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Bromsgrove School

United Kingdom, Bromsgrove

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees £11,754 - 54,342
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1600
Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1553
Bus Service No
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.

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

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.

Fees

Annual tuition at Bromsgrove School ranges from GBP 11,754 to GBP 54,342 for 2026/27.

Termly Tuition Fees (from September 2025, inclusive of VAT)

Pre-Preparatory
- Reception: GBP 3,918 per term
- Years 1-2: GBP 4,320 per term

Preparatory School (Years 3-6)
- Day: GBP 5,646 per term
- Weekly Boarder: GBP 8,586 per term
- Full Boarder: GBP 11,772 per term

Preparatory School (Years 7-8)
- Day: GBP 7,320 per term
- Weekly Boarder: GBP 10,398 per term
- Full Boarder: GBP 14,520 per term

Senior School
- Day: GBP 8,100 per term
- Weekly Boarder: GBP 12,006 per term
- Full Boarder: GBP 18,114 per term

Application Fees
- Registration Fee: GBP 120 (day) or GBP 240 (boarding)

Deposits
- Acceptance Deposit: GBP 500 (day/Forces boarders) to GBP 12,095 (non-European boarders)
- Deposits are refundable after the final term's fees are settled

Additional Costs
- Music lessons: GBP 30.75 to GBP 41.00 per lesson
- Instrument hire: GBP 38.50 per term
- Pre-Prep aftercare: GBP 9.00 per hour

Fees include lunch for day pupils and all meals for boarders. Direct debit payment is available at no additional charge.
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

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Each student has a personal tutor who provides pastoral support. The school's core values of humility, compassion, respect, and tolerance underpin its approach to student welfare. Boarding houses have residential staff who are on hand to support students.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Given the school's internationally diverse student body (75 nationalities), support for students with English as an additional language is part of the school's provision. The Oxford Online English test is required at admissions to assess English proficiency.

Mental Wellbeing

The school has a boarders' clinic with residential nurses and a doctor available on site. Personal tutors provide a first line of pastoral support. The school's emphasis on a busy activities programme and strong house system aims to support student wellbeing.

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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