JOINING THE PRE-PREP (RECEPTION – YEAR 2):
They will consider:
- Interaction with adults (and peers where possible)
- Any specific behavioural or individual needs
- Reading
- Drawing
- Practical handling activities
For more information, please contact admissions team on 01392 355998 or [email protected].
JOINING THE JUNIOR SCHOOL (YEARS 3 – 6):
Entrance assessments for Years 3, 4 and 5 consists of two parts:
- Reading assessment – Each applicant is given an individual standard reading assessment; an appropriate passage of prose is also used which is followed by a few questions to ensure comprehension.
- Written assessment – Written papers consist of assessments in English, Mathematics and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
Admissions Team can be contacted on 01392 355998 or via [email protected]
JOINING THE SENIOR SCHOOL:
Entrance Assessment to Years 7 and 8 (U3 and L4) consists of three papers – Reasoning, English and Mathematics.
Candidates for Years 9 and 10 (U4 and L5) sit an additional Science paper.
Reasoning – A standardised set of short problems, assessing logical powers and the ability to understand quickly.
English – This consists of two parts:
- Comprehension – candidates are given a passage to read and asked to answer questions on it as fully as possible in their own words.
- Composition – candidates are asked to write a short composition on a topic suited to their age. The compositions are graded according to content and expression (vocabulary, grammar etc).
Mathematics – Mathematics papers are structured so that every candidate has the opportunity to show what she can do at a level appropriate to her age. Admissions Team can be contacted on 01392 355998 or via [email protected]
JOINING THE SIXTH FORM:
If they are then able to offer a place, please note that this is conditional upon your daughter reaching the minimum entry requirements for entry into Sixth Form, namely:
- at least six grade 7’s
- a minimum of a grade 7 in both Maths and English GCSE
- a grade 7 or 8 in the subjects to be taken at A-level
Students will always be considered on their individual merits.
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