How many pupils attend Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School?

Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School has 1,193 pupils on roll.

What ages does Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School take?

Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School admits pupils aged 11 to 18.

How do I apply to Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School?

Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School is a state school. In England you apply through the council where you live, using its common application form, even if the school is in another council area. The national closing date for secondary places is 31 October.

Does Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School have a religious character?

Yes — Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School has a religious character of Church of England. Faith criteria may apply to admissions; check the school's oversubscription policy for details.

How close do you need to live to get into Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School?

Distance is not the main gate at Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School — entry depends on the entrance assessment. Among children who met the standard, the furthest place offered for 2024-25 (Year 7) was 21.674 miles from the school. Living within that distance is not enough on its own, and living beyond it is not necessarily a bar.

What is the largest ethnic background at Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School?

According to the DfE School Census 2025-26, 64.7% of pupils at Bishop Wordsworth's Church of England Grammar School are recorded as White British. The full ethnic breakdown across all groups is available on the Pupils tab.

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How far did offers reach?

21.674miles

was the furthest place offered for 2024-25 (Year 7) — but among children who had already met the entrance standard. Entry here depends on the assessment first; distance only separates candidates who qualify. Living inside that distance is not enough on its own, and living beyond it is not necessarily a bar.

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