Eastbourne College
Eastbourne, East Sussex, South East · BN21 4JX
A coastal independent in Eastbourne, East Sussex, this Church of England school takes boarders and day pupils alike from age 13 to 18, with roughly 600 on roll. Half of the school's 600 pupils are sixth-formers, giving it a notably senior, academic centre of gravity. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its most recent inspection top marks, rating both education quality and pupils' personal development as excellent and confirming that all compliance standards were met. Under Headmaster Tom Lawson, it offers a settled, traditional environment with strong pastoral foundations.
600
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£36,679
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 13-18
- Pupils
- 600
- Location
- Eastbourne, East Sussex, South East
- Website
- https://www.eastbourne-college.co.uk/
- Telephone
- 01323 452300
Headteacher
Headmaster Tom Lawson
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
52%
A-level A*-A
74%
Teaching & academics
Results are solid and steady: 74% of A-level entries reached A*-A, while 52% of GCSE grades fell in the 9-7 range. The sixth form leans towards essay and analytical subjects, with Economics, Mathematics, Business Studies, History, Government and Politics, and Physics among the popular choices, and the EPQ available alongside A-levels for those wanting to stretch independently. A broad modern languages offering spans French, Spanish, German, Russian and Chinese. With more than a quarter of pupils on SEN support, the College also clearly invests in helping a wide range of learners.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 300
Popular A-level subjects
Qualifications offered
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 28.62%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Arts & extracurricular
Scholarships
Languages
Popular GCSE subjects
Sport
Main sports
Beyond the classroom
Sport is a visible strength, with cricket and rugby at the heart of the programme. Scholarships in Art, Music, Drama and Sport signal where the school encourages talent beyond the classroom.
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- Yes
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £35,978 - £36,679
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £54,805 - £55,660
In order to access bursary support, a pupil must also have a scholarship.
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 12 November 2024
The last word
A well-regarded all-through-to-eighteen school for families drawn to boarding or day life on the Sussex coast, with a large, academically focused sixth form. Note that bursary help is tied to holding a scholarship.
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Eastbourne College 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Eastbourne College located?
Eastbourne College is located at Old Wish Road, Eastbourne, Eastbourne, BN21 4JX.
What type of school is Eastbourne College?
Eastbourne College is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Eastbourne College?
Eastbourne College has approximately 600 pupils on roll.
What is Eastbourne College's inspection rating?
Eastbourne College is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 12 November 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.