What is the admissions process for 11+ entry?

The entrance exam for 11+ entry, is early December. To ensure your child's participation, it's crucial to register before the deadline which changes each year but normally the middle of November. No registrations will be accepted after this point, so plan accordingly.

The entrance exam assesses your child's proficiency in English and Mathematics.

Latymer Upper School provides sample papers for English and Mathematics on their website. While these samples give a sense of the question style, please note that answers or mark schemes are not provided.

What is the exam structure?

Mathematics Your child will face a single Mathematics paper with a duration of 60 minutes.
English: There are two English papers:
A comprehension/multiple-choice paper (35 minutes).
A creative writing paper (45 minutes).

After the English papers, there's a 20-minute break.

If your child is eligible for learning support adjustments, be sure to indicate this during the registration process. Supporting documents to confirm these adjustments must be submitted by the registration deadline.

11+ Interviews

If your child successfully passes the entrance examinations, they will be invited for an Interview at the beginning of January. This session is an opportunity for the school to learn more about your child's character, curiosity, and 'teachability.' It includes:

Half-day immersive learning activities in classroom settings.
A 1:2:1 interview.

The school will make appropriate adjustments for candidates with learning differences.

What is the admissions process for 16+ entry?

The registration deadline for the school is at the end of September. Late registrations aren’t accepted, so make sure to submit all necessary documents, including evidence of eligibility for learning support adjustments, if applicable, by this date.

Families should begin by submitting a copy of your Year 10 report as part of the application. This report is like a stepping stone, providing a snapshot of the student’s academic background.

16+ Entrance Exam

The entrance exam is a pivotal part of the application process and is scheduled for early November.

It comprises three papers designed to evaluate your mathematical skills, written communication abilities, problem-solving, and critical thinking. While overall performance matters, the two papers most relevant to your chosen Sixth Form program will carry more weight.

To help you prepare effectively for the entrance exam, Latymer Upper School offers sample questions on their website. These samples offer a sneak peek into the kind of challenges you'll face.

Latymer Upper School expects high academic standards. For students currently studying GCSEs, you'll need a minimum of 9 GCSEs, including Mathematics and English, with grades at 9/8/7 in the subjects you plan to study in the Sixth Form or a related subject for new courses.

Financial assistance and bursaries

If financial assistance is needed, Latymer Upper School offers help with school fees through their means-tested bursary program. Visit their dedicated page or reach out to the Admissions Team to explore this opportunity further.

Bear in mind that Latymer Upper School cannot sponsor pupils who require a Tier 4 visa. To register successfully, you'll need to provide evidence that you can live and study in the UK. This includes submitting a copy of any relevant resident permit/visa. Without this proof, an offer cannot be extended.