Pre-Prep
There are no formal assessments; however we will request a school report and educational information from your child’s previous school prior to entry.
We would encourage new pupils to visit prior to starting.
Prep School
Year 3 entry
Entry into Year 3 is based on a satisfactory Taster Day at the Prep School, which takes place during the Lent Term. The Taster Day gives children the opportunity to experience a normal day at Gresham’s, meet their future teachers and classmates, and become familiar with life at the Prep School.
Children currently attending Gresham’s Pre-Prep are also given several opportunities to visit and experience life at the Prep School throughout Year 2, in addition to the main Year 3 Entry Taster Day in the Lent Term.
Year 4 and above
For entry into Year 4 and above, pupils are invited to attend a Taster Day at the Prep School. As part of the day, they will complete entrance assessments in English and Mathematics, which enable us to understand their academic attainment and support their transition into Gresham’s Prep School.
The Taster Day also gives pupils the opportunity to experience a typical day at the Prep School, meet pupils and teachers, and get a feel for our school community.
Registration deadline
The registration deadline for entry to Years 3 to 8 is the end of the Michaelmas Term preceding the year of entry.
Families are welcome to register after this date, and applications will be considered on an individual basis, subject to the availability of places.
School reference
As part of our admissions process, we request a reference from each pupil’s current or previous school, regardless of their year of entry. This helps us to gain a fuller understanding of each child and ensure that we can provide the appropriate support and opportunities for them at Gresham’s.
Senior SchooL: Year 9 Entry
Admissions Process
Applicants are assessed through:
- Entrance tests
- A short, informal interview with a Deputy Head about their interests and passions
- School reports and references
Pre-Testing Option
- Optional pre-testing is available during the Michaelmas Term of Year 7.
- However, all pupils must still sit the Year 9 entrance assessments in November of Year 8 to confirm their place.
Key Dates for entry in September 2027
- Application deadline: Wednesday 14 October 2026
- Entrance assessments: Monday 9 November 2026
- Results communicated: Early December 2026
- Acceptance deadline: Within two weeks of receiving an offer.
Senior SchooL: Sixth Form Entry
Applicants are assessed through:
- An interview with the Headmaster and Deputy Head Academic/Assistant Head to discuss their chosen subjects.
- A reference with predicted grades from their current school.
- Recent school reports.
The school also considers a candidate’s willingness to engage with the extracurricular life of the school.
Key Dates for entry in 2027
- Application deadline: Wednesday 14 October 2026
- Entrance interviews: Saturday 14 November 2026
Other Year Groups
Applications for other year groups are considered subject to available places.
Further Information
Please contact [email protected] if you would like to arrange a visit or have further questions about the admissions process.