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Cottesmore School

A co-educational prep and pre-prep school in West Sussex for ages 4–13, with day places and boarding provision.

What to know

The age range includes pre-prep. Boarding starts later, so families should discuss the appropriate provision for their child’s year group. This is a factual profile, not a ranking of educational quality.

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Research checked 2 November 2026. This profile is based on published sources and awaits human editorial review.

At a glance

Location
Buchan Hill, Pease Pottage, West Sussex, RH11 9AU
Day or boarding
Day, Boarding
School stage
Pre-prep, Prep
School type
Co-educational
Sport
Football, Rugby, Hockey, Cricket, Netball, Swimming, Tennis, Golf
Extracurricular interest
Chess, Fishing, Ballet and jazz dance

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Age range
4–13; boarding from age 7

Beyond the classroom / In Focus

Sport in Focus

The school's published programme lists football, rugby, hockey, cricket and netball alongside swimming, tennis and golf. It describes inter-school fixtures across a range of sports.

Published examples, not guaranteed access for every age group. Confirm the current programme and team-selection arrangements.

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Source checked: 2 November 2026

Beyond the classroom / In Focus

Extracurricular in Focus

The activity links on the school's sports page include chess, fishing, and ballet and jazz dance, alongside its wider sporting programme.

Confirm current clubs, eligibility, timetable and any additional charges directly with the school.

Read the school’s published information →
Source checked: 2 November 2026

Questions for your school visit

  • Which activities can my child join at their age and experience level?
  • What is included in the fees, and what costs extra?
  • How are beginners supported alongside competitive pupils?
  • Do fixtures or clubs clash with transport, boarding or outside commitments?

These are prompts for your visit, not claims about this school.

Before you enquire

Confirm current availability, prices and suitability directly with the business. AI-assisted research from public sources. Human editorial review status is shown below; this listing is not an endorsement or a quality rating.

Research source: Official business website
Source checked:2 November 2026. Editorial review: Pending human review.

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