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Bristol Grammar School

SeniorCo EdAges 4–18Day1,377 pupils
Day fees
£22,266
How competitive entry is
School Exam + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
1,377
Founded
1532
Next deadline
No dates published
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Open events

Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.

Fees

£12,870per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £12,870VAT status TBC7-year projection £101,651
By entry point · 2026-27
4+£12,870
7+£15,156
11+£22,266
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

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About the head

Teaching of literature and good manners (historical founding purpose)

Head Master of Bristol Grammar School.

To provide an exceptional and rounded education to those who might benefit from it, regardless of their background and financial means.

Kindness, Integrity, Rigour

Activities & co-curricular

sport

Sports

music

Clubs and Enrichment

drama

The Performing Arts

Facilities

sports

Pavilion event space (Failand)Sports CentreFailand Sports Ground (3G artificial pitch – World Rugby Regulation 22 & FIFA Quality certified)Hockey astro turf pitch (Failand)Netball courts – seasonal (Failand)Outdoor cricket nets – seasonal (Failand)

arts

1532 Performing Arts CentreTheatre (retractable seating 245–320)The Mackay Recital Hall (seats 80–100, with balcony, recording studio, band practice room)Dance Studio (sprung floor, floor-to-ceiling windows)Drama Studio1532 Foyer with bar (can serve as art gallery)

academic

Great Hall (650+ sq m, licensed for alcohol and live music, up to 250 guests)Library (open after school until 6pm)

wellbeing

JCR café (breakfast and after-school)Sixth Form café

Where leavers go

5%
to Oxbridge (2025)
2025202420232021
Cohort152
Oxbridge861212
US Ivy0000
Medicine12
Top universities (2025)
University of Oxford
University of Cambridge
University of Bristol
University of Exeter
University of Bath

Recent coverage

In 2024, Bristol Grammar School achieved exceptional academic results. 7, with one student attaining a perfect 45 out of 45, a feat achieved by under 1% of candidates worldwide. In A-Level examinations, 53% of the nearly 500 exams taken received top grades, and over a third of students secured three or more A*/A grades. Notably, 16 students achieved three or more A* grades.

Notable alumni

Sir David Attenborough (broadcaster and natural historian)Sir Cyril Radcliffe (lawyer and chairman of boundary commissions)Sir John Pople (theoretical chemist, Nobel laureate)Sir Jeremy Heywood (civil servant)Sir Michael Redgrave (actor)Sir Richard Eyre (theatre and film director)Sir John Mortimer (barrister and author)Sir John Hicks (economist, Nobel laureate)
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Inspection

Isi 10 May 2023

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Excellent

Term dates 2025-26

autumn4 Sept 202512 Dec 2025Half-term 23 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring6 Jan 20261 Apr 2026Half-term 12 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer21 Apr 20263 Jul 2026Half-term 25 May 2026–29 May 2026

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Are there open days?+

1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

email at headmaster@bgs.bristol.sch.uk or phone on 01179736006. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

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Frequently asked questions

How much are the fees at Bristol Grammar School?
Day fees at Bristol Grammar School range from £12,870 to £22,266 per year.
What ages does Bristol Grammar School take?
Bristol Grammar School takes pupils from age 4 to 18.
Is Bristol Grammar School a day or boarding school?
Bristol Grammar School is a day school.
Is Bristol Grammar School co-educational or single-sex?
Bristol Grammar School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Bristol Grammar School?
Bristol Grammar School is in Bristol, BS8 1SR.

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