Royal High Bath, GDST is a GCSE / A-Level school in Bath, United Kingdom. It serves 600 students for students aged 3–18.
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Location & getting here
Historic city center with significant retail and cultural attractions. Bath is a UNESCO World Heritage site; the school sits in a walkable, prosperous area with tourism and retail activity.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 126 km | ~174 min | BHX — Midlands gateway |
| Heathrow | 132 km | ~182 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| Luton | 148 km | ~202 min | LTN — European and budget carriers |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Day (Years 5-6) | £5,322 | £15,966 |
| Day (Years 7-9) | £6,861 | £20,583 |
| Day (Years 10-11) | £6,991 | £20,973 |
| Day (Years 12-13) | £7,161 | £21,483 |
| Full Boarding (Years 7-9) | £15,414 | £46,242 |
| Full Boarding (Years 10-11) | £15,637 | £46,911 |
| Full Boarding (Years 12-13) | £16,202 | £48,606 |
| Weekly Boarding (Years 7-9) | £13,796 | £41,388 |
| Weekly Boarding (Years 10-11) | £13,993 | £41,979 |
| Weekly Boarding (Years 12-13) | £14,577 | £43,731 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch (Years 5-6) | Per year | £969 |
| Lunch (Years 7-10) | Per year | £1,074 |
| Lunch (Year 11) | Per year | £876 |
| Weekend Activities (Full Boarders Years 7-11) | Per year | £700 |
| Weekend Activities (Full Boarders Years 12-13) | Per year | £420 |
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
Merit-based scholarships (7 types)
ℹ️ This school has not published the exact % fee remission for each award. Ask the admissions team directly — typical independent school scholarships range from 5% to 50% of fees.
About
Royal High Bath, GDST is an academically selective, independent girls' school offering day education from age 3 and boarding from age 11 to 18. Located in Bath, the school provides outstanding academic results and features modern facilities including a Steinway Music School, recording studio, and performing arts theatre. The school emphasizes pastoral care and student wellbeing, with purpose-built boarding houses offering flexi, full, and weekly boarding options.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 7 | CAT4 online test, English writing, interview, reference from current school | Autumn term | Monday 17 November |
| Year 9 | English, Maths, Science, interview, reference from current school | Autumn term | Monday 17 November |
| Year 12 (Sixth Form) | Interview with Head of Sixth Form, reference with predicted GCSE grades | Spring term | Friday 14 November |
How to apply
- Book a school tour or attend taster morning
- Register online via registration form
- Sit entrance assessments
- Attend interview
- Receive offer and pay deposit
- Optionally apply for scholarships (after registration)
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
- Entrance assessment results
- Reference from current school
- For Sixth Form: predicted GCSE grades
Open events
- Taster Mornings throughout the year
- Open House events (May, June 2026)
- Sixth Form Open Evening (19 September 2025)
- Independent Schools Show (November)
Scholarships: Academic and specialist scholarships (Music, Dance, Drama, Sport, Art & Design, Design Technology) available at Years 7, 9 and 12. Candidates must register first, then apply separately.
Admissions contact: [email protected] or 01225 313 877
Registration deadlines for 2026 entry have passed for bursaries. Late entry available in some year groups.
Why Families Choose
- Academic excellence with outstanding GCSE and post-16 results
- Comprehensive boarding programme with flexi, full, and weekly options
- Strong pastoral care and wellbeing focus
- Modern facilities including Steinway Music School
- 24/7 boarding staff supervision
- Leadership development opportunities
Boarding Life
Boarding houses completely refurbished in 2017. Features 24/7 staff supervision, evening and weekend activities programme, common rooms for Years 8-11.
Boarding available in two Houses: School House for Years 7-11 and Gloucester House for Sixth Form. Experienced boarding staff live in the houses alongside girls, providing 24/7 guidance and support. Boarding types include Flexi Boarding, Full Boarding, and Weekly Boarding (Monday to Friday).
Student Life
School House (Years 7-11) and Gloucester House (Sixth Form)
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent