About the school
Bedford Girls' School is an independent school for girls aged 7-18. The school is located on Cardington Road, Bedford, and its senior admissions process includes short online cognitive ability tests and an informal interview.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Girls |
|---|---|
| Age range | 7-18 |
| Headteacher | Gemma Gibson |
| Sixth form | Yes |
| Fees | £150 registration fee (including VAT, non-refundable) |
📅 Open days: The admissions section lists October Open Morning, Sixth Form Open Evening and November Open Morning.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Format to confirm |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Computer-based |
| Subjects tested | Cognitive ability tests |
📄 Free Bedford Girls' School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | To be confirmed |
|---|
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
For entry in September 2027, the registration form was to be completed by Tuesday 1st December 2026, with late registrations possible; assessment procedure started early in the Spring Term. Year 7 assessment days for September 2027 entry were Tuesday 5th, Wednesday 6th and Thursday 7th January 2027.
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