Sixth Form Admissions

Having completed and submitted a registration form this is what you can expect:

Sixth Form (16+)

Every year we welcome new students from all backgrounds, including both independent and maintained schools, from the UK and overseas. All become an inherent part of our nurturing and vibrant Senior School. If you are currently studying for GCSEs and would like to take your A level courses in an intellectually curious, academically stimulating environment, where there are a myriad of opportunities for leadership responsibilities and exploration beyond the curriculum, then we hope you will consider joining us.

All applications for Lower Sixth entry in September 2023 must be received by Monday 31 October.

The first stage of our selection process requires students to sit a one-hour general paper at Habs on Tuesday 8 November. If you are studying Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Economics or Computer Science you will also be asked to sit a one-hour maths paper.

The second stage subject interviews will take place on Monday 21 and 22 November at Habs. Candidates who meet the required level in the assessment will be invited for a series of structured subject interviews; candidates will be asked to demonstrate specific skills appropriate to their chosen subjects.

To join our Sixth Form we ask for nine GCSEs including Mathematics and English, with a minimum Grade 7 in the subjects that you wish to study, or in a related subject where the proposed course is in a new subject.

There are certain subjects where we have placed higher grade expectations to enable our students to thrive in those subjects.

• In Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, a Grade 8 is essential, although we would recommend a Grade 9.
• In Further Maths, a strong Grade 9 at GCSE is required.

The following new subjects require:

• Economics and Computing – a Grade 8 in GCSE Maths is required although a Grade 9 Is recommended
• Philosophy and Politics – a Grade 8 in a related GCSE, such as Religious Studies, English or History, is recommended.

The following subjects may allow students who have not studied GCSE to join their A Level courses:

• Classical Civilisation
• Computing
• Design Engineering
• Geography
• History
• Psychology
• Theatre Studies
• Religious Studies
• PE (Physical Education

Key Dates

Admissions timetable for 16+ entry September 2023