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Thank you for enquiring about entry to King Henry VIII School. We welcome applications from pupils of all ages with the most common entry points being listed below.
Admission to King Henry VIII School is by selection on academic merit. All children are required to sit one of the entrance assessments described below. A school reference will also be sought.
In September 2021, Bablake and King Henry VIII School will merge to bring together best practice and facilities from each school, offering a first-class independent education for 3 to 18 year olds. We will maintain our commitment to providing an excellent education, outstanding co-curricular provision, and thoughtful, individual support alongside improved facilities and increased collaboration across age groups.
You are warmly encouraged to contact the admissions team at either school for more information.
Schedule for entry September 2022
11+ Entry
- Parents are asked to complete the application form and return it by the application deadline of Friday 15 October 2021 (please note this is also the deadline for Bursary applications).
- Prospective pupils will be required to sit the Entrance Examination , to be held on Friday 22 October 2021, with papers in English, Mathematics and Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
- Offers of places will be posted on Wednesday 8 December 2021. At the same time, parents will be notified of any financial awards through Bursary or Scholarship allocations.
- Parents are asked to return acceptance of the offer – or otherwise – by Monday 7 March 2022. A deposit of £300 should accompany the acceptance.
- Download an Application Form
- Fees, Bursaries and Scholarships information
11+ and 12+ entry
This is for entry into Year 7 or Year 8. The examination process is similar at both ages. Pupils will be tested on Mathematics, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non Verbal Reasoning. The majority of pupils are tested on our Entrance Examination day in October, although we do accept some in-year admissions if there is space in year groups.
13+ and 14+ entry
This is for entry into Year 9 or Year 10. The examination process is similar at both ages. Pupils will be tested on Mathematics, English, Non Verbal Reasoning and Science. An informal, short interview will be held to discuss Modern Foreign Languages.
International Applications
International applications are done on a case by case basis and follow the standard procedures where possible. Please complete our enquiry form in order for us to start this process and provide the necessary information.
