Who is the headteacher of Bishop Vesey's Grammar School?

Dominic has been the Headteacher of Bishop Vesey's Grammar School since September 2012. He studied at History BA(Hons) at Durham University, and stayed on to study for a PGCE in History and Religious Education.

Did the church set up Bishop Vesey school?

After ordination he was appointed Rector of St Mary's Church, Chester. In 1527 he founded a grammar school for boys in Sutton Coldfield, which survives today as Bishop Vesey's Grammar School. Vesey became a friend of Thomas Wolsey who was also educated at Magdalen College.

Is Bishop Vesey a grammar school?

Bishop Vesey's Grammar School (BVGS) is a selective state grammar school with academy status in Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands.

What grades do you need to get into Bishop Vesey sixth form?

Admissions Criteria Admission to the Sixth Form is based on performance in a student's best 6 GCSE subjects plus GCSE English Language and Mathematics (throughout this document this is referred to as 'Best 8'). We will admit students who have achieved 52 points or higher.

What is the minimum score for Bishop Vesey?

The school's qualifying score for admission is 205. This is the minimum standardised score that makes applicants eligible for a place.

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What do you need to get into Bishop Vesey?

We will admit students who have achieved 52 points or higher in their 'Best 8. ' Students need to achieve the minimum of a 5 in English Language and Mathematics GCSE, and a minimum of a 7 in the subjects (or equivalents eg In the cases of Economics and Computer Science, we will take the GCSE Mathematics grade.

Who is the deputy head of Bishop Vesey's?

Our Year 11 students have been intelligently led by Head of Year, Mr Tom Williams and Mr Dave Goodwin, Deputy Headteacher i/c KS4 and well- supported by an excellent staff, parent and governing body.

Is Bishop Vesey a private school?

A state school for boys aged from 11 to 18. Ofsted: Latest Overall effectiveness Outstanding.

When was Bishop Vesey grammar school built?

Bishop Vesey's Grammar School was founded in 1527 by John Harman (otherwise known as Vesey) a native of Sutton Coldfield (born around 1462, died also at Sutton Coldfield in 1554).

Where did Bishop Vesey live?

He finally retired to Sutton Coldfield in 1551, and lived at Moor Hall, the house he had built in 1527. He died here in 1554.

Where is Bishop Vesey buried?

Bishop Vesey, a wealthy renaissance scholar who was consecrated Bishop of Exeter in 1519, is buried in Holy Trinity Parish Church.

What is Sutton Coldfield famous for?

It is well-known locally that Sutton Coldfield is mentioned in one of Shakespeare's plays but Shakespeare, however, was far from the only writer to mention Sutton. The story of Moxhull Hall dates back centuries and that of the Rylands who owned the estate from the late 19th Century is a fascinating one.

Which Ofsted headteacher refused?

Head who denied Ofsted school entry after Ruth Perry's death praised for 'bringing about change' The headteacher of a Newbury primary school who attempted to refuse Ofsted inspectors entry to her school following the death of fellow head Ruth Perry has been praised for "bringing about change."

What is the lowest Ofsted grade?

In each area, schools are graded on a four-point scale: ∎ grade 1 (outstanding) ∎ grade 2 (good) ∎ grade 3 (requires improvement) ∎ grade 4 (inadequate).

Is Ruislip High a good school?

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How many grammar schools are there in Birmingham?

There are eight grammar schools in Birmingham: Bishop Vesey's Grammar School. King Edward VI Aston School. King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys.

When was Bishops school built?

1909. The Right Reverend Joseph Horsfall Johnson, Bishop of Los Angeles, founded The Bishop's School. A day school opened in Bankers Hill while a boarding school was planned for La Jolla. Money and land for La Jolla campus donated by founders Ellen Browning Scripps and Eliza Virginia Scripps.

Is Sutton Girls sixth form mixed?

The Sixth Form is open to girls only.

How much does it cost to go to Bishop England High School?

Bishop England High School is a highly rated, private, Catholic school located in CHARLESTON, SC. It has 668 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1. Tuition is $16,150 for the highest grade offered.

Is it hard to get into bishops?

No. Bishop's students come from a wide variety of backgrounds and interests. The common thread among Bishop's students is their love of learning, kind and inclusive character, record of academic success, willingness to try new things and desire to be actively engaged in the School community and beyond.

What grades do you need to get into Adams Grammar?

Entry Requirements

a) Obtain five GCSEs at grade 7 or above in any subjects. b) Where A-level subjects have been studied at GCSE, obtain at least a grade 7 in their chosen subject or the most relevant related GCSE subject.

What is the priority score for Birmingham Grammar Schools?

Applicants who achieve the priority score (220) and live within the school catchment area*. Applicants in this category will be given priority if they have an older sibling at the school; then ranked by distance from the school.

What is a good 11 plus score Lincolnshire?

Lincolnshire 11 Plus (11+) Exam Pass Marks and Target Scores

The exam aims to identify the top 25% of children (based on ability) living in the area. In both Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning papers, students should achieve a standardised score of 220 in order to be considered for a place.

What is the highest score you can get on the 11+ Medway?

The maximum standardised score in each section is 140, with English and Maths being multiplied by 2 and added to Verbal Reasoning to give an aggregate score (maximum 700).