Bishop Vesey's Grammar School
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, West Midlands · B74 2NH
Across every area Ofsted assesses - quality of education, behaviour, personal development, leadership and the sixth form - Bishop Vesey's Grammar School holds an Outstanding judgement. This selective boys' grammar in Sutton Coldfield draws on a notably diverse intake, with more than a quarter of pupils speaking English as an additional language. With 1,413 boys against a capacity of 1,360, the school is running slightly over its intended size, a sign of sustained demand. It admits 192 boys each year at age 11.
1,413
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
192
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 1,413
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 23.3
- Location
- Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, West Midlands
- Website
- http://www.bvgs.co.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- West Midlands Grammar School Consortium
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 192
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Registration opens
5 May 2026
Registration closesNext
26 June 2026
Exam date
12 September 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
77.1
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
97%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results sit well above the national picture: an Attainment 8 score of 77.1 compares with a national average of 46.9, and 97% of pupils secure grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47%. The sixth form is rated Outstanding in its own right, making this a strong choice for families looking towards demanding A-level study and beyond. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of around 23.3 reflects its large size.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 6.86%
- EHC plans
- 0.5%
- English as additional language
- 26.9%
- Free school meals
- 11.6%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 30 April 2024
The last word
A boys' grammar with Outstanding ratings straight down the line and results among the highest in the country. Entry is via the GL Assessment 11+, so early, focused preparation matters.
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Bishop Vesey's Grammar School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Bishop Vesey's Grammar School located?
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School is located at Lichfield Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 2NH.
What type of school is Bishop Vesey's Grammar School?
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School is a state grammar school in West Midlands.
What subjects does Bishop Vesey's Grammar School test in the 11+?
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does Bishop Vesey's Grammar School use for the 11+?
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the Bishop Vesey's Grammar School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the Bishop Vesey's Grammar School 11+ exam is on 12 September 2026.
How do I apply to Bishop Vesey's Grammar School?
For 2027 entry, registration opens on 5 May 2026, registration closes on 26 June 2026 and the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are Bishop Vesey's Grammar School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, Bishop Vesey's Grammar School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does Bishop Vesey's Grammar School belong to?
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School is part of the West Midlands Grammar School Consortium consortium.
How many places does Bishop Vesey's Grammar School offer?
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School has a published admission number of 192 places.
How many pupils attend Bishop Vesey's Grammar School?
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School has approximately 1,413 pupils on roll.
What is Bishop Vesey's Grammar School's Ofsted rating?
Bishop Vesey's Grammar School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 30 April 2024.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.