Welcome to Brambletye

About Our School

Brambletye is a vibrant prep school housed in a handsome Victorian building within 140 acres of beautiful Sussex grounds.  We champion the ethos “Work Hard, Play Hard & Be Kind” throughout every aspect of school life.  Pupils thrive academically, in sport and the creative arts, supported by staff who celebrate individuality.  Excellent facilities and extensive grounds enable rich co-curricular and outdoor learning programmes. Brambletye pupils enter the UK’s top senior schools with a love of learning, spirit of adventure, and  character to make a positive impact in the world.  A balance of tradition and innovation focused on the individual makes Brambletye a standout educational choice. 

 

 

Academic Excellence: Inspiring a Love of Learning

At Brambletye, we believe in giving every child the strongest possible academic foundation while nurturing their individual talents and curiosity. Our broad and stimulating curriculum is designed to stretch and inspire pupils from the earliest years, guiding children through pre-tests to seniors schools and building towards Common Entrance and Scholarship examinations at age 13. With specialist subject teaching, small class sizes and personalised support where needed, Brambletye offers a dynamic learning environment that enables children to thrive academically and beyond.

Find out more about our academic approach and how we help every child thrive.

 

Co-Curricular: A World of Opportunity

Our award-winning co-curricular programme enables all pupils to enjoy a broad educational experience which develops their passions beyond the classroom. All children play sports daily and are taught music, drama and art. Co-curricular Thursdays and extra activities offer character-building opportunities and a chance for pupils to explore new environments, master new skills and to learn the power of teamwork and collaboration.

This term’s activities include Acro-Dance, Ballet, Beginner Band, Carpentry, Cheerleading, Chess, Cricket, Fencing, Fives, Football, Gymnastics, Lyrical and Contemporary Dance, Mindfulness, Netball, Rugby, Speech and Drama, Street Dance, Swim Squad, Symphony Orchestra, The Art of Thought, Touch Typing.

Discover how learning extends beyond the classroom.

 

 

An Educational Journey: Brambletye to the UK’s Top Senior Schools

At Brambletye, pupils are guided every step of the way to secure places at the most prestigious senior schools in the UK — often being awarded Academic, Art, Drama, Music, and Sport scholarships. Our Headmaster personally meets each family to understand your aspirations and help shape the best future for your child. From choosing the right school to preparing for entrance exams, we provide support throughout the entire journey including entrance exam preparation, interview coaching and scholarship applications.

In 2025, Brambletye pupils were offered places and won scholarships to 18 leading schools including Eton, Harrow, Wellington, Winchester, Sevenoaks, Oundle, Charterhouse, Radley, Uppingham and many more.

Discover more about our Destination Schools and how we prepare your child for success.