Entry at 7+
We welcome 24 new girls into the school at 7+ (Year 3). All applicants are invited for assessment, before which a reference will be requested from their current school.
Applications for 7+ can be submitted at any time, up to early November of the year before entry. To apply, please download the application form or email junioradmissions@shhs.gdst.net. The initial assessment for entry September 2019 has now taken place. Girls who performed well will be invited back for a second round of assessments between the 8th and 11th January 2019.
For 7+ entry in September 2019
Girls born between 1st September 2011 and 31st August 2012
Entrance examination
The initial assessment comprises three papers – English, Maths and Reasoning – based on the curriculum taught in all schools in Year 2. The initial assessment for entry September 2019 has now taken place.
Group assessment
Girls who perform well will be invited back in January for a group assessment.
Places offered
Places are then offered to girls on the basis of their performance in the examination and assessment, as well as the reference. Offers will be sent by post on 28th January 2019. Offer holders are then invited back to visit on 31st January, with an acceptance deadline of noon on 6th February 2019.