Bede's Senior School
Hailsham, East Sussex · BN27 3QH
AAB+ A-level
23.3%
9–7 GCSE
39.6%
Day fees
£35k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Bede's Senior School is a well-established coeducational independent school in rural East Sussex offering boarding and day education from age 13. Built on Catholic Christian values reflected in its four pillars—Compassionate, Courageous, Curious, and Conscientious—the school cultivates a caring community emphasizing both academic excellence and personal development. With nearly 800 pupils across senior and sixth-form years, Bede's combines traditional pastoral structures with modern co-curricular opportunities, including its own dance academy and strong sporting provision.
- →Strong boarding tradition with established pastoral support and house system
- →Comprehensive co-curricular offer including dance academy, CCF, and expeditions
- →Accessible location in East Sussex with on-site facilities and transport service
- →Values-driven Catholic ethos with explicit focus on character development and wellbeing
Who thrives here
Pupils who benefit from structured boarding or day environments, those with creative interests (especially music and drama), and students seeking a values-based community that emphasizes character alongside academic achievement.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
The Dicker, Upper Dicker
Hailsham, East Sussex
BN27 3QH
Nearest stations
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Bede's Senior School?
Day fees at Bede's Senior School are approximately £35,250 per year (2026/27). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Bede's Senior School?
Bede's Senior School admits pupils at 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Bede's Senior School's exam results?
At Bede's Senior School, 23.3% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 39.6% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Bede's Senior School a boarding school?
Bede's Senior School offers boarding as well as day places.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and boarding environment with attentive duty of care
✓Values-driven community that prioritizes character and personal development alongside academics
✓Excellent co-curricular and creative provision, especially dance and performing arts
✓Supportive transition and integration for entry at 13 and 16
✓Catholic ethos and spiritual dimension appreciated by aligned families
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted—limited independent validation of standards
!Rural location may limit easy access for day families without school transport
!Catholic religious character may not suit all family backgrounds
!Limited public data on sixth-form destinations and academic outcomes