Bishop Vesey's Grammar School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into Bishop Vesey's Grammar School
Gender
Exam Board
GL Assessment
Places (Year 7)
192
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
23.3:1
StretchedAbout Bishop Vesey's Grammar School
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School is a vibrant Sutton Coldfield institution where pupils develop into confident, articulate young people equipped to thrive beyond the classroom. The teaching here is often inspirational, with staff building carefully on what students already know and placing strong emphasis on oracy—pupils can discuss complex ideas with impressive fluency and respect for one another's perspectives. All students study two modern foreign languages, including the option of Mandarin Chinese, reflecting the school's commitment to a rich, well-rounded education. The co-curricular programme is exceptional, featuring everything from astrophysics club to Catalan language sessions, with leaders ensuring every pupil can participate fully.
Subjects Tested
Ages & Pupils
1,413
Total pupils
Ofsted Rating
Outstanding
Overall effectiveness
Inspected 30/04/2024
Quality of Education
OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes
OutstandingPersonal Development
OutstandingLeadership & Management
OutstandingSixth Form Provision
OutstandingAcademic Performance
Attainment 8
77.1
Average GCSE score across 8 subjects
GCSE Grade 5+
97.4%
Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths
School Profile
Admissions
Student Demographics
11.6%
Free School Meals
26.9%
English as Additional Language
0.5%
EHCP
6.86%
SEN Support