Is there an interview?

Not as standard. We may invite a short conversation if it helps us understand fit.

How quickly will we hear back?

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, typically within a few working days.

What happens if a cohort is full?

We'll offer the next available cohort or add the student to a waitlist with your consent.

Yes. If your preferred cohort is full, families are offered a waitlist spot at no cost.

Can siblings apply together?

Yes. Families enrolling multiple children receive a 10% reduction on fees.

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Tell us how your student thinks.

There are no wrong answers. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, each cohort is capped at 20 students. Choose the programme you'd like to apply to.

How the application works

Four simple steps. No exams.

Step 01

Complete the application

Answer a few reflective questions and pay the deposit on the form to hold a place. Only 20 places per cohort.

Step 02

Review

Gridless reviews each application to understand how the student thinks and confirm the programme is a good fit.

Step 03

Place confirmed

Places are allocated on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis. You'll receive a confirmation within a few working days.

Step 04

Balance

The remaining 50% balance is charged automatically to the same card 14 days after the deposit — cancellable any time before it runs.

Choose a programme

Enterprise

Ages 9–13

Conduct research, pitch, build, and sell a real product at a live market.

29 July – 4 August 2026 · Apply by 26 July20 placesApply →

Investors

Ages 9–13

Learn finance by spending — receive an allocated investment and run the numbers.

29 July – 4 August 2026 · Apply by 26 July20 placesApply →

Industry

Ages 16–18

Strategy, finance, and working a room with founders and senior industry figures.

11–15 August 2026 · Apply by 8 August20 placesApply →

Application questions

Everything parents tend to ask.

Leave your details and we'll be in touch.

Or email hello@gridless.org.uk.