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Bromsgrove School

United Kingdom, Bromsgrove

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees £12,276 - 56,790
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1600
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1553
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), BTEC Qualification
Typical class size 11
Strengths Sport, Academic Enrichment, Performing Arts
Clubs Lifestyle and Wellbeing, Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative
Stages Early Years, Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form
Introduction

Bromsgrove School is a co-educational day and boarding school in Worcestershire, England, with a history spanning nearly 500 years. The school occupies a 100-acre campus and caters to students from age 2 through to 18 across its Pre-Prep, Prep, and Senior School divisions. Academic pathways include GCSEs, A Levels, the IB Diploma, and BTECs in Sport and Business. Around 600 boarders from 75 nationalities are part of the community. The school ranks 5th in the UK for sport, competing in 26 different sports, and offers 293 activity options. Specialist programmes include a Tennis Academy, Swim Academy, and Racing Car Engineering. The 2025 IB cohort achieved an average score of 39.81 points, and 83% of A Level results were at A*/B grades.

www.bromsgrove-school.co.uk

Worcester Road, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, B61 7DU, England

Vibes and Culture
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The Essentials

Bromsgrove School has 1,600 pupils, typical class sizes of 11, instruction in English.

Location
Bromsgrove School is on Worcester Road in Bromsgrove, a market town in Worcestershire. The campus is within easy reach of Birmingham, which is about 14 miles to the north. The M5 and M42 motorways provide road access, and Bromsgrove railway station is nearby. Birmingham Airport is approximately 20 miles away, making it convenient for international families.

Stages
The school is divided into three sections. The Pre-Prep (ages 2-7) includes nursery and reception. The Prep School (ages 7-13) has over 500 pupils including more than 100 boarders. The Senior School (ages 13-18) offers GCSEs, A Levels, the IB Diploma, and BTECs.

Type
Bromsgrove is a co-educational independent day and boarding school. Boarding is available from age 7 with weekly and full boarding options. The school is a registered charity, and all fees are reinvested into the school.

Pupil Nationality Mix
The boarding community includes students from 75 different nationalities. There are 178 British Forces boarders. The mix of day pupils and boarders from across the world creates a diverse and international environment.

School day structure
The school day includes lessons, activities, and sports sessions. Saturday activities are included in the fee and form part of the weekly programme. There are no exeat weekends, and a full programme of weekend activities runs for boarders.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at Bromsgrove School ranges from GBP 12,276 to GBP 56,790 for 2026/27.

For 2026, Bromsgrove School charges a non-refundable registration fee of GBP 120 for a day place and GBP 240 for a boarding place.

Annual tuition and boarding fees

Pre-Preparatory: Reception is GBP 4,092 per term / GBP 12,276 annually. Years 1–2 are GBP 4,512 per term / GBP 13,536 annually.

Preparatory Years 3–6: Day is GBP 5,898 per term / GBP 17,694 annually; weekly boarding is GBP 8,970 per term / GBP 26,910 annually; full boarding is GBP 12,300 per term / GBP 36,900 annually.

Preparatory Years 7–8: Day is GBP 7,650 per term / GBP 22,950 annually; weekly boarding is GBP 10,866 per term / GBP 32,598 annually; full boarding is GBP 15,174 per term / GBP 45,522 annually.

Senior School: Day is GBP 8,466 per term / GBP 25,398 annually; weekly boarding is GBP 12,546 per term / GBP 37,638 annually; full boarding is GBP 18,930 per term / GBP 56,790 annually.

Deposits and payment terms

Acceptance deposits are GBP 500 for day/Forces boarders, GBP 3,000 for European boarding places, plus GBP 12,775 additional deposit for other non-European boarding places. Fees are billed in three equal instalments and payable by the first day of each term.

Other costs and payment options

Approximate annual costs include uniform GBP 500, sports kit essentials GBP 200, and public exams GBP 600. Payment options include bank transfer, cheque, Flywire, debit/credit card, instalment plan and fees-in-advance scheme. Deposits are refunded after final fees and extras are settled.
Academics

Bromsgrove School teaches British Curriculum, Cambridge IGCSE, Cambridge A Levels, IB (DP), BTEC Qualification for students aged 2 to 18.

Curriculum
The Senior School offers GCSEs as two-year or three-year courses. Sixth formers choose between A Levels (typically three subjects with the option of an Extended Project Qualification), the IB Diploma (six subjects across Higher and Standard Level plus Theory of Knowledge, CAS, and Extended Essay), or BTECs in Sport and Business. The Prep School follows a broad curriculum preparing students for entry into the Senior School.

Exam Results
In 2025, IB students achieved an average score of 39.81 points. At A Level, 83% of grades were A/B and 61% were A/A. 90% of Upper Sixth students gained a place at their first-choice university.

Higher Education Progression
90% of the 2025 Upper Sixth gained their first-choice university place. The school has a dedicated University and Futures team that supports students with applications to universities in the UK and internationally.
Wellbeing
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Parent Experience
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Facilities
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Extra-Curricular Activities
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Languages
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Reputation
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Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit a registration form with the registration fee (GBP 120 for day pupils, GBP 240 for boarding).
2. Provide a current school report from the student's existing school.
3. Complete CAT4 testing as part of the assessment process.
4. International applicants take the Oxford Online English test to demonstrate language proficiency.
5. Attend an interview, which can be conducted in person or online.
6. Day pupils sit entrance examinations. Prep School pupils transfer automatically to the Senior School subject to satisfactory academic and behavioural performance.
7. Taster days and short-term boarding stays are available for families who want to experience the school before committing.

Scholarships
Scholarships are available, though specific details about eligibility criteria and value were not published on the website. Families should contact the admissions team for current scholarship information.
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