Admissions

Endless possibilities

Melanie Burke

Director of Admissons

Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make and we understand how crucial it is to find the right one. Our admissions team is on hand every step of the way as you consider joining our vibrant and happy school.

I invite you to visit our prep or senior school on an individual tour or join one of our small group parent mornings to see the school in action, meet some of our staff and pupils and discover what we offer academically and through our vast range of co-curricular activities.

You can be sure of a warm welcome!

Melanie Burke
Director of Admissions

Prep school children in garden

Prep school entry

Children may join our prep school at any point during the academic year, when there are places available.

Our small classes ensure that all new arrivals are made to feel welcome and are able to integrate quickly and easily. They and you will soon feel very much part of the Bryanston Prep community.

Prep School Admissions Book a prep school visit Complete enquiry form for prep school Register your child for prep school
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Year 9 entry

The same process takes place each year for pupils seeking either early certainty of a place whilst in Year 6 and Year 7.  If your child is in Year 8 there is still time to start your journey with a fast-track admissions process.

Firm offers in Year 6 and Year 7 allow for certainty of a place here at Bryanston whilst ensuring your child can enjoy their final years at their current school with the assurance that the next step of their education is certain. They will be invited to Activity Days to continue to get to know Bryanston and our staff aiding a seamless transition into Year 9.

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Pupils under dome

Sixth form entry

We welcome a new cohort of pupils in the Sixth Form each year to study A-levels, International Baccalaureate (IB) or CTECs.

Sixth Form enquiries can be made at any stage however the Sixth Form application process take place during the Autumn Term of Year 11, which enables pupils to know decisions by the end of this term so that they can concentrate on their GCSE examinations.

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Our 13+ Admissions Journey

1) Enquiry

2) Group Visit

3) Discovery Day

4) Registration

5) Assessment

6) Imagine Day

7) Offer & Acceptance

8) Activities Day

9) Junior Scholarships

10) Familiarisation Day

Complete an enquiry form or contact the admissions office on 01258 484 633 for us to take your information over the phone.

We can send you the admissions journey information and answer any initial questions you may have.

Main school from drone

We host a series of groups visits throughout the term. The group visit includes a personal tour of the school, an opportunity to meet members of our academic staff and to hear from a senior member of the leadership team.

If you are travelling to us and are unable to attend the group visit we can arrange an individual visit. To book a visit please contact our Admissions Team on 01258 484 633.

Main School Dome

Discovery Day is held for pupils who are in Year 5. This is an opportunity for families to visit the school and for the children to engage in an activity of their choosing.

Your child does not need to have been registered for a place to attend Discovery Day, but places are limited, so early booking is recommended.

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Registration: Complete the registration form along with a registration fee of £250.

Register Your Child

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Assessment for a Year 9 place can start when your child is in Year 6. Once your child is registered for a place we will contact their current school for a reference, arrange for a CAT4 assessment and, if your child is in Year 6 or 7, invite them to attend an Imagine Day.

If your child is in Year 8, we would arrange an individual interview.

Part of our assessment process is Imagine Day. This is an afternoon of fun, interactive activities which allow our experienced academic staff to see the children at their best.

Activities include a range of problem solving and communication games.

Adventure Training

Provided we have all the assessment information we need for your child, we will be able to communicate the outcome of their application.

Should your child be offered a place, we will request an acceptance form be completed and submitted along with a £2000 deposit to secure your child’s place (£1000 is refundable against the first term’s fees and £1000 refundable against your final term’s fees).

Adventure Training

Children in Years 7 & 8 who have confirmed places for Year 9 are invited to attend one of our Activities Days (usually held in the Autumn or Spring Term).

This is a day of pure fun and allows the children to get to know their peers and our team ahead of joining us in Year 9. It also allows us to get to know your child even better which supports the tutor allocation.

Tennis Academy Masterclass

In the autumn term of Year 8, you will be able to apply for your child to be considered for a Year 9 Scholarship in Academic, Sport, Art, DT, Performing Art, Music and Computer Science.

The scholarship assessments take place in the first half of the spring term. Scholarships awarded can carry up to 10% fee remission.

Drama performance

In the summer term of Year 8 your child is invited to attend Familiarisation Day. This is a valuable day to meet the House Parent and visit the boarding house your child has been assigned to.

It is an exciting day, and a wonderful opportunity to get to know the other children.

Boarding school pupils on way to class

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