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The Blue Coat School Birmingham
Independent school · Birmingham
| Address | Somerset Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B17 0HR |
|---|---|
| Ages | 3–11 |
| Pupils | 709 |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Boarding | No boarders |
| Religious character | Church of England |
| Phone | 01214106800 |
| Website | https://www.thebluecoatschool.com |
Term dates
Source: school website · checked 2026-10-16
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2026-27
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Michaelmas 1 | Thu 3 Sep 2026 | Fri 16 Oct 2026 |
| Michaelmas 2 | Mon 2 Nov 2026 | Fri 11 Dec 2026 |
| Lent 1 | Tue 5 Jan 2027 | Fri 12 Feb 2027 |
| Lent 2 | Mon 22 Feb 2027 | Thu 25 Mar 2027 |
| Trinity 1 | Wed 14 Apr 2027 | Fri 28 May 2027 |
| Trinity 2 | Mon 7 Jun 2027 | Fri 9 Jul 2027 |
INSET days: Tue 1 Sep 2026, Wed 2 Sep 2026, Mon 4 Jan 2027, Fri 29 Jan 2027
Half-term holidays given as ranges; periods end the last weekday before the holiday and restart on the stated 'Second Half Term begins' date. Trinity term ends 11.45am on 9 July. Bank holiday Monday 3 May.
2027-28
| Term | Starts | Ends |
|---|---|---|
| Michaelmas 1 | Mon 6 Sep 2027 | Fri 15 Oct 2027 |
| Michaelmas 2 | Mon 1 Nov 2027 | Wed 15 Dec 2027 |
| Lent 1 | Wed 5 Jan 2028 | Fri 11 Feb 2028 |
| Lent 2 | Mon 21 Feb 2028 | Fri 31 Mar 2028 |
| Trinity 1 | Mon 24 Apr 2028 | Fri 26 May 2028 |
| Trinity 2 | Mon 5 Jun 2028 | Wed 12 Jul 2028 |
INSET days: Thu 2 Sep 2027, Fri 3 Sep 2027, Tue 4 Jan 2028, Fri 28 Jan 2028
Half-term holidays given as ranges; periods end the last weekday before the holiday and restart on the stated 'Second Half Term begins' date. Trinity term ends 11.45am on 12 July. Bank holiday Monday 1 May.
Fees
Fees per term (including VAT).
| Year group | Fee |
|---|---|
| Nursery (3-4 Years, Full-Time) per annum | £12,318.00 |
| Reception (turn 5 between 1 April and 31 August) per annum | £13,723.00 |
| Reception (turn 5 between 1 January and 31 March) | £14,852.40 |
| Reception (turn 5 between 1 September and 31 December) | £15,888.60 |
| Pre-Prep Year 1 and Year 2 (inc VAT) per term | £5,673.00 |
| Prep Year 3 to Year 6 (inc VAT) per term | £6,840.00 |
Deposit: £1,000.00
Academic year not stated. Nursery and Reception fees are annual figures split into three termly invoices; Pre-Prep and Prep are per term. Fees for children above age 4 are subject to VAT. £500 of the deposit is deducted from the first invoice; £500 held until the child leaves. Sibling discount 5% (2nd), 10% (3rd+). Breakfast Club £4 per day.
Source: school fees page
Admissions
Entry points: Nursery, Year 3
Apply within the child's first month for Nursery (age 3); children attend a Nursery Readiness Evaluation in the preceding autumn. Year 3 (7+) entry is academically selective: maths and English tests on 30 January 2027, then a meeting with senior leaders. A £1,000 deposit secures a place. Other years by waiting list.
- Nursery Readiness Evaluation
- 7+ exam (maths and English)
- Parent meeting with Senior Leadership Team
Registration deadline: Fri 22 Jan 2027
Open events: Open Morning Sat 16 Jan 2027
Offers scholarships and bursaries.
Source: school admissions page
School details from the Department for Education's register (Open Government Licence). Term dates from the school's own published calendar; always confirm with the school.