How to Apply
to Bradford Grammar School
Apply Online
Applying to the school is an exciting step toward shaping your future, and we’re here to make the process as smooth as possible. Simply follow the steps below to guide you through each stage of the application journey.
Admissions
1. Come and visit
We recommend that you come along to an open event before applying for a place.
View our open events page for dates and to book.
If you would like further information, please contact:
Junior School admissions:
Sarah Lockett on 01274 553713 email [email protected]
Senior School and Sixth Form admissions:
Karen Hewitt on 01274 553702 / 07976 985592 or email [email protected]
2. Submit the online application form
To start the process for entry please submit the application form. Please note there is a card payment of £50 (non-refundable) to be made on completion of this form.
This process starts a school year in advance of the date you wish to apply for your child to join Bradford Grammar School. For example, for entry into Year 6 (Juniors), applications commence when your child is in Year 5. For Year 7 (Seniors) entries, applications commence when your child is in Year 6.
Mid-year applications or applications made outside these timelines are slightly different. Please contact our Admissions Manager for further details [email protected].
3. Entry Assessment Day
Following receipt of the completed application forms an invitation to one of our assessment days will be issued.
Students will be invited into school for a day where they will sit age appropriate assessments. Specimen questions are available on request.
Further details about the key assessment dates can be found below.
4. Outcome
Following the assessment day you will receive a letter informing you of the outcome.
An outcome letter will be sent out within two weeks of your child sitting their entrance exam.
Successful Year 7 candidates will receive an invitation to have a Taster Day in school. This Taster Day gives children an opportunity to meet their future classmates, make friends and see what BGS has to offer.
Applications for 2025/26 entry are now open.
Please note there is no financial assistance for children starting in the Junior School or for Junior School pupils moving from Year 6 to 7, and for those applying for entry into Years 8, 9 or 10.
Parents will receive information confirming assessment dates and other details, shortly after the relevant closing date for each year group.
Assessment results are mailed out within a fortnight of your child’s visit.
Key Assessment Dates
Come along to an Open Event
An informal day that gives prospective parents and children a fantastic insight into life at BGS.
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