There are three main points of entry for boys: First Form (Year 7), Third Form (Year 9) and the Lower Sixth (Year 12). Girls are admitted into the Lower Sixth (Year 12). The steps involved in the entry process are shown below for the relevant entry points:
ENTRY AT 11+: Candidates will sit the ISEB Common Pre-Tests. The ISEB Common Pre-Tests comprise multiple choice questions which are taken online and are age standardised. They take about two-and-a-half hours to complete (English 25 minutes, Mathematics 50 minutes, non-verbal reasoning 32 minutes, verbal reasoning 36 minutes). The interview will consist of questions about hobbies, interests and may also include some academic questions of a general nature.
ENTRY AT 13+: Candidates will sit the ISEB Common Pre-Tests. The ISEB Common Pre-Tests comprise multiple choice questions which are taken online and are age standardised. They take about two-and-a-half hours to complete (English 25 minutes, Mathematics 50 minutes, non-verbal reasoning 32 minutes, verbal reasoning 36 minutes). The interview will consist of questions about hobbies, interests and may also include some academic questions of a general nature.
ENTRY AT SIXTH FORM: Most of the candidates that they accept will achieve a wide range of good GCSE/IGCSE grades, mainly at A*, A and B or grades 6, 7, 8 and 9. All candidates will be examined in two academic subjects. They will also take part in a Critical Thinking Lesson, be given a short interview and will have the opportunity to meet current Sixth Form pupils. All candidates will have an interview with a Senior Member of staff on the Examination Day.
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