Sir Thomas Rich’s School to switch from GL to FSCE for September 2028 entry
24 August 2026 · The ElevenReady Team
Parents looking ahead to Gloucestershire grammar-school applications should note a confirmed admissions change at Sir Thomas Rich’s School.
According to ElevenReady’s verified school directory, the school, which is part of the G7 group of grammar schools in Gloucestershire, is moving from GL to FSCE for September 2028 entry.
The directory update states: “The grammar schools in Gloucestershire are delighted to be working with the Future Stories Community Enterprise (FSCE) to provide the entrance test to be completed in July 2027 for entry in September 2028.”
In practical terms, this means the change affects children who will sit the entrance test in 2027 for a Year 7 place starting in September 2028. For families planning well in advance, it is an important shift because preparation for an FSCE-style assessment may differ from preparation aimed at GL papers.
At this stage, the key confirmed point is the change of test provider. Parents should avoid assuming that older GL-based materials will fully match the format for this cohort.
What parents should do now
- Check your child’s intended entry year so you know whether this change applies to your family.
- Review your preparation plan early if your child is aiming for September 2028 entry.
- Keep an eye on official school and consortium information for any further detail on the FSCE test structure and arrangements.
This is a particularly relevant update for families in Gloucestershire because exam-provider changes can affect both the style of questions pupils see and the kind of preparation that is most useful.