About the school
Lantern of Knowledge is an Islamic boys secondary school in London. Its admissions process includes an online English assessment, followed by interviews for shortlisted applicants.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Boys |
|---|---|
| Sixth form | No |
| Fees | There is an application administration fee of £40, which must be submitted with the application form. |
📅 Open days: The homepage mentions 'Open Evening 2025' for prospective parents and pupils, but no date is stated.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Bespoke test |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Computer-based |
| Subjects tested | English |
📄 Free Lantern of Knowledge Secondary School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|---|
| Detail | Priority is given to Year 6 students attending feeder primary schools, siblings of students enrolled with the school, sons/brothers of staff, and parents committed to the school's aims, objectives and ethos. |
| Ofsted rating | Good |
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
Applications must be submitted by the second week of November each year. From November onwards, applicants are tested in English; interviews with shortlisted students and parents take place in December/January; offers are normally given by the end of December each year.
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