done to all 40 Year 8 and Year 9 pupils who took part in our UKMT-style Team Maths Challenge!

The competition featured three rounds focused on problem-solving, teamwork, collaboration and strategic thinking. While the main aim was to engage, challenge and inspire pupils through mathematics, there was also a healthy competitive spirit throughout.

Congratulations to the winning team of Evan, Moses, Vinnie and Eliza, who claimed the top spot and took home the award!

A fantastic effort from everyone involved 👏

Congratulations to Mason, Matthew, Lake and Fynn on their fantastic achievement in the LTA National Schools Tournament! ...
28/09/2026

Congratulations to Mason, Matthew, Lake and Fynn on their fantastic achievement in the LTA National Schools Tournament! 🎾

After qualifying for the Sussex League final, they faced Eltham College, winners of the Surrey League, and produced some outstanding tennis to secure a 4-2 victory in a series of closely contested singles and doubles matches.

They now progress to the Regional Finals, where they will face the Berkshire champions. We wish them all the very best of luck! 🌟

Today Year 3 hosted a fantastic Macmillan Coffee Morning, it was wonderful to see such a great turnout from parents, alo...
25/09/2026

Today Year 3 hosted a fantastic Macmillan Coffee Morning, it was wonderful to see such a great turnout from parents, alongside pupils popping in during their break.

Thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended, they have raised a phenomenal amount for a brilliant cause. Thank you to all who came along and supported the event.

Well done Year 3! 🌟

What a fantastic windsurfing achievement for Year 8 pupil Dawson! 🌟Dawson has been recently been selected for the RYA iQ...
24/09/2026

What a fantastic windsurfing achievement for Year 8 pupil Dawson! 🌟

Dawson has been recently been selected for the RYA iQFOiL Performance Academy pathway following a successful year in the Transition Academy. Over the coming year, he will train alongside some of the country's top young sailors before representing Great Britain at the iQFOiL European Championships in Athens this October.

Dawson will also be competing in the National Championships at Rutland Water this weekend.

We wish Dawson the very best of luck and look forward to following his journey over the coming months! 💫

23/09/2026
23/09/2026

Our beautiful location on Eastbourne seafront gives pupils endless opportunities to learn and explore beyond the classroom.

From investigating the coastline and studying local wildlife to taking part in beach cleans and creating art inspired by their surroundings, our pupils enjoy hands-on experiences that bring learning to life every day.

Join us this Saturday from 9.15am at our Prep School Open Morning to discover more about life at Bede's: https://www.bedes.org/about/discover-bedes

Our Year 3 pupils had a fantastic time celebrating Roald Dahl Day last week! ✨Inspired by some of Roald Dahl’s most-love...
22/09/2026

Our Year 3 pupils had a fantastic time celebrating Roald Dahl Day last week! ✨

Inspired by some of Roald Dahl’s most-loved stories, Year 3 spent the day bringing their favourite books to life. They created dream jars inspired by The BFG, decorated biscuits inspired by James and the Giant Peach, explored chocolate fractions in Maths and carried out colourful Skittle experiments in Science inspired by Charlie and the Chocolate Factory!

What a brilliant way to bring these much-loved stories to life! 🌟

Our Pre-Prep pupils recently returned to Beach School for their first session of the year, making the most of our unique...
17/09/2026

Our Pre-Prep pupils recently returned to Beach School for their first session of the year, making the most of our unique location on Eastbourne seafront!

Using the local environment to inspire learning and spark their curiosity, the children explored the shoreline and took part in hands-on activities, discovering more about the world around them just moments from the classroom! ☀️

Bede's Fest returned on Saturday, bringing together pupils and families from across the Prep and Senior School.Our talen...
16/09/2026

Bede's Fest returned on Saturday, bringing together pupils and families from across the Prep and Senior School.

Our talented pupil performers took to the stage throughout the afternoon to showcase their musical abilities, creating a fantastic atmosphere. Thank you to everyone who came along and supported the event! 🎵

Address

Dukes Drive
Eastbourne
BN207XL

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+441323734222

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