Entry at 11+
We welcome applications from candidates interested in joining Year 7 for entry in September 2024 and beyond.
The deadline for applications to Year 7 is 1 September one year ahead of entry. For those candidates who have missed our application deadlines: while we cannot guarantee that we will be able to process late applications, we advise you to send a copy of the candidate's latest school reports and a covering letter outlining their strengths and interests, and we will keep the information on file.
We will contact you if we are able to proceed with an application at a future date.
Click here for a list of frequently asked questions about entry at 11+
For more information about Sevenoaks, read our entry in the Good Schools Guide
For admission to Year 7 (11+), applications should be made one year prior to entry. Admission is by competitive examination in Maths, English and Verbal Reasoning, a group discussion activity, and a report from a candidate's previous school. Up to 80 children are admitted at this age, into four parallel forms.
Timetable for Year 7 Entry in September 2024
1 September 2023: Registration deadline | |
November 2023: Music Scholarship Assessments take place | |
Wednesday 3 January 2024: Entrance exams (English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning) and group discussion | |
Mid-February 2024: Year 7 Results sent out by email to parents and schools | |
Late February 2024: Post-offer Open Day for offer-holders only |
Boarding at Sevenoaks
Boarding is available for students aged 13 to 18.
Assistant Director Year 7 Admissions: Miss Olivia Powerregist@sevenoaksschool.org
Registrar: Mrs Catherine Taylorregist@sevenoaksschool.org