ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

When you join our thriving international community, you'll become part of a supportive global family of students, parents, and teachers. Take a look at our entry requirements to make sure our school is right for your child.
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Application form and supporting documents

After filling in our enquiry form and taking a tour – either in person or virtually – you’ll need to complete your child’s online application form.

You’ll also need to send us the following documents:

Year groups

Our students thrive when they learn alongside children their own age, which is why we keep children in their correct age groups. The exception is when a student in Year 10 or above can't complete either the IGCSE or International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) because they aren't fluent English speakers.

Age before 1st September

Year

Stage

2.5

Nursery

Foundation Stage

4

Reception

Foundation Stage

5

Year 1

Key Stage 1

6

Year 2

Key Stage 1

7

Year 3

Key Stage 2

8

Year 4

Key Stage 2

9

Year 5

Key Stage 2

10

Year 6

Key Stage 2

11

Year 7

Key Stage 3

12

Year 8

Key Stage 3

13

Year 9

Key Stage 3

14

Year 10

Key Stage 4

15

Year 11

Key Stage 4

16

Year 12

International Baccalaureate

17

Year 13

International Baccalaureate

Entry requirements

Nursery to Year 6

Years 7 to 9

Years 10 to 13 (IGCSE and IBDP)

Class structure

Where there are two or more classes in a year group, we try to achieve a balance of students. We consider the following factors: language experience, nationality, ability, and gender. Parents can express their preference; however, the final decision is down to the school.

Learning support

Our school has a full Learning Support policy. We accept students with highlighted learning needs, which are defined by our Learning Support Coordinator. It’s important that you tell us about your child’s support needs at the application stage. This is so we can work out whether our school is equipped to nurture and support their needs, and help them to thrive.

If younger children display learning difficulties after they've joined us, we'll work with you to support them. If we're unable to offer your child the guidance they need, we’ll help you to find an alternative school.

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Year Group Chart

Year Group Chart.pdf (401 KB)

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Nursery Admissions Policy

Nursery Admissions Policy_ February 2024.pdf (79 KB)

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