Queen Elizabeth's Hospital
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Gender
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
9:1
ExcellentFounded
1586
Age Range
7–18 years
About Queen Elizabeth's Hospital
Queen Elizabeth's Hospital is an independent day school in Bristol, founded in 1590. The school originally provided a boarding education for the poorest children in the city and has a long history of serving its local community. It is an educational charity, governed by a board who also serve as trustees. The school is made up of three sections: juniors for Years 3 to 6, seniors for Years 7 to 11, and a sixth form. The majority of pupils are male, with female pupils joining in the sixth form. Pupils come from Bristol and the surrounding area, and on entry their ability is above average compared to those taking the same tests nationally. The school aims to develop each pupil's intellectual and spiritual independence within a caring community. It supports pupils in understanding the importance of working with others, serving the local community, and developing a global perspective, while preparing them for the next phase of their lives.
Fees Fees were correct at the time of recording. Please check the school's website for the latest information.
Day Fees (per year)
£20,895
Leadership
Head
Rupert Heathcote
Chair of Governors
Mr Paul Keen
Ages & Pupils
7–18
Age range (years)
667
Total pupils
456
Senior pupils
241
Sixth form
Contact
Qualifications Offered
Admissions
Main Entry Points
Open Days
September October and March
Scholarships & Bursaries
Bursary Support
Help for bright boys whose parents would not otherwise be able to afford fees has always been part of QEH DNA
Exam Results
65%
GCSE Grades 9-7
55%
A-Level A*-A
78%
A-Level A*-B
Curriculum
Modern Foreign Languages
Popular A-Level Subjects
Popular GCSE Subjects
Sport
Mobile Phone Policy
Robust 'no phone' policy whereby mobile phones should not be seen or heard. Pupils expected to lock phones in lockers upon arrival. Policy monitored via random spot checks with excellent pupil compliance.
Linked Schools
ISI Inspection
Excellent
Academic achievement
Last inspected 2 December 2025
Routine Inspection
Personal Development
ExcellentCompliance
MetSchool Profile
Student Demographics
0.4%
EHCP
15.25%
SEN Support