The Froebelian School
4.10 miles
Woodhouse Grove School is an independent, co-educational, day and boarding public school and Sixth Form for kids aged 3 to 18.
They have developed an extensive co-curricular programme that caters for as wide a range of interests and strengths as possible, covering a variety of sports, music and performing arts opportunities. They encourage every child to find an activity to enjoy out of the classroom; knowing how beneficial this is to developing both social skills and confidence – and of course having fun at Brontë House!
Selection Criteria: Selective
Entry into Brontё House and Ashdown Lodge (2-11yrs): Once you have filled out the application form (below) and visited the school, it maybe suggested that the pupil attends a Taster day to experience life at Brontё House. Depending on the age of the child they may be required to sit maths and English tests or have a short interview with the Headmaster. For children applying for Nursery or Reception places you will be invited to visit Ashdown Lodge and meet with experienced Early Years team. Once they have received your completed Application from they will be in touch.
Entry into The Grove in Year 7: They invite all registered pupils for Year 7 to take Entrance Exams in Maths and English in January. They ask that those registering for September entry apply by the last day of the Autumn term for the Entrance Examination. This will be followed by an invitation to an Interview with a member of Senior Staff. This allows to get to know each child individually and may also include an assessment of reading, verbal comprehension skills and numerical abilities. At this stage they will also apply for a report from each student’s current school. Once an offer has been made the date of a Taster day will be sent out to you, this is a great opportunity to experience life at the school.
Entry into The Sixth Form at The Grove: Applicants who wish to join in the Sixth Form have the opportunity to attend a Sixth Form Open Evening. They will then be invited into school to meet Mr Softley, Head of Sixth Form, followed by a Sixth Form Taster Day. An offer will be made subject to entry requirements of at least 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above (including at least a 6/B grade in chosen A level subjects).
Entries into other Year Groups or throughout the academic year: For entries throughout the academic year or for any year group other than Y7 they ask that you contact the school to discuss our application process. Initially we will invite you to visit the school and fill in application form. Candidates will then be invited for a Taster Day which will include sitting our Entrance Exams in maths and English and an interview with one of Deputy Heads. The rest of the day will be spent enjoying school life with the appropriate year group. At this stage they will also request a report from the student’s current school.
| YEAR GROUP | FEES PER TERM |
|---|---|
| Pre-Nursery/Nursery | £3,400 (term time only), £4,320 (51 week place) |
| Reception - Year 2 | £ 3,606 |
| Year 3 | £ 4,000 |
| Years 4 – 6 | £ 4,441 |
| Years 7 – 10 | £ 5,080 (Day), £ 10,695 (Boarding) |
| Years 11 – 13 | £ 5,148 (Day), £ 10,752 (Boarding) |
There are a limited number of Headmaster’s Scholarships, awarded annually to exceptional candidates entering the school. These are awarded as a discount on the full boarding or day fees. These awards can also be supplemented by a means tested bursary should the financial circumstances of the family necessitate it. Scholarships cannot be applied for and are awarded to exceptional candidates who excel throughout the admissions process (results of the entrance examination, a pupil interview and a report from the applicant’s current school). Applicants to Year 7 can be awarded Academic Scholarships or Headmaster's Awards, scholarship recipients will be informed of their award in their offer letter. In addition to the honour of a scholarship it will also have a monetary value per annum which will be deducted from the school fees. The exception to this is Music Scholarships, which can be applied for when entering into Y7, more information about these scholarships will be sent out with assessment information. Children must have passed Grade 3 in their chosen instrument to be invited to a scholarship audition. Headmaster’s Awards for Music, Drama, Sports, Art and Design Technology are available in the Sixth Form upon application to the Headmaster. These are awarded based on audition/portfolio or evidence of achievement. Scholarship awards are fixed at the same level throughout a pupil’s career at Woodhouse Grove but are subject to the scholar maintaining a satisfactory level of work, behaviour and academic progress.
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