Bede's Summer School Eastbourne, England UK
Bede’s Preparatory School Duke’s Drive - BN20 7XL Eastbourne - see on mapPay less than booking at the school
What we like about the school
- Option of Specialist Courses including Robotics,Coding, Football and Dance.
- Bede’s is named a Centre of Excellence by the EL Gazette (since 2013).
- On campus accommodation offered
- Indoor swimming pool
- You can combine courses at different schools of the same chain and the school will charge the inscription fee only once.
What we dislike about the school
- Older students should consider that the average age of students at the school is significantly younger than at most other schools.
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Location: Bede's Summer School Eastbourne is a junior summer school situated on the outskirts of the popular coastal destination of Eastbourne, southern England. Housed between Eastbourne, the South Downs National Park and the beach, the BEDE's Prep school has expansive facilities on large grounds, providing all a student may need to have a productive and fun-filled time from one campus.
School facilities: The school facilities for Bede's Summer School Eastbourne are fantastic and exemplary of a junior camp that has everything needed for academic and social success. These facilities include an art studio, astroturf pitches, beach access, a dance studio, a drama theatre, an IT Suite, sports fields, a sports hall, a swimming pool and WIFI.
Accommodation: The secure boarding housing is on campus and comes with bedrooms accommodating 4-8 students. Room arrangements are arranged by the age and sex of the student, ensuring all students shall be bunking with students around their own age where applicable, and of the same gender.
Social and cultural: These junior programmes are full of daily activities and several weekly excursions.
Afternoon and evening activities can include egg drop challenges, talent shows, messy games, football, touch rugby, swimming, cooking, drama, treasure hunts, discos, and much more.
Excursions included in the Bede's Summer School Eastbourne can include the London Science Museum, Legoland, Brighton Sealife and many more.
English Courses
General Language
Little Explorers (6 to 11 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!17.5 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Offer!from£1,675£1,634 / week Includes accommodationMore
Little Explorers (6 to 11 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!
17.5 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Offer!from
£1,675£1,634 / week
Includes accommodation
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 56 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 1,675 1,634 | 3,350 3,267 | 5,025 4,900 | 6,700 6,533 | 8,375 8,166 | 10,050 9,799 | 11,725 11,432 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 2,199 | 4,398 | 6,597 | 8,796 | 10,995 | 13,194 | 15,393 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 09 Aug 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
28 Jun 2026, 05 Jul 2026, 12 Jul 2026, 19 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 09 Aug 2026
Prices
- Course price includes accommodation
- On campus, Shared room (multiple beds), Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:45 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 6 years
- Age range:
- 6 - 11 years
Students per class- Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
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Parent Programme - Day CampFor the summer, only limited places left!10 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Offer!from£795£756 / week More
Parent Programme - Day Camp
For the summer, only limited places left!
10 lessons per week | 8 students (max)
Offer!from
£795£756 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 56 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 795 756 | 1,590 1,511 | 2,385 2,266 | 3,180 3,021 | 3,975 3,777 | 4,770 4,532 | 5,565 5,287 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 1,017 | 2,034 | 3,051 | 4,068 | 5,085 | 6,102 | 7,119 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 11:00
Afternoon: 11:30 - 14:30 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 6 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
- Lesson duration
- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Junior
Little Explorers - Day Camp (6 to 11 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!17.5 lessons per week | 14 students (max)Offer!from£995£946 / week More
Little Explorers - Day Camp (6 to 11 years old)
For the summer, only limited places left!
17.5 lessons per week | 14 students (max)
Offer!from
£995£946 / week
More
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 56 days before the start of your course.
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (£) Our price (£) | 995 946 | 1,990 1,891 | 2,985 2,836 | 3,980 3,781 | 4,975 4,727 | 5,970 5,672 | 6,965 6,617 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Price in US$ | 1,273 | 2,546 | 3,819 | 5,092 | 6,364 | 7,637 | 8,910 |
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- Starting dates
- For all levels except of absolute beginners:2026: 29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026See starting dates for absolute beginnersStarting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken an English course before:
29 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 03 Aug 2026, 10 Aug 2026
There is a full programme of lessons, sports, activities, social events and excursions all of which are mandatory and included in the fee.
Prices
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7
Course specific data
- General course schedule
- 3-4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 9:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:30 - 14:45 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 6 years
- Age range:
- 6 - 11 years
Students per class- Maximum: 14 / Average: 11
Lesson duration- 45 min
Additional information for all courses
See Availability
Our prices for Bede's Summer School include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free access to swimming pool
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
Bede's Summer School
- Accreditations and Quality seals
- English teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 50% male / 50% female
- Combine courses at different Bede's Summer School chain schools and save
- Bede's Summer School will charge their administration fee only once on your first booking.Combine courses at these schools: Bede's Summer School (Hailsham), Bede's Summer School (Windlesham), Bede's Summer School (Lancing), Bede's Summer School (Brighton). Just mention in the comments field of our online registration form that you have also booked classes at another school from the chain.
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Bede's Summer School and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 1993
General school facilities
Computer lab
Indoor swimming pool
Self-study areas
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Free parking (<500m)
Facilities for islamic students
Available area to pray at the school
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 10
- Number of public PC workstations: 10
Additional comment about facilities of school
Art Studio, Astroturf Playground, Beach Access, Dance Studio, Drama Theatre, Garden Access, IT Suite, Mud Garden, Sea Views, Sports Fields, Sports Hall, Swimming Pool
Student Age / Nationality
Top student nationalities
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| China | 20% |
| Turkey | 16% |
| Japan | 15% |
| France | 9% |
| Italy | 5% |
| Spain | 5% |
| England | 3% |
| USA | 2% |
| Brazil | 2% |
| Germany | 2% |
| Sweden | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 20% |
Age of students
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 100% |
| 18-24 years | 0% |
| 25-34 years | 0% |
| 35-50 years | 0% |
| >50 years | 0% |
- Average number of students
- Junior courses - In summer: 60
- Minimum age of students
- 6 years for specific Junior courses
- Average age of students
- In summer: 6 years
Information for all courses offered by Bede's Summer School
- Lesson duration
- 45 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 27 Jun 2026, 16 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Lessons needed per English language level
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Afternoon Tea | Charleston House | Towner Art Gallery | Hastings Visit | Arlington Bluebell Walk and Farm Trail | Beachy Head Walk | Brighton Pier and Shopping in the Lanes | Eastbourne Sightseeing Bus.
Junior - Free activities
- Sports, arts and crafts and challenging competitions.
Junior - Paid activities
- Film & Animation, LEGO & Coding, Horse Riding, Indoor Climbing, Swimming, Tennis, Zookeeper Experience
FAQ about Bede's Summer School, Eastbourne
What is the best price for a course at Bede's Summer School, Eastbourne?
“English courses at Bede's Summer School start at 756 £ for Parent Programme - Day Camp course with 10 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.”
Is it possible to take a course at Bede's Summer School as an absolute beginner?
“Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: Little Explorers, Parent Programme - Day Camp, Little Explorers - Day Camp”
What is the number of students per class at Bede's Summer School?
“Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Bede's Summer School varies from 8 (Parent Programme - Day Camp) to 14 students (Little Explorers)”
Which countries are students of Bede's Summer School from?
“The highest Nationality percentage at Bede's Summer School comes from China with a 20% representation, followed by students from Turkey (16%) and Japan (15%).”
Terms of Bede's Summer School
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
- Legal name/parent company
- Bede's Summer School | Tax registration ID: 621 6539 49
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 180 days. A valid passport and an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) is required to enter the UK. The application for the ETA is done online https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-an-electronic-travel-authorisation-eta. The answer is expected within 3 working days, costing GBP 16. The ETA allows multiple entries in the country for up to 6 months for a maximum of 2 years or until the passport used when applying expires.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 50 £
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There is a full programme of lessons, sports, activities, social events and excursions all of which are mandatory and included in the fee.