Sixth Form Entry (16+)

For entry in September 2009

Applications for entry into the Sixth Form should be made as soon as possible in the academic year before entry is proposed. Two Assessment Days are available, one in November and one in March. For entry in 2009, these will be Friday 7 November and Friday 6 March.

The Assessment Day comprises a 45 minute Reasoning Test, an interview with the Head of Sixth Form or his Deputy, a tour of the school and short interviews the Heads of Departments of the subjects that the candidate wishes to study in the Sixth Form. References from the candidate's current school will be sought and good GCSE predictions will be required.

Following the Assessment Day, successful candidates will receive an offer of a place conditional on achieving at least 58 points at GCSE, where an A* scores 8 points, an A scores 7 points, a B scores 6 points etc. Most departments also expect students to have at least an A grade in those subjects to be studied at A Level.

Candidates who subsequently obtain all A* grades in their GCSEs will be awarded an Academic Scholarship of £1,000. This is in line with internal scholarships awarded to existing students.

For copies of the current prospectus and any enquiries, please contact the Admissions Secretary.

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