About the school
The Yehudi Menuhin School selects pupils through a series of auditions focused on musical ability and potential. Applicants can be aged 8 to 16 in the academic year before entry, and most pupils join in September.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Fees | Day £49,260; Boarding £50,564 annual fees for the 2026-2027 academic year (excluding VAT). |
📅 Open days: Open Day on Friday 9 October 2026; further open days on Friday 5 February 2027 and Friday 30 April 2027.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Format to confirm |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Paper + computer |
| Subjects tested | Musicianship |
📄 Free The Yehudi Menuhin School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|---|
| Detail | Selection is based purely on the school's assessment of musical potential and the applicant's desire and suitability to undertake a specialised course. Help towards fees is through means-tested bursaries rather than scholarships. |
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
Applications are welcome from candidates aged 8 to 16 in the academic year before entry. Most pupils join in September, but entry at Christmas or Easter may be possible if a place is available. Open days listed are Friday 9 October 2026, Friday 5 February 2027 (registration opens 2026-10-12) and Friday 30 April 2027 (registration opens 2027-02-08).
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