About the school
Bradford Grammar School admits boys and girls, with most pupils joining the Senior School in Year 7 and some joining in Years 8, 9 and 10. Entry to Year 7 is by entrance exams, and the school also has a sixth form.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Sixth form | Yes |
| Fees | £75.00 registration fee |
📅 Open days: The school recommends attending an open event before applying; parents can view the open events page for dates and to book.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Format to confirm |
|---|---|
| Delivery | To be confirmed |
| Subjects tested | Maths, English |
📄 Free Bradford Grammar School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|---|
| Detail | Assisted Places are only available for children entering Year 7. There is no financial assistance for Year 8, 9 or 10, for children starting in the Junior School, or for Junior School pupils moving from Year 6 to Year 7. |
| Ofsted rating | Outstanding |
Key dates
| Registration opens | 1 Sep 2026 |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | 8 Jan 2027 |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
Applications for 2027/28 entry are now open. For Year 7 entry, the Year 7 Assisted Places assessment is on 2026-11-25, the closing date for Assisted Places applications is 2026-11-16, and entrance exams are in the week commencing 2027-01-18; the exact assessment date is advised after the closing date. Results are posted at the start of February and successful candidates are invited to a Taster Day.
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