Bury Grammar Schools
Bury, Lancashire · BL9 0HN
AAB+ A-level
20.9%
9–7 GCSE
46.9%
Day fees
£13k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Bury Grammar Schools is a large, coeducational all-through independent school in Greater Manchester serving ages 3–18 across pre-school, primary, and senior divisions. The school emphasises academic excellence, enrichment, and pastoral care within a contemporary independent setting. Known for competitive examination results and a breadth of co-curricular provision including music, drama, sport, and the Combined Cadet Force, BGS positions itself as a high-performing alternative to selective state provision in the region.
- →All-through education from pre-school through sixth form in one cohesive setting
- →Consistently strong GCSE and A-level results with structured progression pathways
- →Broad enrichment offer including music, drama, CCF, Duke of Edinburgh, and World Challenge expeditions
- →Day-school model convenient for working families in Greater Manchester and Lancashire
Who thrives here
Academically capable pupils seeking a structured, supportive environment with strong extra-curricular breadth. The all-through model particularly suits families wanting continuity and stability from early years through sixth form.
Strengths at a glance
Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.
At a glance
Contact & visit
Tenterden Street
Bury, Lancashire
BL9 0HN
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Victoria Wood
Acclaimed British comedian, actress, singer, and writer
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Bury Grammar Schools?
Day fees at Bury Grammar Schools are approximately £12,600 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Bury Grammar Schools?
Bury Grammar Schools admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Bury Grammar Schools's exam results?
At Bury Grammar Schools, 20.9% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 46.9% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Bury Grammar Schools a boarding school?
Bury Grammar Schools is a day school in Bury and does not offer boarding.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic results and structured progression from pre-school through sixth form
✓Comprehensive enrichment and co-curricular breadth (music, drama, sport, CCF, expeditions)
✓Accessible fees relative to top independent schools; active bursary and scholarship schemes
✓Pastoral care and inclusive ethos across all year groups
✓Convenient all-through model reducing transition disruption
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted; no external quality assurance summary available for prospective parents
!Large cohort size (1,355 pupils) may reduce individual attention compared to smaller independents