Quick answers about applying, school visits, year groups, English, assessments and individual educational needs.
Yes. We consider applications throughout the year for all year groups, from 18 months to university entry, subject to places being available.
Contact the admissions team to ask about availability for your child’s year group.
Yes. Tell us about your children, your circumstances and when you would like them to start. We can speak by email, phone or video call.
Yes. We would be delighted to arrange a school visit. A visit is optional, so you may also apply immediately if you are ready.
Yes, subject to a place being available. We particularly welcome students planning to remain at BST for the longer term.
Contact the admissions team to ask about availability for your proposed starting date.
We normally welcome students who plan to attend for at least one school year.
Short-term enrolment may be available for a minimum of one school term, subject to availability and approval by the Senior Leadership Team. Required fees must be paid in advance, and students must wear the school uniform.
Please contact us to discuss your circumstances.
Current students receive priority when places are allocated for the following school year. Siblings of current students also receive priority when applying, although priority does not guarantee that a place will be available.
Placement is normally based on age and previous education. If the student is coming from another education system, Admissions will help identify the appropriate year group.
Students joining from 18 months through to Year 3 are not required to speak English when they start. For Year 4 and above, we normally require an English-language assessment.
For Year 4 and above, we normally require an English-language assessment and a cognitive abilities assessment. The parents must pay for the assessments and will receive the assessment reports. The Senior Leadership Team may waive one or both assessments when sufficiently detailed and strong previous school records are available.
The formal application normally requires identification, recent school reports and information about the student’s English level, attendance, severe medical issues the school should be aware of, and any learning or additional support needs.
Yes. BST is a mainstream school, and we consider each student individually. We assess whether we have the staff, facilities and specialist resources needed to provide a suitable education and appropriate support. Some additional provision, such as hiring a dedicated Learning Support Assistant if the school deems it necessary, may need to be paid for by the family.
BST offers personalised teaching, appropriately challenging work, academic competitions, enrichment activities and early examination entry where appropriate.
Current tuition fees, additional costs, payment arrangements and family discounts are available on the School Fees page.
