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27/10/25

Barton Court is looking forward to hosting its annual Awards Evening again this November and is looking for new sponsors. If you would be interested, simply contact the School on 01227 464600 or email: sltadministrator.org . Sponsorships start from £15.

18/10/25

Do you have a child starting in September 2026? We are offering an additional Open Morning on Wednesday 29 October 9am - 10.30am. No need to book, just turn up! bartoncourt.org/2048/open-ev…

15/10/25

Our uniform suppliers have 20% off everything from Monday 27 October - Sunday 9 November 2025 (midnight). Don't miss out!

01/10/25

Do you have a child starting in September 2026? Come along to our Open Evenings and Mornings; please book for the Headteacher talks via our website: bartoncourt.org/2048/open-ev…

11/07/25

Barton Court Wins Inaugural Trust Eco Challenge... find out more at:  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

16/05/25

Our uniform suppliers have a special offer from Monday 19 May - don't miss out!

08/05/25

Inter-house Art Competition 2025 - see the work and winners at:  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

08/05/25

Find out more at:  bartoncourt.org/1843/111-fam…

05/03/25

BCGS student wins first place in this year’s Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (RI) Coronation Award. Find out more at:  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

09/02/25

Barton Court Grammar School Year 8 and 11 students enjoy Art taster lessons on Enrichment Day. Take a look at some of the work produced:  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

23/01/25

Barton Court students have made the final in The Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours (RI) Coronation Award. Find out more:  bartoncourt.org//238/latest-…

23/01/25

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22/01/25

Another award for Barton Court which recognises its commitment as a whole school to support resilience and emotional wellbeing. Find out more:  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

06/01/25

Barton Court recently celebrated the academic achievements of its students at their Awards Evening. Find out more at:  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

26/11/24

The Charles Dickens School is looking for a Cover Supervisor to join the team in Broadstairs. This role would suit someone who wants to support teaching & learning in a school. Find out more:  bartoncourtacademytrust.org/…

25/11/24

It's that time of year again when we are looking for raffle prizes for our Christmas Fayre on 11 December! If you have something you can donate, please email office.org with details. All money raised will go towards the 4 School Charities...

04/11/24

Barton Court Academy Trust is looking for two experienced Finance professionals to join the team based in Canterbury. Find out more:  bartoncourtacademytrust.org/…… and  bartoncourtacademytrust.org/…

30/09/24

BCGS recently invited  the    in to speak to our Year 7 - 10 and Year 12 students. They delivered their ‘Think Differently’ School Programme, and discussed issues around vaping, smoking, alcohol, cannabis and Class A drugs. Find out more  at:  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

10/09/24

Looking for a grammar school for your child in September 2025? Have you considered Barton Court Grammar School in the heart of Canterbury? Visit this October:  bartoncourt.org/308/announce…

22/08/24

Barton Court Grammar School students are celebrating today with a great set of GCSE results. Find out more at:  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

12/07/24

During the last Enrichment Day at Barton Court Grammar School, students took part in an exciting day of employer encounters. Find out more @  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

12/07/24

Take a look at the fantastic Art work from students at Barton Court Grammar School...  bartoncourt.org/238/latest-n…

12/07/24

Y12 students recently visited The Royal Society to explore the very latest advances in Science and accessed over 300 scientists at the forefront of their field. The exhibition offers a unique opportunity to explore the science shaping our future with the people making it happen.

11/07/24

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25/06/24

BCGS is proud to be open to pupils from all backgrounds. To support this, we work in partnership with Atom Learning who provides students that are eligible for Pupil Premium with free online learning and 11+ exam preparation. Visit: https://t.co/3T94oJhqB2 pic.twitter.com/3edojrjtYb

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Consultation

Monday 27 October 2025

Dear Parents/Carers

Re: School Admissions Policy September 2027

The Directors of Barton Court Academy Trust have today, Monday 30 October 2025, announced their intention to launch a consultation which will last until Tuesday 9 December 2025 at 9am.

Publicly funded schools are required to consult interested parties if either (i) the school plans to alter their admissions arrangements or (ii) there are no changes to a school’s arrangements you need to consult at least every seven years.

Be advised that there are no changes to the admissions oversubscription criteria to BCGS or to our Sixth Form. If you want to make any comments then please complete the attached consultation document.

For clarity we have made it easier for parent to know if their child is eligible for pupil premium by providing a link in the Supplementary Information Form to reflect the current criteria, see below:

Please see the information below and the notes section on what evidence you will need to provide. You may find the following link helpful Apply for free school meals - GOV.UK. Your child may be able to get free school meals if you get any of the following:

  • Income Support
  • income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
  • income-related Employment and Support Allowance
  • support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
  • the guaranteed element of Pension Credit
  • Child Tax Credit (provided you’re not also entitled to Working Tax Credit and have an annual gross income of no more than £16,190)
  • Working Tax Credit run-on - paid for 4 weeks after you stop qualifying for Working Tax Credit
  • Universal Credit - if you apply on or after 1 April 2018 your household income must be less than £7,400 a year (after tax and not including any benefits you get)

Comments can be made by completing the attached feedback form, in writing or by email to consultation@bartoncourt.org or by post to Mrs M Aitken, Clerk to Governors, Barton Court Grammar School, Longport, Canterbury, CT1 1PH.

Please note the PAN for entry at age 11 remains at 150.

Yours sincerely                                                                                 

Mr J Hopkins                                                                                     

Headteacher     

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