BCS Prep
Headteacher - BCS Prep Mrs Karen Wyborn
40 St. Osmund's Road Lower Parkstone Poole, Dorset BH14 9JYBCS Senior
Principal - BCS Senior Mrs Maria Coulter
College Road Southbourne Bournemouth Dorset BH5 2DYThe majority of student costs are included in our fees but below are items that will be charged additionally, depending on programme of study and student requirements.
Compulsory costs will be invoiced during the relevant term. Optional costs are generally payable in advance of the activity taking place. Parental permission will be sought for optional costs over £100.
| Cost type | Relevant Items | Cost Indication |
|---|---|---|
| Compulsory Costs | UCAS application* | £30 |
| IELTS Exam fees* | £200 (students may be required to take this more than once) | |
| A Level exam fees* | £90-£220 per subject | |
| GCSE exam fees* | £40-£80 per subject | |
| Other academic exam fees* | £60-£120 per subject (depending on programme) | |
| Exam certificate courier postage service+ | £25-£55 depending on location | |
| Work experience | £40 | |
| * Exam fees are set by the exam boards and are subject to change. + Courier charge set by provider and subject to change (UK or overseas). | ||
| Optional costs | One to One lessons / Additional Learning Support sessions | £55 per hour |
| Day or weekend trips (e.g. to London or optional class field trips) | Around £30 (day) – £400 (weekend) depending on destination and length of trip | |
| The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award; Bronze, Silver or Gold options | Gold – £600/ Silver: £350/ Bronze: £275 | |
| Music lesson (10 half hour lessons) | £190 per term | |
| Speech and Drama lessons (10 half hour lessons) | £190 per term | |
| Year 11/Sixth Form Ball | £25-£50 | |
| Flexi boarding 5pm-5pm including dinner (on the first night), bed and breakfast. | £45 | |
| GCSE/A Level full remark | £40-£60 per subject (refunded if the mark changes) | |
| Bursary application fee | £85 | |
Other Costs You May Incur
These costs will vary and will generally not be charged by the school. Some of the costs will not be relevant and will depend on the course and the specific subjects you take. Some items can be bought second hand or borrowed so prices are only examples.
| Items | Cost |
|---|---|
| Visa costs (including Immigration Health Surcharge £1035 per year)** | £1525+ for Child Student Route |
| Guardianship fees | Costs will vary depending on the guardianship |
| Taxi Transfer Costs | London Heathrow to BCS approx. £210 |
** International students will be required to pay visa application fees, and associated fees as required – such as the Immigration Healthcare Surcharge, Tuberculosis tests, fees to renew or extend a visa etc. These fees are set and charged by the UK government and are subject to change.
***All international students are required to have a UK guardian if they are not residing with their parents in the UK.
