Next Steps
Thank you for joining us at our Discover Creative Arts Evening; it was a pleasure to have you with us.
We hope that you enjoyed exploring the Creative Arts with your family and gained an insight into life at Bedford. Below, we have gathered some key information that should prove helpful moving forward.
Creative Arts Scholarships
We offer generous scholarships for Art, Drama and Music as well as academia, Computer Science, Sport (cricket, hockey, rowing, rugby and golf). The scholarships are awarded based on merit and are open to all, regardless of financial background.
Our scholars play an important role in school life. They are proud of their strengths, lead by example and use their talents to contribute to the community around them.
In return, they benefit from a tailored programme of enrichment, with opportunities and support designed to help them grow, stretch their skills and fulfil their potential.
Open Morning, Saturday 3 October at 10am
Join us for our Open Morning to hear from Head Master Michael Sloan, meet our friendly teachers and our Admissions Team who are happy to answer any questions you may have.
Learn about our extensive scholarship and bursary programmes, enjoy a comprehensive tour of the Upper school, and get a true sense of what makes Bedford School special.
Alternatively, you can book a private visit for your family at a time and date that suits you.
Joining the School
At Bedford, we are committed to making your admissions journey simple and straightforward.
Please explore the steps on our ‘Joining Us’ page to join our community—and if you have any questions, our friendly Admissions Team is here to help.
Please note: our deadline for registrations, scholarships and bursaries (fee assistance) for September 2027 entry is 1 December 2026.
See our Creative Arts in Action
Our annual Creative Arts Festival kicks off on Monday 29 June showcasing the inspirational talent and creativity of our pupils across a week of Art, Drama, Media and Music activities. We would be delighted to see you at any of the events, with highlights including:
Keynote Speech: Jonno Davies | Monday 29 June | 1.50pm | Great Hall
End of Year Art Exhibition | Monday 29 June | 6.30pm | Art School
Creative Arts Festival Concert | Thursday 2 July | 6.30pm | Chapel & Great Hall
Jazz Evening | Friday 3 July | 7.00pm | Quarry Theatre
You can find out more information about all of the events on our What’s On page and request your complimentary tickets below.
