Joining Bancrofts at 7+

Entry Points

There are two main ages of entry to Bancroft's: at 7+ (into Year 3) and at 11+ (into Year 7); in addition, we admit smaller numbers at 16+ (into Year 12).

Admissions Journey

Click here to view the admissions dates for entry in September 2025

Click here to view the 7+ admissions journey

Entry Requirements

Entry at 7+ into Year 3 (Alphas) is on the basis of performance in our entrance tests.

Entrance Tests

Applicants for entry at 7+ are invited to the Prep School for testing on two separate occasions in the January before proposed entry.

The Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning parts of our entrance assessments take place in the Prep School on Monday 6 January 2025.All the children are invited in to see us again in small groups for the English assessments which involves a reading comprehension and a piece of creative writing.
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A sample 7+ maths paper is available here.

Applications

To apply for a place in Year 3 starting in September, parents must complete and submit an online 7+ registration form before 1 December of Year 2. Online Forms are available here.

A single (non-returnable) registration fee of £125 is required, unless you apply for a 7+ Assisted Place.

If you would like your child to be considered for an Assisted Place, an Initial Assessment of Income Form (IAIF) should be submitted before completing the registration form and paying the registration fee. Parents who have met the financial criteria will be asked to register online with a reduced registration fee of £20.

A copy of the child’s birth certificate or passport must be submitted with the registration form and fee.

Please note that individuals who apply solely for an Assisted Place will not be eligible for consideration for full fee-paying positions, even if their performance in the examination qualifies them for a place at the school.

If you require any further information, please call Prep Admissions on 0208 506 6774 or email: prepoffice@bancrofts.org

Joining Bancroft's at 7+