International Students

A Global Learning Community

At Bredon School, we welcome students from over a wide range of countries into our warm, supportive community.

We offer a traditional English boarding school experience with a modern, inclusive approach – featuring small class sizes, a broad curriculum and a rich programme of extracurricular activities, cultural trips and weekend excursions.

Our students thrive in an environment that values individuality, encourages confidence and provides a world-class education in the heart of the British countryside.

English Language Support (EAL)

We are proud to support international students whose first language is not English. Our dedicated English as an Additional Language (EAL) programme includes:

Tailored support for academic success across the curriculum
Qualifications such as IGCSE, KEY, PET, FCE and IELTS
One-to-one or small-group sessions as required
Flexible timetables to suit individual learning needs

Whether preparing for GCSEs, A Levels or university entry, we ensure students have the language skills and confidence to succeed.

How to Apply – International Admissions

We require:

Recent school reports
Any relevant assessments (eg Educational Psychologist reports, if applicable)

Our process includes:

Review by our Admissions Panel and Director of Learning Development (for students with additional needs)
A completed application form and registration fee
A virtual interview with the Headmaster via Google Meet

Offers are made after a successful interview and review.

Visa Sponsorship & Tier 4 Support

Bredon School holds a Tier 4 Sponsor Licence with UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI). This allows us to issue a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), required for a UK student visa application.

For up-to-date visa information, we recommend families and agents visit
www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa

Guardianship Requirement

All international students must have a UK-based guardian who will:

Provide emergency accommodation if needed
Host students during half-term breaks and exeats
Attend school meetings and act as a link between family and school
Maintain regular contact with parents and Bredon staff

If you don’t have a guardian in place, we can recommend reputable agencies to support you.

Working with Educational Agents

We are proud to collaborate with a network of approved educational agents worldwide. If you are a BBSN-approved agent and would like to partner with Bredon School, please get in touch.

Fees & Deposit

A refundable deposit of £7,250 is required for all non-UK resident students. This is held securely and offset against the final invoice when the student leaves.

Join Our International Community

At Bredon, international students are fully integrated into school life – forming friendships, exploring new interests and growing in confidence.

We look forward to welcoming your family to Bredon School.

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