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Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family can make, and we know that comes with plenty of questions. Below, we have brought together answers to the questions we are asked most often, from admissions and entry points to fees and life at Kneller Hall School. If you cannot find what you are looking for, our admissions team is always happy to help.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. Kneller Hall School is fully co-educational from Reception through to Sixth Form.

Kneller Hall Junior School takes pupils from Reception to Year 6, and Kneller Hall School runs from Year 7 to Year 12. This excludes Year 11 and 13. Most families join us at Reception, Year 3, Year 7, Year 9 or Sixth Form (Year 12), though occasional places do arise in other year groups.

Places are offered on a rolling basis as they become available. The process includes a visit, an age-appropriate activity morning or taster session, and a meeting with a senior member of staff. Many of our youngest pupils join us from Dukes Education nurseries, though we’re just as glad to welcome new families.

No. We already know each child well from monitoring their progress throughout the prep years, so there’s no external 11+ to sit. Offers are made in the Autumn term of Year 6, and the registration fee is waived.

Children attending a Kneller Hall sibling school, have priority admission. Families can apply up to two years in advance, offers are made in the Autumn term, ahead of external applicants.

You’re very welcome to apply through our standard admissions process: online registration, entrance assessments in English and Maths, and for those meeting the standard, a further ‘Beyond the Classroom’ activity.

The entry assessments consist of two papers, each of one hour in duration, with content based on the National Curriculum for Key Stage 2. The papers will comprise of an English paper; creative writing piece and comprehension, and a Mathematics paper; to include a selection of general maths questions. There will be a relaxed refreshment break in between the exams.

Offers are will be made in early February for September entry.

Access arrangements can be granted in accordance with JCQ regulations 2025-2026.

Yes, for children applying from a non Kneller Hall sibling school, children will sit a baseline academic assessment and have a meeting to discuss GCSE options, scholarships are also available , subject to further assessment.

The entry assessments consist of two papers, each of one hour in duration, with content based on the National Curriculum for Key Stage 2. The papers will comprise of an English paper; creative writing piece and comprehension, and a Mathematics paper; to include a selection of general maths questions. There will be a relaxed refreshment break in between the exams.

Access arrangements can be granted in accordance with JCQ regulations 2025-2026.

Joining from a sibling school:

Children joining Year 9 from a Kneller Hall sibling school, have priority admission. Families can apply up to two years in advance.

As with our other senior entry points, all applicants will need to register with the Kneller Hall School admissions team as the first step.

Registration is required, along with a personal statement, school report and predicted grades, normally seven GCSEs at Grade 6 or above, with Grade 7 or above typically needed for some subjects. Applicants attend an interview, and offers are conditional on final results. See our Year 12 Entry Timeline 2027 for key dates. Please note we’re unable to accept applications for Years 11 or 13.

Occasional places do arise in other year groups. At Kneller Hall School, these are assessed using CAT4 (a cognitive abilities test) alongside school reports and a school reference. Get in touch with our Admissions team to check availability.

Kneller Hall School is proud to offer a number of scholarships and means-tested bursaries each year, recognising talent and supporting families for whom cost might otherwise be a barrier.

Scholarships are awarded on merit at key entry points, 11+, 13+ and 16+, across academic, creative, performing arts and sporting disciplines, celebrating the breadth of talent we look to nurture at Kneller Hall School. Each award is subject to assessment and reviewed annually, reflecting a pupil’s continued achievement and commitment.

For bursary information, please contact the PA to the Principal, Susan Wood swood@knellerhallschool.org

Kneller Hall School will move to the Kneller Hall estate in September 2027, with Kneller Hall Junior School, relocating to its own new home at Pope’s Villa in September 2027.
While the two schools sit on separate sites, they remain closely connected sibling schools sharing the same values and ethos that defines a Kneller Hall education, whichever site your child calls home.

Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn to stay up to date with news on both moves as plans develop, including key dates and what to expect along the way.

Not at Kneller Hall School. This is one of the questions we hear most often, and we can answer it with complete confidence. There is a latticework of care here that makes it impossible for any child to fall through the net. Every member of staff, academic and non-academic, knows every student, meaning issues are spotted early.

Yes. We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive and accessible first rate education. Please speak to our Admissions team at the point of enquiry so we can ensure the right provision is in place from the outset.

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