Once considered to be the wool capital of the world, Bradford’s rich heritage and thriving multicultural present reflect BGS’s own balance of the traditional and progressive.

About Bradford

Our magnificent 28-acre grounds are situated just two miles from the UNESCO World Heritage site Saltaire, a Victorian model village named after industrialist Sir Titus Salt and the River Aire which flows through its parks. Salts Mill and the nearby Cartwright Hall host unrivalled collections by the globally renowned artist and former BGS pupil, David Hockney.

Bradford is also home to The National Science and Media Museum, which aims to inspire tomorrow’s scientists and engineers. Annual literature, science, and food festivals attract international guest speakers and more than 70,000 attendees a year. This flourishing cultural scene befits Bradford’s status as the world’s first ever UNESCO City of Film, and our ambitious bid to become UK City of Culture 2025 speaks of a confident, vibrant city.

Situated in the Pennine foothills, our unique location offers all the benefits of a major city whilst being next door to truly outstanding countryside. The atmospheric moors of Bronte Country are on our doorstep; Bradford is also the gateway to the Yorkshire Dales and only a two-hour drive to the Lake District, England’s largest natural park. Ancient local market towns, medieval castles, the Victorian spa town of Harrogate, and historic York are also within easy reach.

We welcome applications from all over the world, recognising that students from overseas further enrich our diverse and inclusive school environment.

International Applicants

The application process for an overseas candidate is the same as for a UK-based applicant and we consider applications from students at all entry points.

Applicants are expected to make their own arrangements to secure an approved guardian or family member. In order to cope with both the academic and social aspects of a BGS education, students should be fluent English speakers.

BGS is a Student Visa Sponsor registered with UK Visas and Immigration. Our sponsor licence number is 14HH56Y65. As a student visa sponsor, we can assign ‘Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)’ to international students which enables them to obtain a student visa. Please note that families who require a student visa will be required to demonstrate in their application to the Home Office that they have the requisite funds to pay the school fees.

Please contact our Admissions Manager at [email protected] with any questions you may have, and check out our 360° virtual tour to get a flavour of what BGS is like.