Bath Academy
Bath, Somerset · BA1 2HX
Bath Academy is an independent sixth form college and language school located in central Bath, specialising in personalised tutorial-based education for ages 16+. The college offers A-Levels, GCSEs, university foundation programmes, and intensive English language courses, with a particular focus on international students and tailored academic support. Its small size (105 pupils) enables individual attention and flexible pathways, making it suited to learners seeking bespoke progression routes rather than traditional school structures.
- →Small class sizes and one-to-one tutorial support matched to individual learning needs
- →Flexibility in course selection and pace, including resits, foundation programmes, and gap-year options
- →Strong international student community and English language provision alongside A-Level courses
- →Personalised university guidance and medical/professional pathway support
Who thrives here
Sixth formers seeking flexibility, international students needing English support alongside academics, those requiring intensive tutorial intervention, and mature learners pursuing non-traditional progression routes (foundation, resits, career changes). Best suited to self-directed, motivated students who thrive with bespoke rather than cohort-driven education.
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Contact & visit
27 Queen Square
Bath, Somerset
BA1 2HX
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Bath Academy?
Day fees at Bath Academy are approximately £22,551 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Bath Academy?
Bath Academy admits pupils at 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Bath Academy's exam results?
At Bath Academy, 25% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 12% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Bath Academy a boarding school?
Bath Academy offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Bath Academy's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Bath Academy “Good” (2020).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Highly personalised tutorial support and flexible course design
✓Effective pastoral care and international student integration
✓Small class sizes enabling close staff-student relationships
Common concerns
!Limited onsite facilities and sports provision compared to traditional boarding schools
!No Ofsted inspection yet—limited independent validation of quality
!Smaller peer community may limit extracurricular breadth and social diversity