Marlborough College 11+ Exam Guide

Wiltshire · South West

ISEB

Information last verified 24 Sep 2026.

About the school

Marlborough College publishes separate admissions information for 13+ entry and 16+ entry. Its 13+ admissions process says most pupils are assessed in Year 6, with some in Year 7 and, space permitting, a number of shortlisted applicants in Year 8.

School typeIndependent (fee-paying) · Co-educational
Sixth formYes

📅 Open days: For 13+ Entry 2028 & 2029, Open Days are listed on Saturday 19 September and Saturday 26 September, 9.30am to 1.30pm. House Visit Afternoons for 13+ Entry 2028, 2029 & 2030 are listed on Wednesday 7 October, Wednesday 14 October and Wednesday 21 October, 1.15pm to 4.00pm.

Entrance exam

Exam board / formatISEB
DeliveryTo be confirmed

📄 Free Marlborough College practice papers (PDF)

Admissions & catchment

CatchmentTo be confirmed
DetailDay places are also available for pupils who live close enough to participate in full school life whilst returning home in the evening.

Key dates

Registration opensTo be confirmed
Registration deadline9 Oct 2027
Typical exam dateTo be confirmed

For 2028 entry at 13+, the college suggests submitting the registration form by the end of Year 5. Registered families are contacted in the summer following Year 5 to enrol for assessment. ISEB Pre-tests are taken between September to December of Year 6. Assessment day takes place at the College in January of Year 6. Offers are made towards the end of the Lent Term of Year 6, with formal offer and acceptance by early July, Year 6. Bursary applications must be submitted by 1 July of Year 5. Open

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