Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School
Brighton, East Sussex · BN2 0EU
Brighton College Prep School is the junior branch of a prominent independent school on the Sussex coast, serving pupils from nursery through to Year 6 (with entry points at 3, 4, 7, 8, and 11). The school emphasises a culture of kindness and a love of learning, with strong emphasis on both academic rigour and a broad co-curricular offer including performing arts, creative arts, and sport. Day-only provision attracts local families seeking a rounded, outward-facing prep education with easy access to beach and urban amenities.
- →Strong feeder school to Brighton College (senior school), with continuity of pastoral care and culture
- →Broad co-curricular offer including beach school, performing arts, and flexible after-school clubs
- →Urban Brighton location with direct access to sea-based learning opportunities
- →Emphasis on kindness and social responsibility alongside academic achievement
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in a structured yet creative environment where academics are balanced with arts, sport, and social development. Families valuing continuity and the option to progress to the senior college suit this school well.
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Contact & visit
Walpole Lodge, 2 Walpole Road
Brighton, East Sussex
BN2 0EU
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School?
Day fees at Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School are approximately £19,305 per year (2025/26).
How do you get into Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School?
Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School a boarding school?
Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School is a day school in Brighton and does not offer boarding.
What is Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Brighton College Nursery, Pre-Prep and Prep School “Excellent” (2021).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Emphasis on kindness and social responsibility resonates with parents
✓Beach school and outdoor learning opportunities valued as distinctive
✓Strong performing and creative arts provision
✓Accessible urban location with good facilities nearby
✓Supportive community feel
Common concerns
!School has not yet been inspected by Ofsted, limiting independent evidence of quality
!Day-only provision means no boarding continuity for families considering senior school boarding
!Limited publicly available information on academic outcomes and university destinations