Eastbourne College
Eastbourne College is a co-ed boarding and day school in East, Sussex, educating pupils aged 13 - 18 and founded in 1867. Boarding fees are £18,268 - £18,553 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.
- Type
- Co-ed boarding & day
- Boarders from
- 13 - 18
- Ethos
- Church of England
- Guardian required
- Yes
About Eastbourne College
The story, ethos and character of Eastbourne College.
- Setting
- Town
- Ethos
- Church of England
- Head
- Mr Tom Lawson
Eastbourne College is a leading co-educational independent school known for its strong academic results, exceptional pastoral care and vibrant co-curricular programme. In 2023 it was shortlisted for the TES Boarding School of the Year Award and in 2024 it was a finalist in the Muddy Stilettos Most Inclusive Senior School Award.
In recent years, £35m has been invested in the school and boarding facilities. What the school is known for? Academic Excellence Eastbourne College delivers outstanding academic outcomes. In 2025, 74% of pupils achieved A*-B at A-level, with almost half of all grades being awarded A* or A and at GCSE 52% of exams graded 7-9 (A-A*) with more than 620 grades 8 or 9 across the cohort.
85% of UK university applicants secured their first-choice destination and 60% headed to leading Russell Group universities.
Excellent Pastoral Care "Leaders have created a welcoming and supportive boarding environment, which is successful in fostering pupils' personal development." ISI Report 2024 Eastbourne College provides outstanding pastoral care seven days a week.
Each boys' and girls' boarding house has a resident Housemaster or Housemistress, a resident matron and a team of tutors. The school's seven day offering allows for extra academic enrichment and co-curricular opportunities in a balanced and supportive environment.
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