Entry at 13 years+

Ashford School (boys and girls age 11 -18 years)

Age 13+ (entry into Year 9)

We expect to admit pupils who will reach at least Level 6 in the National Curriculum subjects at the end of Key Stage 3 or to score 55+ in CE examinations. Approximately 15 additional girls and boys are admitted at this age to join the 50-60 pupils in Year 8. The offer of a place is not subject to performance in the Common Entrance Examination and candidates from schools that do not prepare pupils for Common Entrance are welcomed.

Admission at 13+ is by assessment test and report from a candidate's previous school. Assessment tests for 13+ (Year 9) for entry in September 2012 took place on Friday 13 January 2012 at Ashford School. Entry tests must now be arranged indiviudally by contacting the Registrar.

The tests consist of:

• An English test which includes spelling, comprehension and extended writing
• A Maths test requiring short worked answers covering national curriculum topics
• A Science test requiring short worked answers covering national curriculum topics
• An Non-Verbal Reasoning (NVR) test requiring responses to multiple choice questions
• A team building exercise requiring the ability to work effectively with others