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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 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
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.
FAQs
What age range does Bromsgrove School cater for?
Bromsgrove accepts students from age 2 in the Pre-Prep through to age 18 in the Senior School Sixth Form. Boarding is available from age 7.
What qualifications can students take in the Senior School?
Students can choose between A Levels, the IB Diploma Programme, or BTECs in Sport and Business. GCSEs are offered as two-year or three-year courses.
How much are the fees?
Termly fees from September 2025 range from GBP 3,918 for Pre-Prep Reception to GBP 18,114 for Senior School full boarding (all inclusive of VAT). Fees include meals.
What boarding options are available?
Weekly and full boarding are available from age 7. Single-sex houses are provided with a co-educational Sixth Form house. All Senior School boarding is en suite. A Guardian Angels service is available during holidays at GBP 55 per night.
How diverse is the student body?
Boarders come from 75 different nationalities. The school also has 178 British Forces boarders, making it one of the most internationally diverse boarding schools in the UK.
What sports are offered?
The school offers 26 different sports and is ranked 5th in the UK for sport. Specialist programmes include a Tennis Academy, Swim Academy, and Racing Car Engineering.
What were the latest 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 students gained their first-choice university place.
What is the admissions process?
Applicants submit a registration form, provide school reports, complete CAT4 testing, and attend an interview. International students also take the Oxford Online English test. Taster days are available.
Are there scholarships available?
Scholarships are available for qualifying students. Families should contact the admissions team directly for details about current eligibility criteria and award values.
What activities are available outside lessons?
The school offers 293 activity options built into the school week, including Saturday activities. These cover sports, performing arts, debating, Model United Nations, and many other interests.
Is there a bus service?
The school does not currently advertise a bus service. The 100-acre campus is located on Worcester Road in Bromsgrove, accessible by road and close to the M5 and M42 motorways.
Is there medical support on site?
Yes, the school has a boarders' clinic staffed by residential nurses, and a doctor is available. Medical support is part of the pastoral care provision.
