Contents

Senior School Guidance ...... 3 Communication ...... 4 A Summary of the Key Events to Support Parents ...... 5 Choosing a Senior School ...... 6 Leavers’ Destinations 2001-2017 ...... 8 Senior Schools: Timetable for Tests/Entry 2017/18 ...... 9 Senior School Entrance ...... 15 Scholarships and Awards Guidance ...... 16 Scholarship Suitability and Award Criteria ...... 17 Preparation for Senior School Entrance ...... 18 Verbal Reasoning Guidelines ...... 20 Thumbnail Sketches of Senior Schools ...... 21 Senior School Fees 2017/18 ...... 30 Interview Points to Consider ...... 31

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Senior School Guidance

The aim of this booklet is to set out and assist parents in choosing the best school for their child. The decisions which parents make are challenging and of course deserve the full support of the teaching staff and the School.

The Hawthorns strongly believes in the benefits of the full preparatory phase with transfer at the end of Year 8 into Year 9 at their senior school. Enjoying the time that Year 7 and Year 8 gives children is very precious. Being a big fish in a small pond allows for the development of character. However, we are there to help whatever the age of transfer and will do our best to prepare all children for senior school entrance without over burdening them.

Individual advice is given to parents, choosing from over 50 senior schools, to best suit personalities, potential and needs. Excellent results and a healthy range of Scholarships/Awards are consistently achieved, with thorough preparation at the different entry stages for entrance examinations. An open and honest partnership with parents is valued over all aspects of their children’s education.

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Communication

It is important that options are discussed in advance so that good liaison can take place with the schools being considered. The process of choosing the right school for your son or daughter usually takes about two years in our experience. Consequently the School introduces the process to parents at the beginning of Year 4. This allows time for conversations with the School, visits, further conversations, and of course for the appropriate preparation in exam and interview techniques whatever the age of transfer.

We invite parents to talk through future school options for their son or daughter with members of the Senior Management Team on a one-to-one basis. Senior Management staff are happy to meet with parents and they can be contacted directly using the email addresses below. Please contact them if you would like to meet.

Visits are regularly being made by the team to suitable senior schools and Hawthorns’ pupils enjoy a good reputation at all schools. In addition to the above, meetings are held to discuss academic progress and parents receive regular Grades and Reports on their child which we hope align expectations and ensure parents have a good understanding of their child’s work, attainment and potential.

Sitting entrance exams can create some pressure on your child and yourselves but we are here to minimise the worry and ensure success. All children from The Hawthorns gain a place at a school their parents want them to go to and many gain awards as well. We strongly recommend that pupils do not sit for large number of schools. Often one school is sufficient and two is a maximum.

Senior School Guides A Senior School Guide is assigned to each family to meet and support parents through the process. They can advise which schools might be suitable for children of different academic aptitudes and in addition to special events and parents evenings are always happy to meet informally and support parents.

There are four senior School Guides: Aled Duggan [email protected] Simon Etchell [email protected] Donna Edmonds [email protected] Simon Walton [email protected]

The best way to contact your senior school guide is via email and if help setting up a meeting is needed Pat Valenti can always assist. Her email is [email protected]

The Headmaster, Adrian Floyd is always happy to support and meet parents at whatever stage they need help and an appointment can be made via his PA, Pat Valenti as above.

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A Summary of the Key Events to Support Parents

Year Term Event / Discussion / etc Year 4 Autumn  Year 4 Parents’ Introductory Evening  Year 4 Information evening called ‘ The Next Steps’ – a guide to choosing a Senior School education  “Life at the Top” – a forum to discuss the benefits of Years 7 & 8 and the curriculum at the top of the School  ‘Where to Next?’ evening (or a similar event)

Spring  Parent Meeting with Form Teacher (and an opportunity to meet with the senior school guide regarding general discussion about the future school process)

Summer  Y7 and 8 working Open Morning for Year 4 parents Year 5 Autumn  Year 5 Parents’ Introductory Evening  “Life at the Top” – a forum to discuss the benefits of Years 7 & 8 and the curriculum at the top of the School  ‘Where to Next?’ evening (or a similar event)

Spring  Year 5 Individual parents’ meetings with senior school guide on senior school options

Summer  Y7 and 8 working Open Morning for Year 5 parents Year 6 Autumn  Year 6 Parents’ Introductory Evening  Individual letter to parents asking for confirmation of chosen senior school/exit intentions  “Life at the Top” – a forum to discuss the benefits of Years 7 & 8 and the curriculum at the top of the School  ‘Where to Next?’ evening (or a similar event)  On-going individual contact and meetings arranged as necessary

Spring  On-going individual contact and meetings arranged as necessary  Compass Curriculum Evening

Summer  Year 6 (and Year 7) 13+ evening for parents and children to meet other families Year 7 & 8  On-going individual contact and meetings arranged as necessary  ‘Where to Next?’ evening (or a similar event)

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Choosing a Senior School

The following is an outline of the process in choosing a Senior School.

1. Preliminary Questions The first questions to consider at home are: 1. Do you want: day / boarding / co-ed / single-sex? 2. Are siblings an issue and is location important? Do not be surprised: most families find that answering these questions creates a degree of compromise. Making the best choice is all about choosing what is right for your family and your child.

2. Setting out the Process and Meeting your Senior School Guide Having attended the Year 4 Information Evening and met your senior school guide at the Year 4 Parents Evening in the Spring term in Year 4, the next step is to set up a meeting with your senior school guide. This meeting can take place anytime in Year 4 or Year 5. Please email your senior school guide.

This meeting will help you to gain an understanding of your child’s academic aptitude and which school academically might be best suited to him / her.

Your child’s academic aptitude will be discussed with you drawing upon:  the emerging talents as he or she moves through the upper forms of the Prep School;  performance data from school exams, PIE and PIMs, PIPS and other standardised testing;  the Headmaster’s, senior school guide’s and staff advice.

3. Visiting Senior Schools Following the meeting it will be wise to visit some senior schools. Most parents visit at least twice: an open day and a second or more individual visit. The first visit is usually without any child. When visiting a selection of schools, you may find the following points helpful. Thumbnail sketches of senior schools are available at the end of this document before the data on school fees. After an initial round of visits parents are able to short list their selection, refer back to the senior school and then take their son or daughter on a second visit. Take your child’s reactions and views into account but do remember the best choice is usually a parental decision. Do not expect your child to be able to make the decision: they are too young!

4. Determine Senior School Choice Following visits to senior schools it will be necessary to make a final decision as to which school(s) you would like you son or daughter to sit for. Ideally, this decision would be completed the term before the start of the term with the entrance tests, which allows ideal preparation time. A further meeting or conversation with your senior school guide will be wise and most importantly ensure the Hawthorns knows which school to prepare your child for.

5. Submit Application It is important to find out the closing dates for applications as early as possible so that deadlines are not missed. Parents complete and send in an application form; there will usually be some form of deposit payable upon Registration. The senior school will then contact the Hawthorns to provide a confidential report, in support of the application.

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Aspects for parents to consider: (remember to note the ‘gut feeling’)

1. School Ethos 2. Academic reputation  Breadth and balance (e.g. Maths, Sciences, Arts, Modern Languages, Music, Computing, D.T.)  GCSE results  ‘A’ level and/or IB results,  Universities entered 3. Pastoral Care  Policy and management of key issues: bullying, use of social media etc  Relationship: observe interactions (teacher/pupil).  Support structure 4. Size of School  Catering for individual needs, pastoral reputation, additional needs, very able. 5. Sporting opportunities 6. School development plans, facilities. 7. International connections, exchanges etc. 8. Extra-curricular opportunities: learning takes place out of the classroom. 9. Fees/bursaries/scholarships. 10. Logistics/transport/term dates.

Some quotes or advice from past parents:

‘Take the advice of the School – they really do know your child.’

‘Start early and let your thoughts evolve as your child develops.’

‘Talk to other parents with older children who have been through the process.’

‘Follow your own instincts and do not be swayed unduly by what other families do. Only you know what is right for your child.’

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Leavers’ Destinations 2001-2017

Co-educational Day/Boarding Pupils Sent 11/13+ Ardingly D/B 6/37 Bede’s Hailsham B 1/3 Bethany D/B 3/3 Box Hill D/B 7/22 Brighton College D/B -/4 D/B 55/132 City of London Freemen’s D/B 1/6 Cranleigh B -/22 Dunottar D 12/17 Eastbourne B -/16 D/B -/53 Castle D/B -/1 Hurstpierpoint D/B 1/10 Lancing B -/2 Lingfield Notre Dame D/B 6/11 Grammar D 106/86 St John’s D/B -/10 Sevenoaks D/B 7/20 Worth D/B 6/24 Independent Boys Charterhouse B -/6 Tonbridge D/B -/21 Trinity D 5/9 Whitgift D 13/12 Independent Girls Schools Benenden D/B -/1 Croydon High D -/3 Greenacre D -/1 St Leonard’s Mayfield D/B -/2 St Teresa’s D/B 3/- D/B 21/9 Maintained Schools Cranbrook D/B -/4 Kent Grammar Schools D 3/- School D 14/1 D 1/- Royal Alexander & Albert D/B 13/1 St Bede’s Redhill D 18/- Warwick D 4/- Note: D = Day B = Boarding

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Senior Schools: Timetable for Tests/Entry 2017/18

Some Senior Schools require particularly early registration and/or require pupils to sit a set of entrance tests before making an offer of a place for 11+ or 13+. Often tests are in Year 6.

If your child has additional needs and is likely to benefit from specific exam concessions, it is important to discuss individual plans with our Additional Needs team, up to one year ahead of any entry exam, to ensure each senior school’s requirements are met.

This information is for guidance only and may change.

School Recommended Year of Entry Assessment for Place Registration Ardingly 2 years prior to Y9 entry Year 7 entry exam held first 11+ test in Feb of Year 6 in – visit in Y5 or 6 Saturday in February of year of English, Mathematics, Verbal entry Reasoning & Non Verbal Reasoning Year 9 (Shell) entry Sept 2019 ISEB pre-test in Year 7 Sit ISEB Common pre-test in Year 7 in Autumn term (Oct/Nov)

Year 9 (Shell) entry Sept 2020 ISEB pre-test in Year 6 Sit ISEB pre-test in Year 6 in Summer term (May) Then CE (55%+) Bede’s School 2 years prior Year 9 entry for Sept 2018, 13+ admissions assessment, Hailsham Experience Day taken in Year 8 (Interview, Group exercises and cognitive ability testing)

CE Box Hill By end of Year 5 Year 7 entry sat in Year 6 11+ test in Jan of Year 6 in English & Mathematics Year 9 entry sat in Year 8 13+ test in Dec of Year 8 in English & Mathematics Brighton College 1 year prior Year 7 entry sat in Year 6 11+ test in Jan in Year 6 in English, Mathematics, Verbal & Non Verbal Reasoning, interview Three years prior Year 9 entry exam for Sept 11+ ISEB Common pre-test in 2019, accepting 2nd round (via Year 6 in Oct ISEB Common pre-test) sat in Also sit in Year 6, tests in E&M Year 6 (in Oct) in March for Orientation Day Also sit in Year 8 E&M test in Then in Year 8 sit CE (60+) or March and then 60%+ CE or Academic Scholarship Academic Scholarship

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School Recommended Year of Entry Assessment for Place Registration Caterham By the end of Year 5 Year 7 Interview Year 6 (Nov) 11+ test in Jan in English, Mathematics, Verbal, Non- Entry test in Year 6 (Jan) Verbal Reasoning Year 9 deferred entry for Sept Deferred entry 2019, sat in Year 6 (via ISEB ISEB Common test in the Common pre-test taken in Autumn Term of Year 6 Nov/Dec) Then In Jan of Year 6, sit entry exam and interview

Then in Nov of Year 8, sit standard 13+ entry test By Year 7 Year 9 standard entry in Year 8, 13+ test in Nov in English, sit exam and interview in Nov Mathematics, Verbal & Non- prior to year of entry Verbal Reasoning City of London At least 9 months prior Year 7 (Upper 3) entry sat in 11+ test in Jan in English, Freemen’s to entry Year 6 in Jan Mathematics, Non-Verbal Reasoning Year 8 (Lower 4) entry sat in 12+ test in Jan in English, Year 7 in Jan Mathematics, Non-Verbal Reasoning Year 9 (Upper 4) entry sat in 13+ test in Jan in English, Year 8 in Jan Mathematics, Science, Modern Foreign Language Pre-test can be sat in Jan of Year In English, Maths, Science, 6 or Year 7 for Year r 9 entry Modern Foreign Language Cranleigh 2 years prior Year 7 entry for Sept 2018 sat in 11+ activity and interview Oct Year 6 in Oct 11+ entry exam Nov Year 9 deferred entry for Sept Assessment day, interview, 2020 sat in Year 6 in Jan group discussion, test in English, Mathematics on-line and team building exercise

In Year 8 take ISEB CE (55% av) or CAS Dunottar By Year 5 Year 7 entry exam for Sept 2018 11+ test in January of Year 6 in sat in Jan of Year 6 English & Mathematics, interview Year 9 deferred entry exam for 11+ test in January of Year 6 in Sept 2020 sat in Jan of Year 6 English & Mathematics, interview Year 8 CE for streaming Year 9 standard entry exam for 13+ test in November of Year 8 Sept 2018 sat in Nov of Year 8 in English, Mathematics & Science, interview

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School Recommended Year of Entry Assessment for Place Registration Eastbourne College 3 years prior From Sept 2017, early offers to registered pupils in Year 6 (based on CAT scores Year 9 entry (assessed via CAS in 13+ CE or CAS in Year 8 May or CE in June) in Year 8 Optional Pre-test March (borderline CE) Epsom By end of Year 5/beg of Year 7 entry exam for Sept 2018 11+ test in Jan of Year 6 in Year 6 (esp. day places) sat in Jan of Year 6 English, Mathematics & Verbal Reasoning Interview in Autumn or Spring Year 9 entry exam for Sept 2020 11+ test in Jan of Year 6 in sat in Jan of Year 6 English, Mathematics & Reasoning Borderline CE candidates sit test Interview in Autumn or Spring in Jan of Year 8 Then CE (60%+) in Year 8 Hurstpierpoint 2 years prior Year 9 entry for Sept 2018 11+ ISEB Common pre-test sat College contact the Admissions Office in Year 6 (includes English, Mathematics, Verbal & Non- Year 9 entry for Sept 2019 (via Verbal Reasoning) ISEB Common Pre-test) sat in Year 6 Then 13+ CE (55%+) or CAS Lancing College 2 years prior Year 9 entry sat in Year 8, ISEB CE (55%+ pass only @ Levels 2 CE or CAS, & 3) or CAS or computerised test in Verbal, Quantitative & Spatial Reasoning Year 5 Year 7 entry exam held end of 11+ entry exam sat in Jan of Jan of year of entry Year 6 in English, Mathematics & Verbal Reasoning, interview Year 9 entry exam for Sept 2018 11+ entry exam sat in Jan of held in Jan of Year 8 Year 6 in English, Mathematics & Verbal Reasoning, interview For Deferred entry, contact the College for special Experience day held in Sept arrangements Year 8 Reigate Grammar By Year 5 Year 7 entry exam held in early 11+ entry exam sat in early Jan Jan of Year 6 of Year 6 in English, Mathematics, & Reasoning (Verbal & Non-Verbal) Interview late January Year 9 deferred entry for Sept 11+ entry exam sat in early Jan 2020, sit Jan pre-test in Year 6 of Year 6 in English, Mathematics, & Reasoning (Verbal & Non-Verbal) Interview late January Year 9 standard entry exam for 13+ entry exam sat in Nov of Sept 2018, held in Nov of Year 8 Year 8 in English, Mathematics, & Reasoning (Verbal & Non- Verbal), interview

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School Recommended Year of Entry Assessment for Place Registration St John’s 3 years prior to entry Year 7 (Lower 3rd) entry test sat 11+ entry exam in Jan of Year 6 Leatherhead in Jan of Year 6 (on-line CEM test) English, Mathematics & Abilities test (Verbal, Numerical and Non- Verbal Reasoning), interview Year 9 (4th Form) pre-test for 11+ entry exam in Jan of Year 6 Sept 2020, sat in Jan of Year 6 (on-line CEM test) English, Mathematics & Abilities test (Verbal, Numerical and Non- Verbal Reasoning), interview

13+ Year 8 CE (55%+ all subjects) or School’s own test in Feb prior to entry Sevenoaks At least 1 year prior to Year 7 competitive entry exam 11+ competitive entry exam in entry sat in Jan of Year 6 January in English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning, group interview At least 2 years prior to Year 9 competitive entry for 13+ entry exam in May of Year 7 entry for both day and Sept 2019, exam sat in May of in English, Mathematics, Verbal boarding Year 7 for unconditional offer, Reasoning, 40 min group then CE in Year 8 interview

If offered to take academic scholarship exam, sat in May of Year 8

13+ Year 8 CE (70% av. and not to fall below 55% in core subjects) Tonbridge 3 years prior to entry / Year 9 (First Year) entry for Sept 11+ ISEB Common pre-test in register early 2020 (via ISEB Common pre- Year 6 in Autumn term test) sat in Year 6 (Oct) 2018 – lists closed Assessment afternoon in 2019 – lists closed Then assessment afternoon Autumn of Year 6 (receive 2020 onwards – day & Autumn term of Year 6 unconditional or provisional boarding lists open offer for Year 9 place)

Provisional offer requires further testing in Summer of Year 7

13+ Academic Scholarship (April/May – Latin Level 2) of Year 8 or CE (65%) but is no longer a condition of entry

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School Recommended Year of Entry Assessment for Place Registration Trinity By Year 5 Year 7 entry exam held in early 11+ entry exam in early January Jan of Year 6 of Year 6 in English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning

Interviews mid/end January By Year 7 Year 9 entry exam held in early 13+ entry exam in early January Jan of Year 8 of Year 8 in English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning

Interviews mid/end January Whitgift 1 year prior Year 7 entry exam for 2018, 11+ entry exam sat in early Jan held in early Jan of Year 6 of Year 6 (whole day in small groups) in English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning Boarding only: Year 9 pre-test for boarding 11+ entry exam sat in May of 2 years prior if deferred entry only, for Sept 2019 & Year 6 or Year 7 in English, entry 2020, held in May 2018, in Year Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning 6 or Year 7

Or apply mid-August to Nov prior to entry as per day applications 1 year prior Year 9 entry exam for 2018, 13+ entry exam sat in early Jan held in early Jan of Year 8 of Year 8 (whole day in small groups) in English, Mathematics & Science Woldingham 2 years prior Year 7entry exam for Sept 2018, 11+ entry exam in Nov of Year 6 held in Nov of Year 6 in English, Mathematics, on-line cognitive ability testing (Verbal, Non-Verbal & Quantitative Reasoning)

Taster event held in Oct of Year 6 Year 9 deferred entry exam for 11+ entry exam in Nov of Year 6 Sept 2020, held in Nov of Year 6 in English, Mathematics, on-line cognitive ability testing (Verbal, Non-Verbal & Quantitative Reasoning) Year 9 standard entry exam for 11+ entry exam in Nov of Year 8 Sept 2018, held in Nov of Year 8 in English, Mathematics & Science, on-line cognitive ability testing (Verbal, Non-Verbal & Quantitative Reasoning)

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School Recommended Year of Entry Assessment for Place Registration Worth 2 years prior to entry Year 7 entry exam for Sept 11+ Junior assessment day held 2018, held in Spring of Year 6 in Spring of Year 6 for on-line exam (Verbal, Numerical and Non-Verbal testing), interview, group task Year 9 entry exam for Sept 11+ ISEB Common pre-test sat 2019, sit ISEB Common pre-test in Feb of Year 7 (English, in Feb of Year 7 (18 months Mathematics, Verbal & Non- prior to entry) Verbal Reasoning)

Or Spring of Year 7, attend assessment days: interviews & CE in Year 8 or Worth’s exam in small group tasks June in year of entry 13+ Introductory Day in Autumn term of Year 8 Maintained Sector Please check individual Please check individual Schools’ (e.g. Grammar) Schools’ websites websites/Exams may be early Sept of Year 6

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Senior School Entrance

Entrance into independent co-educational, or single sex schools is through competitive senior school entrance exams set by senior schools or the ISEB (Independent Schools Examination Board) and entrance to maintained schools can be difficult to predict. The Hawthorns aims to support all parents and prepare all children whatever their destination school and whenever they depart. It is important that parents keep the School informed as to their intentions.

Independent School Entrance A range of entry procedures exists, varying from entrance tests in Year 6 or 7 for the majority, to the more traditional entrance exams in June of Year 8.

Several local senior schools now offer entrance tests for entrance into Year 7 (11+) and or Year 9 (13+) with entrance tests sat early in the Autumn or Spring Term comprising English, Maths and Verbal and non-Reasoning (occasionally Science) in Year 6.

Interview(s) are held and a confidential report is required from The Hawthorns. Senior Schools require parents to choose whether they are applying for entrance in Year 7 or entrance into Year 9. Speak to your senior school guide as to what each route means for your child. Do discuss the relative merits of a Year 7 or a Year 9 entrance to senior school and be aware that the majority of children stay to Year 8.

In some of our local senior schools, the entry exam procedure at Year 8 is similar to that for Year 6, with Autumn or Spring exams in a limited number of subjects (e.g. English, Maths and Verbal and Non- Verbal Reasoning), sometimes followed by assessment in the Summer for setting purposes.

Some traditional senior schools have one entrance into Year 9 and their entrance procedures may also vary.

It will be necessary to contact each senior school and ask for details of their assessment schedule. Since senior school schedules have been changing from school to school over the last year do please share any feedback with your senior school guide to ensure a joined up approach.

State School Entrance In Year 6 this is the main age of entry to Grammar or state sector schools and competition for places for some schools can be high. For pupils entering the maintained sector, it is necessary to contact your Local Authority during the preceding Summer Term of Year 5 if considering selection, and at the beginning of the Autumn Term of Year 6 for details of the application process for other state schools. Many schools hold a pre-assessment day in the Autumn Term prior to entry and it is not uncommon for children to sit for more than one school as a back-up where required.

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Scholarships and Awards Guidance

This document aims to provide information and guidance concerning academic and non-academic scholarships and awards to senior schools. For clarification, the term ‘scholarship’ usually refers to a major fixed prize or a significant percentage of fees (e.g. 15% or more); the term ‘award’ (sometimes ‘exhibition’) tends to be used for a lesser amount – i.e. 5-10% of fees.

Please note that these are given on the basis of a child’s ability/potential and as such, they can differ from bursaries, which include a degree of means-testing.

Parents are advised to seek a meeting with the relevant Head of Department at The Hawthorns to identify key issues around scholarship applications well in advance. The Hawthorns has an impressive scholarship and awards record and applications require a considerable quantity of information, with testimonials and confidential reports about a large number of children compiled for senior schools. It is very important to be informed of your intentions as early as possible, in order that The Hawthorns has plenty of time to manage the administrative workload etc.

Before deciding upon a scholarship route for your child we recommend you consider the following questions:

Have you agreed on a senior school for your child? Before contemplating the range of awards, it is particularly important to have decided upon the merits of at least two senior schools as potential destinations for your child. It is usual to begin with a list of schools discussed at a meeting with your senior school guide during Years 4 at The Hawthorns. We strongly recommend that these be narrowed down to a maximum of two definite choices approximately 18 months before transfer or earlier if sitting a deferred entry test.

Scholarships/other related awards recognise natural ability and invest in potential for tomorrow. Does your child need this pressure? In granting an award to a prospective pupil, the senior school will do so on the understanding that the child’s future contributions will enhance the profile of that school. The conditions applied to the awards can vary enormously from a formal contract to an informal verbal agreement. They may be reviewed annually, linked directly to performance and results or be devoid of any review at all. Nonetheless, the expectation is that your child will dedicate a significant amount of time and effort over the following 5-7 years and may be expected to elect certain public examinations at GCSE or A level, in the given discipline. Before assessing the nature of the award, consider whether your child undertakes the activity for enjoyment and is self-disciplined, without being prompted. Is there a passion for the activity which mirrors his/her ability?

Is your child excelling in a particular area? Most senior schools will publish specific scholarship criteria on their websites. Read through the documentation carefully in considering the potential of an award. If your child ticks all the boxes, a meeting with the relevant Head of Department at The Hawthorns should be arranged. In the event that your child does not meet the exact criteria, but you remain convinced of his/her suitability, a meeting with the relevant Head of Department should be made immediately, to talk it through.

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Scholarship Suitability and Award Criteria

Further guidance is provided by Heads of Department and with the Head of Scholars (Aled Duggan)

Scholarships may be sat in the Spring or Summer Terms. These include opportunities for Academic, All Rounder, DT, Drama, Music, Art and Sport awards. We expect scholars to be committed to an extra level of study, with appropriate support.

Academic Standards vary across a range of senior schools: some academic scholarships and awards are based simply on a candidate’s performance in standard entrance examinations (typically English, Maths, Reasoning and Interview); other schools adopt a broader assessment which includes specific scholarship papers across a full range of subjects. Appropriate academic aptitude should have been highlighted in examinations, school reports and previous meetings with the Headmaster, Senior or Academic Deputies.

Art & Design Potential Art scholars demonstrate exceptional ability in drawing, painting and modelling skills. They will regularly have worked on display in the School, attend at least one extra Art session a week and show evidence of creating work outside the classroom. They need to be independent thinkers & workers, constantly generating and exchanging ideas rather than being teacher-led. Regular visits to exhibitions, holiday work and an ability to talk about Art are important indicators of their passion for the subject.

Music Potential is highlighted by participation in the School Ensemble groups, Orchestra and Choir/s, together with regular performances at music concerts. Senior schools expect music scholars to offer a minimum of two instruments, with Grade 4 being the lowest acceptable grade for their strongest instrument at Year 6 (including singing) and the expectation of Grade 6 standard or above at Year 8. Children’s chances are enhanced through attendance of external groups such as the Reigate String Orchestra, or the SESAW group for wind players. We also encourage children to audition for National Choirs and Orchestras, so that they gain experience and expert tuition.

Performing Arts Pupils should be enthusiastic participants in Drama or Dance lessons (incl. grade exams). Significant character roles in School productions and being a member of an Amateur Dramatic Society or Youth Theatre Group outside school are desirable. Other evidence to suggest genuine interest would be regular visits to West End or touring productions. A Performing Arts portfolio may include programmes, tickets stubs and newspaper reviews from recent shows.

Sport The potential scholar will be identified as having good to excellent ability in a minimum of two major school sports. Regular membership of Hawthorns’ A teams across several disciplines, together with evidence of extra-curricular participation at club or at times County representation may be a requirement. All-round athletic ability will be viewed as a significant advantage, too.

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Preparation for Senior School Entrance

Confidential Report to Senior School These are requested by senior schools and written by the Head of School with the support of relevant teachers, in conjunction with the Headmaster, to support a candidate’s application. Generally, the report covers a child’s personality, performance in standardized tests, academic potential and all aspects of School life.

Testimonials If pupils receive individual teaching from music and other specialists, it may be necessary and advantageous to obtain testimonials to be sent by the School with the confidential Headmaster’s Report, following discussion with the Head of Department. This is particularly important in the case of Scholarship (and other Award) applications. Please see Scholarship and Award Guidance.

Revision Children will be given opportunity in school to practice examination and assessment techniques in English, Maths, Verbal and Non-Reasoning. This will take place in lesson time. Please bear in mind that many senior schools now design their entrance tests so that performance cannot be significantly affected by the revision of factual knowledge. Different approaches to revision work better for different subjects. Hints and advice on specific revision techniques are given by the Year 6 subject teachers, as well as reinforcement of different strategies and revision methods. Guidelines regarding preparation in Maths, English and VR are issued in the Autumn Term of Year 6, 7 and 8 as appropriate.

Practice Papers Lesson time in Year 6 is devoted to the curriculum required by most schools for their individual exams. In many cases exams take place in early January, therefore revision work will be set for the Autumn half term, after which practice papers will be issued on a regular basis followed up with subject teacher help. Christmas holiday work will also be given to continue this preparation up to the final exam date. Where exams take place before January, provision will be made to begin practice papers earlier.

Past Papers Please be wary about asking your child to sit practice papers at home too early and liaise with his or her subject teacher as appropriate. Some schools publish past papers on their websites and might send specimen papers along with registration information. The School does not hold copies of past entrance papers as they are set and managed by individual schools (although there are a couple of exceptions to this).

Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning Verbal and non-Verbal Reasoning practice papers and study sessions are specifically provided within the timetable in the Autumn Term of Years 6,7 and 8 for those taking entry exams. Parents may purchase additional sets of papers from local stationers for further practice at home.

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Interview Practice Candidates are encouraged to compile an interview preparation sheet. This sets out their personal details, aspirations, hobbies and achievements. This is completed with the help of staff and Form Teachers, by the time of potential interview dates. Interview practice is arranged, usually in the weeks immediately before the actual interview, in order that advice and pointers for success are fresh in the pupils’ minds.

Portfolios Art portfolios will need to be prepared well in advance (from Year 5 onwards) by those pupils working towards Scholarships and Awards. This will be coordinated by the Head of Art. Attendance at extra Art Club and Workshops is encouraged.

Outside Tutors Whilst it is not the School’s usual recommendation, if you choose to employ the services of an outside Tutor, please let us know. In this way we can liaise and ensure that there is good co-ordination in the support and preparation that are being given between home and School.

How Can Parents Help? Parents can help most by being encouraging and supportive and not putting too much pressure onto their children, but helping to consolidate basic knowledge, e.g. 4 rules, spelling and regular reading. Ensuring the correct balance is maintained between work and relaxation. It is important for parents to be aware of their child’s overall timetable to ensure that their son or daughter is not overloaded Close liaison with the School at all stages of the process is advised, regarding any academic concerns and exam related matters.

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Verbal Reasoning Guidelines

Verbal Reasoning covers language and some numeracy skills; non-Verbal Reasoning covers spatial awareness, visual and conceptual patterns.

An introduction to Verbal and non-Verbal Reasoning is provided during the Autumn term of Year 6. Pupils hoping to transfer at Year 7, are provided with a pack of practice papers made available and additional papers obtained from local stationers (e.g. W H Smith), if you so wish. Pupils are expected to complete these papers at home, with answers provided for self-checking. A second attempt at mistakes is expected, ensuring that key words have been identified in the questions, before bringing any problem areas back into School, to be discussed with a member of staff.

Often, carelessness in reading the question is an issue. Valuable time can be spent at home, helping children with this discipline of reading carefully, identifying question types and finding the patterns and logic in an answer. This is what reasoning is all about. These tests identify innate ability, which can be enhanced through familiarisation, but not cramming!

There are many different types of questions and formats, including online versions, but the ‘reasoning’ is similar. An emphasis is put on identifying the types of questions used, with guidelines and a grid to do this (see below), provided by the School.

Verbal Reasoning should be both challenging and fun, with more than one answer possible at times, which promotes children’s thinking skills, to find the best fit. Do contact Mr Walton for further advice. Practice makes perfect!

Example: Verbal Reasoning (complete a tally |||| ) Practice Paper 1 Practice Paper 2 Word completion || | Word patterns/families ||| || Comparisons | |||| Similarities/opposites || Meanings – ‘best fit’ or odd-1-out |||| Codes & sequences | Working with numbers +/-/x ||

Make sense …? |

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Thumbnail Sketches of Senior Schools

Co-educational Schools

Ardingly College, Haywards Heath 01444 893000 Head: Mr Ben Figgis www.ardingly.com [email protected] The College is part of the “Woodard Foundation” and is full of character, with a sporty ethos and a broad ability range, founded within the Christian Faith. Fed by a Pre-Prep and Prep, the School has been fully co-educational since 1982 with 500+ pupils, 200+ of whom are largely weekly boarders (Monday to Friday). It has a good academic record in both Arts and Science with a strong tradition of Music, Sport (football not rugby), Drama and good Special Needs support. The International Baccalaureate Diploma programme is a two year course of study designed to provide academic rigour, breadth and coherence. “Small enough to care, large enough to compete. The children don’t want to go home” (Head). “It has really suited our two boys and the transition from The Hawthorns seemed very easy and natural. It is a very happy school and warmly encourages the pupils to push themselves without exerting unnecessary angst as with some more selective schools”.

Bede’s School, Hailsham 01323 843252 Head: Mr Peter Goodyer www.bedes.org [email protected] Bede's is an independent, co-educational school located on two sites, one by the sea in Eastbourne and one in the heart of the Sussex countryside. Founded in 1978 it admits day and boarding pupils but is primarily a boarding school and is organised with the aim of providing a happy and challenging atmosphere seven days a week. Girls and boys leave with their spirits and confidence high, aware of what they have achieved and can do in the future and proud of themselves, and self-aware. A very wide ranging programme, both academically and in its extra-curricular activities is provided which means there is an ability to tailor programmes to the individual’s needs to an unusually high degree. Bede’s offers over 40 courses at GCSE and almost double that number in the Sixth Form.

Box Hill School, Mickleham, 01306 373382 Head: Mr Cory Lowde Admissions: Kirsty Hammond www.boxhillschool.org.uk [email protected] Box Hill caters well for the individual, set in 40 acres, following the Kurt Hahn/ philosophy – ‘plus est en vous’ and Round Square system. Pupils are encouraged to face challenges and take responsibilities at an early age, in a community of 350+ pupils. Entry is at 11, 12 or 13, weekly or full boarders. A broad curriculum is complemented by an extensive international and outdoor activities programme. Wide ability intake. The Sixth Form focuses on IB Diploma programme, a challenging two-year pre-university course with rigorous internal and external assessment. “It gives each individual the chance to develop to their own potential in all areas of school life. It produces well rounded individuals under the excellent guidance of the Headmaster. The Duke of Edinburgh scheme is to be highly commended”.

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Caterham School 01883 343028 Head: Mr Ceri Jones www.caterhamschool.co.uk [email protected] Day and boarding school, the senior school has 800+ pupils including boarders, all situated on an 80 acre site with superb facilities. A rich, well-rounded school, offering a broad education based on Christian principles and a strong pastoral structure which is both friendly and firm. Caterham suits bright, out-going pupils. Opportunities abound on the academic, artistic and sporting fronts. Entry at 11+, with a large cohort of pupils joining at 13+ through a deferred entry test or standard 13+ entry test. Excellent A-level results enable all pupils to progress to university with 85% going to one in the top tier. Beautiful 80-acre campus, combined with extensive modern facilities, offering a wide range of sports and co-curricular activities. “We can do amazing things for pupils of all abilities …. come and visit”. (Assistant Head). “I have three children two of whom entered at 13 and one at 11+. It is very much an all-rounder school, giving children of all abilities and character the opportunity to develop their individual strengths and full potential. The school is strong in all areas, including music, sport and arts with excellent results across the board. There is a caring and supportive pastoral system”.

City of London Freemen’s School (Ashtead) 01372 277933 Head: Mr Roland Martin www.clfs..sch.uk [email protected] A day and boarding school for children aged 7 to 18 years. It is one of three independent schools owned by the City of London Corporation. There are strong links between the schools and both the Corporation and the City Livery Companies. It has a junior school linked to the Local authority. Non-denominational Christian ethos with close links to the local church. The School remains committed to the aims of its founders and provides bursary assistance to children. It stands in 57 acres of parkland with outstanding facilities. Whilst the School has an excellent academic record, it is not elitist, offering everyone their moment to shine with excellent sporting, musical and dramatic opportunities. Good results at GCSE & A Levels. “The friendly, yet business-like, ‘grown-up’ and purposeful relationship that was quickly established by the staff with my sons (both of whom entered at 13+), the many and varied opportunities offered to them, the excellent teaching, nurturing, guidance and space provided to enable them to develop into responsible, confident, thoughtful and caring members of society with strong academic success, have all been hugely impressive”.

Cranleigh School 01483 273666 Head: Mr Martin Reader www.cranleigh.org [email protected] Cranleigh, set in 200 acres of Surrey farmland, flourishes as a strong boarding community from 13 to 18 years with 200 girls and 400 boys and also welcomes day pupils. All are encouraged to make the most of their potential and to become talented, wise adults with an ability to adapt to a fast-changing world. Strengths in Science, Technology, Languages and a high reputation for Music, Drama with high standards in Games too. There is a strong and integrated House system. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels. “Non-selective, something for absolutely everyone!” (Deputy Head)

Dunottar School 01737 761945 Head: Mr Mark Tottman www.dunottar.surrey.sch.uk [email protected] Now part of the group a co-educational day school for children between the ages of 11 and 18. Situated in 15 acres of grounds on the outskirts of Reigate its aim is to retain its warm, personable, energetic and respectful ethos. It’s all roundedness, levels of personal attention for each pupil and exceptionally effective ‘value added’ measures are all strengths. It has a nurturing environment with exciting plans for future development. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels. “It is a small well established school with a similar ethos and friendly atmosphere to The Hawthorns. At 13 my daughter had no problems in making friends and settling in. It continues to aim high academically, has super music teaching, a new sports hall, library and 6th Form block.” Eastbourne College 01323 452300 22

Head: Mr Tom Lawson www.eastbourne-college.co.uk [email protected] Fully co-educational since 1995 taking day and boarding pupils at 13, it is a genuinely all-round school with a good academic tradition and Christian ethos. Set in the heart of Eastbourne, it has a large capital development project underway with easy access to Gatwick and London by train. Encouragement is given to all pupils by a highly committed and friendly staff, to be thoroughly involved across curricular, arts and extensive activity. It has a strong House and community structure programmes. Excellent sports Department. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels. “It is still full boarding which gives a sound community at weekends. There is a great rapport between staff and pupils and always a warm welcome from everyone”.

Epsom College 01372 821234 Head: Mr Jay Piggot www.epsomcollege.org.uk [email protected] Looking for the strong all-rounder, the College has medical/science roots and has been fully co-educational since 1996 with excellent integration and opportunities for girls. Approximately 700+ pupils (approx. 50:50 day/boarding) admitted 11+ from September 2016. Strong academic tradition and common sense ethos, with very competitive sport and a large range of activities. Set in a large campus with excellent facilities. Early registration required by the end of Year 5. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels. “Motto: ‘Seize the day’. After the solid grounding of The Hawthorns the move to Epsom was easy. The teaching is excellent and there is a large choice of sports and extra activity options.”

Ewell Castle School 020 8394 3561 Principal: Mr Peter Harris www.ewellcastle.co.uk [email protected] The Senior School is small (400 approx.) and became fully co-educational admitting girls into Years 7 and 9 as well as the 6th Form since September 2015. It has a dynamic Principal and is well suited to individuals who are performing at an average level and might have mild SEN. SEN pupils are taught within the classroom with a SENCO providing support. Form tutor and year group head provide continuity and pastoral support. Recent improvements to the facilities include a sports centre, extensions to Science and DT, establishment of an ICT suite and a new music school. Points of entry are at 11/13+ and entry includes interview, report from previous school and a written assessment or CE at 13+. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels.

Hurstpierpoint College 01273 833636 Head: Mr Tim Manly www.hppc.co.uk [email protected] It is a co-educational day and boarding school of 800+ set in a large country campus. Boarding is particularly popular with many day pupils and flexi-boarders opting to become weekly boarders. As a Woodard school it has a Christian foundation and values. Academic standards are high and university destinations are impressive. The week is structured to allow pupils to study a variety of subject options that can be adapted to suit their natural ability. The School operates a “Sport for All” policy where major sports are played for the first two years followed by a greater element of choice. There is a strong music and drama tradition. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels. “Both boys have been very happy from day one. There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in drama, arts, music and sports at Hurst. Working hard and achieving your best is standard practice and there has always been tremendous support from the staff to help you along the way”.

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Lingfield College 01342 832407 Head: Mr Richard Bool www.lingfieldcollege.co.uk [email protected] Lingfield College is a fully co-educational, day school. The school has over 900 students with ages ranging from 2.5 to 18 years. The school is progressive and innovative whilst being family focused and rooted in the local community. Facilities are modern and well resourced. The Sports programme is highly successful and inclusive and complements a comprehensive co-curricular programme. There is an excellent Scholarship programme. Scholarships are awarded for academic excellence and for Music, Art, Drama and Sports at 11+ and 13+. Lingfield prides itself on being a very friendly school where the pastoral care is exceptional. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels.

Radnor House School (previously Combe Bank) 01959 563720 Head: Mr David Paton Registrar: Wendy Owens www.radnor-sevenoaks.org [email protected] Co-ed day school, Radnor House is part of the Radnor House Group of Schools. A Roman Catholic day school, it aims to provide a Christian education for boys and girls (fully co-ed from September 2015) of all denominations and to allow each child to benefit from individual and personalised learning programmes while enjoying social interaction which provides the best quality academic and personal education. Set in 27 acres near Sevenoaks, it caters for 400+ pupils from 3 to 18. A programme of GCSE & A Levels is offered. Entry is by interview and candidates sit an 11+ senior school entrance exam.

Reigate Grammar School 01737 222231 Head: Mr Shaun Fenton www.reigategrammar.org [email protected] With a strong emphasis upon academic success, RGS suits bright organised children. Situated in the heart of the town RGS has its playing fields at Hartswood, south of Reigate. Entry is at 11+ and 13+ a good number of pupils join at 13+ or through a deferred entry system. Fully co-educational since 1993. It numbers ~900 pupils who come from a wide geographical area. It has a very strong academic record with an excellent reputation of excellence in Sport, Music and Drama. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels.

St. John’s School, Leatherhead 01372 373000 Head: Mrs Rowena Cole www.stjohnsleatherhead.co.uk [email protected] Originally founded in North London in 1851 for the education of the sons of Anglican clergy, it moved to its 50 acre site in Leatherhead in 1872. Pupils enter at 11+ (girls previously only admitted in the 6th Form) and offers day, weekly and full boarding places. The 19th century buildings form and open cloistered quadrangle and extensive development of the site has produced excellent facilities including a modern Chapel. This is a small school with rigorous academic teaching and strong pastoral system. Sport, Art and Drama are all extremely strong. Early registration required by the end of Year 5. The final year for the current Head before he retires. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels. “With approximately 500 pupils it is able to know and support each child individually. Its pastoral care is wonderful and it has provided a rich academic environment for our son. It has a strong sports’ department (particularly rugby/hockey) and we have been impressed with the concentration on music and the arts. There is a strong debating tradition. A super all-rounder school where you have to be prepared for a full, busy but rewarding timetable.”

Sevenoaks School 01732 455133 Head: Dr Katy Ricks www.sevenoaksschool.org [email protected] The School occupies 95 acres next to Knole Park in a campus environment and have a mixed day/boarding community with entry at 11+ or 13+. It is genuinely co-educational with rigorous international links and strengths across the range of subjects. With a very impressive academic record, Sevenoaks suits bright sparky children. Sport, Music and Drama figure prominently. The International Baccalaureate was pioneered and is solely followed. Sevenoaks School believes the International Baccalaureate to be the best educational experience on offer today. It is the gold standard in international Sixth Form education and has been shown to provide the best preparation for the most competitive universities. 24

“An excellent local school with a rich academic and wide extra-curricular provision, topped with a challenging international outlook. It is a demanding environment, not for the faint-hearted!”

Wellington College 01344 444013 Master: Mr Julian P Thomas www.wellingtoncollege.org.uk [email protected] Set in a woodland estate of 400 acres with approximately 985 pupils, the College went co-educational in September 2006, having previously only admitted girls to the 6th Form. Strong academic standards with most work taking place in specialist blocks. It has a national reputation for prowess in games supported by outstanding facilities. It is a Round Square school made up of schools from around the world which are all pledged to foster international standing and to educate through service at home and overseas. Offering GCSE and International Baccalaureate programme. “One of the top co-educational boarding schools and we feel very privileged that our children are educated there. It successfully mixes tradition with innovation and provides amazing opportunities. It is fantastic for a child that is an all- rounder with a passion to learn and for parents that want to be involved and learn too”.

Worth School 01342 710200 Head: Mr Stuart McPherson www.worthschool.co.uk [email protected] A Roman Catholic boarding and day (4:1) school welcoming pupils of all faiths. Worth is a learning community in which it is easy to know and be known, offering each pupil a high level of pastoral care, the best of modern education. Worth offers students an education based on five key features: work, play, love, morality and religion, all of which are of equal importance. Entry at 13+ pupils take the School’s own entry tests in the Spring term. The School has offered the IB since 2002. The Sixth Form opportunities to study A Levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma in pursuit of academic success, and personal, social and spiritual development. “Worth certainly seems to encourage the more independent and original thinker. The SEN support is excellent and the staff are encouraging, supportive are very committed to the pupils. The D of E scheme is well run and inspiring.”

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All Boys’ Schools

Charterhouse School 01483 291501 Head: Dr Alex Peterken www.charterhouse.org.uk [email protected] The School offers outstanding facilities on its 200 acre estate near Godalming and is essentially a boys’ boarding school of 700+ pupils with 11 boarding houses. Entry is via Common Entrance at 13+ and girls are admitted in the 6th Form. It prides itself on the excellence of its all-round education based on a long tradition of distinguished teaching and academic success. Their curriculum follows the normal path to (I)GCSEs in Year 11, followed by a choice of Cambridge Pre-U courses or the IB Diploma Programme in the Sixth Form. “The academic standard is high and the school aims to develop two areas of excellence for each pupil which can form a source of future confidence and success. Each pupil is empowered to organise and manage their own life and time in school. Equal respect is given to sport and cultural activities. The pupils develop confidence, set themselves high standards, respect diversity and establish values and a sense of the world around them.”

Tonbridge School 01732 365555 Head: Mr Tim H P Haynes www.tonbridge-school.org [email protected] Tonbridge School is one of the leading boys' boarding schools in the country and highly respected internationally. Situated in 150 acres, the original buildings have been enhanced by an impressive development programme for the 750+ boys who enter at 13+. Tonbridge is a Christian foundation and provides an academic education remarkable for both its breadth of opportunity and the exceptional standards achieved in all areas of school life. The School believes in the importance of general education and has a reputation for a strong sporting, musical and drama tradition. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels. “A first class school with a huge range of opportunities where the boys can always find something that will provide challenge, enjoyment and personal reward. The facilities are excellent and these are enjoyed both by the pupils and parents. In the classroom the demands are high, but manageable with a wide range of subjects on offer. Alongside a strong House system and extensive extra-curricular opportunities, reporting to parents is really informative . Tonbridge comes highly recommended!”

Trinity School 020 8656 9541 Head: Mr Alasdair Kennedy www.trinity-school.org [email protected] The school, one of the three governed by the Whitgift Foundation, is a day school with 900+ pupils. It aims to give a wide education to boys of academic promise, irrespective of their parents’ income. It is set in 27 acres in Shirley Park with outstanding facilities and boys enter at 10, 11 or 13+ by competitive exams. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels. “It is a lovely school with all the facilities and pride of Whitgift without the focus on league tables and rugby results. Teaching is of a high quality, masters bring out the best in their pupils and not just the most intelligent. There is a healthy attitude to the balance between academic and non-academic pastimes. The clear aim is for each boy to realise their ambitions. Sport tends to be seen as fun with a lot of teams fielded. Water sports are a strength.”

Whitgift School 020 8668 9222 Head: Mr Christopher Ramsey www.whitgift.co.uk [email protected] Situated in 45 acres with extensive playing fields, the school offers a challenging and balanced education combining high academic achievement with the all-round development of the individual through games and co-curricular activities. Entry is by competitive exams and interview at 10, 11 and 13+. A boarding house opened in September 2012. Whitgift are proud of their Upper Sixth Form International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma programme also offering GCSE and A Level education. “Our three sons have benefitted enormously from the all-round education provided. They have been able to develop their individual potential to the full. The excellent supportive staff are definitely Whitgift’s most important asset. It is

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Winchester College 01962 621100 Head: Mr Timothy Hands Mr Andrew Shedden www.winchestercollege.org [email protected] or [email protected] It is distinctive among boys’ boarding schools in its combination of intellectual tone, promotion of high culture and pastoral care. They develop in pupils an intelligent and critical awareness of the world; a confident ability to think independently and with originality and strong communication skills based on systemic reading and discussion. Every boy is a full boarder. Boys usually complete between eight and ten GCSEs. The School follows Cambridge Pre-U courses in all subjects.

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All Girls’ Schools

Benenden School 01580 240592 Head: Mrs Samantha Price www.benenden.kent.sch.uk [email protected] Benenden School is a mainstream, independently funded senior school for girls in Cranbrook, Kent. Age range from 11 to 18 with a student roll of 550 pupils with approximately 180 of those in the Sixth Form, CoE, with a selective admissions policy. It is one of the leading boarding schools in Britain for the last 90 years, founded in 1923 and situated in 240 acres of attractive parkland in Kent, the Garden of . It follows a programme of A Level and GCSE results.

Croydon High School 020 8260 7500 Head: Mrs Emma Pattison, www.croydonhigh/gdst.net [email protected] Part of The Girls’ Day School Trust, Croydon High is situated in Selsdon near Croydon in 20 acres of grounds and provides a superb all round education for 600 girls, with entry through their own entrance tests at 11+/13+. It combines tradition with a forward-thinking, supporting and nurturing atmosphere where every girl is encouraged to participate in the wide ranging extra-curricular life of the school. It aims to develop confident young women who have achieved excellent academic results. Offering a programme of GCSE & A Levels.

Mayfield School 01435 874600 Head: Miss Antonia Beary www.mayfieldgirls.org [email protected] Mayfield is a top independent day and boarding school for girls in East Sussex. Age range from 11 to 18 years, with a student count of 354, Roman Catholic, with a selective admissions policy. Set in the beautiful Sussex countryside. Their academic results are excellent, their extra-curricular activities plentiful, pastoral care exemplary. Mayfield is a happy school. Offering a programme of GCSE, A Levels and Cambridge Pre-U education. Country Life magazine described Mayfield as "one of the finest schools in the land.”

Woldingham School 01883 349431 Head: Mrs Alex Hutchinson MA www.woldinghamschool.co.uk [email protected] A Roman Catholic school welcoming pupils of all faiths Woldingham provides a caring and supportive Christian community in which girls are happy, confident and inspired to meet challenges and to achieve excellence in whatever they choose to do. With a growing academic reputation, pupils gain personal success, independence and an enquiring mind that enables them to make positive influences in the wider community. At Woldingham, all students study English Literature, English Language, Mathematics, three Sciences, Religious Studies and at least one foreign language up until GCSE/IGCSE. Their Sixth Form offers a range of 29 different A Level subjects. Students also have the opportunity to pursue an Extended Project Qualification, in which they can develop their research and presentation skills in a particular area of personal interest. “Our daughter’s confidence has grown enormously and having started as a day pupil, she was very keen to board which has been a positive experience. The drama productions are second to none.” “Happy, busy, Christian, caring, beautiful site” (key descriptors from Where to Next 9.10)

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MAINTAINED SCHOOLS Telephone Head , Caterham 01883 347818 Mr Jeremy Garner Oakwood School, 01293 785363 Mr S Potter Oxted County, Oxted 01883712425 Mrs Nicola Euridge Reigate School , Reigate 01737 243166 Mrs S Wardlow St Bede’s School, Redhill 01737 212108 Mr Stephen Crabtree Warwick School, Redhill 01737 764356 Mr Ron Searle School, Warlingham 01883 624067 Mr Nick Bradwell Royal Alexandra & Albert School, Reigate 01737 649001 Mr Mark Dixon

Do not hesitate to speak to me or a member of the Senior Management Team for further details or advice about any future school issues.

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Senior School Fees 2017/18

These are approximate TERMLY fees for 11+/13+ day/boarding and should be used for guidance only. Please see separate schools’ websites.

Schools Day Boarding Day Boarding Years 7&8 Years 7&8 Years 9 to 11 Years 9 to 11 Co-Educational Ardingly College £5,150 £46 per night £7,550-£7,870 £9,050-£11,140 Bedes, Hailsham N/A N/A £6,640 £9,460-£10,055 Brighton College £5,420-£6,250 £10,740-£12,050 £7,480-£7,930 £7,640-£12,730 £5,735 £8,835-£10,800 £6,040 £8,835-£11,250 £5,790 £11,020 £5,790-£6,060 £10,871-£11,610 City of London Freeman’s £4,680 £56 per night £5,847 £8,693-£9,753 N/A- N/A £9,995 £12,205 £5,164 N/A £5,164+ N/A Eastbourne College N/A N/A £7,420-£7,540 £11,310-£11,440 N/A N/A £5,928-£8,059 £8,154-£11,886 Ewell Castle £5,325 N/A £5,325 N/A Hurstpierpoint College N/A N/A £7,620-£7,720 £9,005-£11,500 Lancing College N/A N/A £8,190 £11,645 Lingfield College £4,867 N/A £4,867 N/A Reigate Grammar £6,020 N/A £6,020 N/A St John’s Leatherhead £6,170 N/A £7,860 £2,070 weekly Sevenoaks School £7,485 £11,955 £7,485- £8,499 £11,955-£12,969 Wellington College N/A N/A £9,310 £12,740 Worth School £5,140 £6,520-£6,830 £7,570 £10,700 Boys N/A N/A £10,483 £12,687 Tonbridge School N/A N/A £9,743 £12,988 Trinity School £5,552 N/A £5,552 N/A Whitgift School £6,454 £10,149-£12,137 £6,454 £10,149-£12,137 N/A N/A N/A £12,700 Girls Croydon High School £5,185 N/A £5,378 N/A Greenacre £5,094 N/A £5,094 N/A £6,695 £10,810 £7,297 £11,769

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Interview Points to Consider

A Preparation sheet for Pupils

How can you stick in the interviewer’s memory? (look them in the eye and smile)

1. Presentation and initial meeting: Breathe deeply and breathe ‘out’ any worries. Remember your firm handshake. Smart, confident, eye contact and warm greeting (eg ‘good morning’/ ‘good afternoon’ … name?).

2. Why this senior school? What are the strengths?: reputation, setting, facilities, other reasons? - get ideas from prospectus and your visit.

3. What can YOU offer the school? All-rounder, enjoy academic work, particular strengths, sports, music art, drama etc. … Others? Talk about your family, your strengths and your achievements.

4. Tell me about your current school. Size, setting, likes e.g. friendly, breadth of activities. Dislikes ….. ? (But don’t dwell on them!). Be prepared to talk about the school day. What would you change to make it even better?

5. What are your hobbies/outside interest? Be ready to talk with interest about these (rather than just mention them) … favourite authors/books. How would you use 2 hours’ free time on a wet Saturday?

6. Current Affairs Be up to date with current news’ headlines and topical issues. (1 in UK, 2 in Europe/World). Do you read a newspaper? TV/radio news?

7. Be Prepared Some schools require you to read a passage at interview or to talk about a painting on the wall, Portfolio taken or exams just sat. Be prepared.

8. Do you have any questions? Be ready to ask one or two questions about the school you are visiting (again use the prospectus/visit for preparation).

9. Departure Be firm in shaking hands again, eye contact and a clear ‘thank you for the opportunity to come to the school’.

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