Assessment process
All candidates for Year 9 Academic Scholarships sit four written papers (Humanities, Languages, Science and General) and deliver a short presentation on a topic of their choice. Full details of the assessment process can be found in the Scholarship Information document below, and there are past papers at the bottom of this page.
Dates for Year 9 2027 entry
The Academic Scholarship assessments for students entering Year 9 in September 2027 will be held at Sevenoaks School on Friday 19 March 2027. Entries will open in September 2026 and close on 1 February 2027.
How to apply
Please complete the form below by 1 February 2027 to apply for a Year 9 Academic Scholarship for 2027 entry. If a student is attending a UK prep school, the application form must be completed by the prep. Candidates who are not attending a UK prep school should only complete this application form if they have been invited to do so by Sevenoaks School.
Year 9 Academic Scholarship Application Form
Please note that for offer-holders currently attending a UK prep school, the Principal/Head of School should complete this application.