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Scholarships

Scholarships at QEH Bristol At QEH, we believe exceptional talent and potential deserve to be recognised and nurtured. Our scholarship programme celebrates outstanding potential across academics, the arts, and sport, offering pupils a tailored path to excel and contribute to our school community. Available QEH Scholarships by Entry Year We offer a range of specialist [...]

Scholarships at QEH Bristol

At QEH, we believe exceptional talent and potential deserve to be recognised and nurtured. Our scholarship programme celebrates outstanding potential across academics, the arts, and sport, offering pupils a tailored path to excel and contribute to our school community.

Available QEH Scholarships by Entry Year

We offer a range of specialist pathways designed to recognise potential, and to inspire and challenge pupils:

Year 7 and Year 9 Entry: Academic, Music, and Sport Scholarships.
Year 12 (Sixth Form) Entry: Academic, Art, Drama, Music, Product Design, and Sport Scholarships.
Scholarship awards at QEH are honorary and come with an annual financial grant to help pupils invest directly in their passions, whether that means specialist coaching, masterclasses, or high-level equipment.
We are equally committed to ensuring a QEH education remains accessible. Families seeking financial support can apply for our means-tested financial assistance (bursaries), which offer up to 100% fee coverage from Year 7 onwards. Read more about means-tested financial assistance at QEH.

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Scholarship Grants at a Glance

In addition to dedicated mentoring and extension opportunities, all QEH scholars receive an annual grant once enrolled:

Year 7 & Year 9 Scholars: £200 per year to support talent development.
Sixth Form (Year 12) Scholars: £250 per year to further advanced studies or pursuits.

Please note: Scholarships provide honorary recognition and grant funding rather than tuition fee reductions. Fee support is managed separately through our comprehensive means tested financial assistance programme.

Scholarships in detail

Academic 11+ & 13+

11+ and 13+ Academic Scholarships

Awarded based on a boy’s performance in the 11+ and 13+ entrance examination. Every candidate who sits the entrance examination is automatically entered for an academic scholarship. It is based on exceptional entrance examination results and potential shown in interview.

They will be expected to contribute to the academic life of the school throughout their time at QEH.

After the entrance testing dates have passed, applicants that have performed at scholarship level will be contacted by the admissions team.

Music 11+ & 13+

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11+ and 13+ Music Scholarships

Awarded for able musicians at 11+ and 13+. We look for all-round musical talent and potential. Applicants must be at least Grade 3 (for 11+) and Grade 5 (for 13+) on one of their instruments, in addition to demonstrating sound academic performance in the entrance examinations.

The audition will consist of a performance and interview. Applications must be made by the deadline. Two references should also be included, one of which must be a current music teacher. Candidates will be invited to audition.

Sport 11+ & 13+

Why Sport Matters in Junior Schools Building Confidence and Character

11+ and 13+ Sports Scholarships

Awarded for talented sportsmen joining at Year 7 and Year 9. We are looking for all-round sporting ability and potential. It is likely that they will play sport for a local club and may be playing at or working towards county or Avon schools level in one or two of the main sports of the school — rugby, football and cricket — in addition to demonstrating sound academic performance in the entrance examinations.

Applicants will need to show an ability to learn and a willingness to further their sporting career. They will complete a series of fitness and skill tests and take part in an interview with a member of the Sports department. Applications must be made by the deadline. Two references should also be included.

Sixth Form

Sixth Form Scholarships

Sixth Form scholarships are available for students of exceptional talent.

All candidates for scholarships will be tested by interviews and, in some cases, a practical assessment. Interviews will be conducted by the relevant Head of Department and Senior Staff. Awards will be made on the basis of these assessments and are conditional on the candidate achieving specified grades at GCSE level.

Existing QEH pupils will be eligible to apply as long as they are not already in receipt of a scholarship. Internal candidates will be subject to the same assessment procedure as external candidates.

Scholarships may be offered in: Art · Arts and Social Sciences · Drama · Languages (Ancient and Modern) · Literature · Maths · Music · Science (including Computer Science) · Sport

To be considered for the award of a Sixth Form academic scholarship, candidates must be predicted to achieve grade 8 or higher in the relevant subject.

Senior

Autumn Term 2026
Senior School Sports Open Evening	Friday 18 September 2026
Senior School Open Morning	Saturday 3 October 2026
Taster Mornings	October 2026 - January 2027
Closing Date for Sport and Music Scholarship Applications	Friday 13 November 2026
Year 9 Sport Scholarship Assessments	Wednesday 25 November 2026
Year 7 Sport Scholarship Assessments	Thursday 26 November 2026
Spring Term 2027
Financial Assistance Application Deadline for Sept 2027 Entry	Tuesday 5 January 2027
Music Scholarship Assessments	Wednesday 6 January 2027
Closing Date for Year 7 Applications	Tuesday 12 January 2027
Entrance Examinations for Year 7 and Year 9	Saturday 9 and 16 January 2027
Offers of places made	Friday 29 January 2027
Senior School Open Morning	Friday 5 March 2027

Sixth Form

Autumn Term 2026
Sixth Form Open Evening	Wednesday 14 October 2026
Taster Mornings	November 2026 (Dates TBC)
Sixth Form scholarship and application deadline	Friday 4 December 2026
Spring Term 2027
Sixth Form Interviews	January 2027 (Dates TBC)
Offers of places made	Week Commencing Monday 1 February 2027

Autumn 2026 Open Events

Discover all that QEH has to offer at one of our upcoming open events in September and October. They cover Sport, Junior School, Senior School and our Sixth Form.

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You run a remarkable school with an ethic that is truly unique. It shines through in each and every boy. There’s something in the way the teachers know every boy’s talent and in the way the boys support each other (while also embracing real competition!) that’s just remarkable.

Esther, Parent

Queen Elizabeth’s Hospital,
Berkeley Place,
Clifton, Bristol BS8 1JX

QEH Junior School
9 Upper Berkeley Place
Clifton, Bristol BS8 1JS

QEH School Sports Ground
Clevedon Road
Failand
Bristol
BS8 3TN

West End Car Park
Jacob’s Wells Rd
Clifton
Bristol
BS8 1EH

Parking is available in the NCP West End car park across the road. Public bus services stop regularly at the nearby Triangle.

Head’s Welcome

‘‘The school gets boys. It’s the way the teachers talk to the boys. And if there is anything, it’s dealt with straight away.” Current Parent

“Children are stretched because the teaching can be individualised to suit the needs of every boy.” Year 6 Parent

“The nurturing environment that QEH provides has enabled him to settle in so much faster than we ever expected.” Year 5 parent

We believe in the importance of the Creative Arts

“Nothing’s uncool – at QEH, he’s involved in stuff he would never have done before, he always held back before saying something wasn’t cool.” Current Parent

QE Award

The Extended Day

Head’s Welcome

We believe that, in the earlier years of school, boys learn best this way.

We aim to produce young adults who are well-educated not just well-qualified. Small classes, a positive work ethic and teachers with a real passion for their subject create a learning environment where students are stretched, not stressed.

We’ll give you lots of freedom and independence but we also recognise there may be times when you need support. If you do, we’ll be there to help.

From the outside QEH may appear daunting, especially for new boys to the school. On the inside, however, it is a totally different story.

Year 9 is distinctly defined at QEH, being between the Lower and Middle School and offering boys unique challenges and opportunities.

The transition through the Middle School is a pivotal period between the early years of secondary school and university preparation in the Sixth Form.

Medical and Health

Our contract caterers, Holroyd Howe, provide first-class lunches for our pupils. These offer a healthy, balanced, nutritious diet each day for our pupils. Holroyd Howe also provide excellent breakfasts, which are available for pupils to purchase, and catering for special functions.

QEH cares about the way our students develop as human beings. All pupils in Years 7 to 10 take part in an exciting and meaningful programme that ensures our students are equipped to live a responsible and fulfilling life.

Sport

The Performing Arts flourish at QEH.

Music is at the heart of school life at QEH and plays a key role both socially and academically. Our aim is to offer everyone the opportunity to get involved in the many varied musical activities we provide.

With our dedicated music studio, we offer workshops for pupils to learn the basics of how to use a recording studio and also give them the opportunity to record their own ensembles or solo performances.

QEH Theatre is a striking modern building, with a comfortable three-sided auditorium seating 220, creating an intimate and dynamic atmosphere.

Sometimes students learn as much out of the classroom as in it.

In recent years the programme for Outdoor Pursuits has become a special strength of the school.

QEH prides itself on the range of activities it provides, reflecting the wide interests and talents of the pupils and the commitment of the staff.

QEH prides itself on offering a comprehensive range of trips and educational visits, designed both to enhance the pupils’ learning and stimulate their inquisitiveness.

We are delighted that our pupils have been successful in their efforts to gain top GCSE grades after 18 months of Covid-related disruption to learning. This year’s exam success is a result of the pupils’ commitment to learning, ably supported by both teachers and parents.

Welcome to Sixth Form

Your time in the Sixth Form provides the foundation for the rest of your life.

Whether you want to do some reading, focus on that all-important essay, or relax and catch up with your friends, the purpose-built Sixth Form centre ticks all the boxes.

Currently Sixth Form students are expected to study four A-level subjects in Year 12 and then complete full A-levels by continuing with at least three of these.

Your success in the wider world after school depends in part on your ability to take responsibility, be proactive, learn from your mistakes, and work alongside others to make things happen.

We’ll give you lots of freedom and independence but we also recognise there may be times when you need support. If you do, we’ll be there to help.

Sometimes students learn as much out of the classroom as in it.

Sport

In Sixth Form, there are many opportunities to be involved in Music and Drama.

Rupert Heathcote, Head at QEH, has today paid tribute to the students and staff at QEH for their hard work over the last two years.

One of the most important features of the Sixth Form at QEH is how it prepares its students for Higher Education and beyond.

Queen Elizabeth’s Hospital was founded in 1590 as a ‘hospital or place for the bringing up of poor children or orphans being men children as such shall be born in the city of Bristol…’

The Friends of QEH is an active group of teachers and parents who help to build the school community from Juniors right through to Sixth Form.

The Next Ten Years

Inspection Reports – Independent Schools Inspectorate

PDF versions of our policies and documents, which are available to parents of current and prospective pupils, can be downloaded below.

Our FAQ page addresses a variety of common questions about QEH and related topics.

The School is fortunate in having well-qualified and committed Staff and Governors.

Sustainability at QEH

Inspection Reports

QEH is located in Berkeley Place, Clifton. The Junior School can be found at 9 Upper Berkeley Place, in the terrace of Georgian houses behind the QEH Senior School building.

When there are vacancies at QEH, full details of the position and the application procedure will be available below.

There is a regular QEH podcast, the place to find out more about the school and to connect with staff, pupils and parents at a deeper level.

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Why QEH

Beyond QEH

Parents & Students

Prospectus

Scholarships at QEH Bristol

Available QEH Scholarships by Entry Year

Scholarship Grants at a Glance

Scholarships in detail

Academic 11+ & 13+

Music 11+ & 13+

Sport 11+ & 13+

Sixth Form

Senior

Sixth Form

Autumn 2026 Open Events