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Bristol Grammar School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Bristol, South West.
It has 336 students from age 4-18 yr.
Tuition fee £3,127 to £3,675 for the highest grade offered.
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Ex Spinis Uvas, which translates to "Grapes From Thorns," is the school's slogan and a pun on the names of its founders.
The School relocated to Unity Street in 1767 after leaving its initial site at St. Bartholomew's Hospital, close to the bottom of the Christmas Steps, and then to Tyndalls Park in 1879.
The Preparatory School was founded in 1900, and in 1928 it moved into its own facility on Elton Road. However, during the night of November 24, 1940, incendiary bombs destroyed this structure along with most of Bristol.
Under the direction of Headmaster John Garrett, the Elton Road ruin was reconstructed as classrooms, and the Prep Hall, which had survived, became the Mackay Theatre.
The magnificent sports fields are complemented by the Don Pople Pavilion, which was finished in 2008. The Failand property also has a low ropes course and woodland for Forest School activities.
In 1979, BGS achieved independence after the direct grant system was abolished.
After allowing girls to enrol in the sixth form for the preceding two years, the school officially became coeducational in 1980.
With the opening of the Infant School in 2010, the School's growth has continued.
Over 1200 students, ages 418 and up, attend Bristol Grammar School today, a successful, contemporary, coeducational day school with a joyful and active community.
If you're interested in learning more about BGS's past, you may purchase Professor Keith Robbins' Pride of Place, a contemporary history of the institution, from the school for $15. (plus p&p).
Researching Old Bristolians who served in the First World War is also a current effort being supervised by Anne Bradley, our school's archivist.
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The School relocated to Unity Street in 1767 after leaving its initial site at St. Bartholomew's Hospital, close to the bottom of the Christmas Steps, and then to Tyndalls Park in 1879.
The Preparatory School was founded in 1900, and in 1928 it moved into its own facility on Elton Road. However, during the night of November 24, 1940, incendiary bombs destroyed this structure along with most of Bristol.
Under the direction of Headmaster John Garrett, the Elton Road ruin was reconstructed as classrooms, and the Prep Hall, which had survived, became the Mackay Theatre.
The magnificent sports fields are complemented by the Don Pople Pavilion, which was finished in 2008. The Failand property also has a low ropes course and woodland for Forest School activities.
In 1979, BGS achieved independence after the direct grant system was abolished.
After allowing girls to enrol in the sixth form for the preceding two years, the school officially became coeducational in 1980.
With the opening of the Infant School in 2010, the School's growth has continued.
Over 1200 students, ages 418 and up, attend Bristol Grammar School today, a successful, contemporary, coeducational day school with a joyful and active community.
If you're interested in learning more about BGS's past, you may purchase Professor Keith Robbins' Pride of Place, a contemporary history of the institution, from the school for $15. (plus p&p).
Researching Old Bristolians who served in the First World War is also a current effort being supervised by Anne Bradley, our school's archivist.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - | - |
| Age range | 4-18 | 3-18 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | £3,127 to £3,675 | £1,755 to £5,510 | £3,775 to £9,300 |
Secondary Exam Result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 16.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 27.6% | 32.7% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 38.55% | 45.2% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 17.9% | 24.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.98% | 12.93% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.88% | 17.08% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.45 | 2.69 | 2.96 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 85.1% | 90.41% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 116 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 81.63% | 86.28% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.23% | 34.06% |
| School sixth forms | - | 27.67% | 30.68% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 10.23% | 10.44% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.6% | 11.12% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.5% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 1.7% | 2.15% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 16.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 23.9% | 29.2% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 36.62% | 43.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 21.28% | 25.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 7.87% | 11.41% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 11.36% | 16.42% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.83 | 2.61 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 85.04% | 90.21% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 111 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 77.73% | 84.05% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.5% | 33.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 26.92% | 31.08% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 8.62% | 8.48% |
| Other education destinations | - | 13.92% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.38% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.92% | 2.77% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 36.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 26.92% | 29.12% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 39.89% | 42.55% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.89% | 24.65% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.64% | 11.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.78% | 15.92% |
| EBacc average points score | 1.65 | 2.81 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 72.72% | 84.86% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 107 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 58.08% | 73.89% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.64% | 28.38% |
| School sixth forms | - | 24.88% | 31.43% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 7.32% | 9.11% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.16% | 5.91% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.52% | 2.97% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.16% | 2.07% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 28.41% | 29.45% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 40.47% | 43.01% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.21% | 25.18% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 11.12% | 14.63% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.24% | 16.18% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 79.38% | 85.18% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 110 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 53.71% | 58.14% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.86% | 30.59% |
| School sixth forms | - | 28.57% | 32.04% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 6.1% | 9.01% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.62% | 5.68% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.48% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.86% | 2.46% |
A level exam result
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 47.71 | 36.92 | 33.36 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 47.4 | 36.02 | 32.43 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 49.2% | 25.58% | 17.63% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 306 | 249 |
| Students staying in education | - | 48.31% | 60.59% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.38% | 4.98% |
| Students entering employment | - | 23.54% | 17.76% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 12.31% | 10.71% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 40.93 4 | 32.09 | 29.34 |
| Average grade | B | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 39.95 5 | 32.14 | 28.6 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 29.0% | 20.43% | 12.99% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 331 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 46.55% | 57.23% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4.55% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 34.73% | 21.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.91% | 8.81% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 44.65 1 | 33 | 28.97 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.59 1 | 33.15 | 28.76 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 42.0% | 19.86% | 13.27% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 6 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 62.45% | 31.71% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.27% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 17.09% | 15.82% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 7.18% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 45.6 | 28.36 | 26.71 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.83 | 29.99 | 27.74 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 50.0% | 17.62% | 12.59% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 77.7% | 36.45% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 3.4% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 28% | 20.08% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 5.4% | 4.25% |
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Holidays 2023/24
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 23rd Oct 2023 - 27th Oct 2023 |
| Winter Holidays | 18th Dec 2023 - 1st Jan 2024 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 12th Feb 2024 - 16th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Holidays | 29th Mar 2024 - 12th Apr 2024 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 27th May 2024 - 31st May 2024 |
| Summer Holidays | 24th Jul 2024 - 30th Aug 2024 |
Terms Dates 2023/24
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 1st Sep 2023 - 22nd Oct 2023 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 28th Oct 2023 - 17th Dec 2023 |
| Spring Term | 2nd Jan 2024 - 11th Feb 2024 |
| Spring Term-2 | 17th Feb 2024 - 28th Mar 2024 |
| Summer Term | 13th Apr 2024 - 26th May 2024 |
| Summer Term-2 | 1st Jun 2024 - 23rd Jul 2024 |
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