About the school
Badminton School admits girls and offers entry to Year 7 and Year 8 as a day girl or boarder via entrance assessments. The site also refers to Prep, Senior and Sixth Form sections of the school.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Girls |
|---|---|
| Age range | 3 -18 |
| Sixth form | Yes |
📅 Open days: For entry in September 2027, the Year 7 Taster Day is on Monday 12th October 2026; prospective pupils are also welcome to arrange a bespoke Taster Day.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Bespoke test |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Paper + computer |
| Subjects tested | English, Maths, Cognitive Reasoning |
📄 Free Badminton School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | 8 Jan 2027 |
| Typical exam date | 16 Jan 2027 |
For September 2027 entry, the Year 7 Taster Day is on 2026-10-12. The outcome of all 'first round' applications is normally during the beginning of February. Scholarship assessments in art, sport, music, or drama will take place from November to January by arrangement. The deadline for scholarship applications for September 2027 entry is 2027-01-08.
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