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ADMISSIONS INFORMATION 2021 ENTRY
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 4 ADMISSION TO THE JUNIOR SCHOOL.......................................................................... 5 ADMISSION TO THE SENIOR SCHOOL.......................................................................... 6 ADMISSION TO THE SIXTH FORM................................................................................ 8 ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS.......................................................................................... 9 MUSIC & SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS................................................................................ 10 BURSARIES.................................................................................................................. 11 ST ANSELM AWARDS................................................................................................. 12 SCHOOL FEES............................................................................................................... 14 VISITING ST BENEDICT’S............................................................................................... 16 REGISTRATION FORM................................................................................................... 17
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for your interest in St Benedict’s, London’s leading independent Catholic co-educational school. St Benedict’s is a successful blend of the traditional and the progressive; proud of its heritage but also forward thinking and innovative. Within a caring, happy community, our pupils thrive, benefiting from a seamless education which can begin at the age of three and continue through to the Sixth Form. St Benedict’s combines strong academic standards with excellent personal development. The School is committed to supporting all children to develop their full potential, by treating them as individuals, and catering for their particular needs and talents at every stage. Inspirational teaching, tutorial guidance and exceptional pastoral care are at the heart of the education we offer. The Junior School and Nursery provide a supportive and vibrant environment in which to learn. Sharing excellent facilities with the Senior School and a programme of cross-curricular activities help ease the transition at 11+ to the Senior School, which is on the same site. At St Benedict’s, there is a vital focus on personal development. We encourage principled leadership, resilience and character in our pupils, and promote the Christian values of integrity, fairness and generosity to others. St Benedict’s has a distinguished sporting tradition, and Music and Drama at the school are both outstanding. Our co-curricular programme enables all pupils to find and develop their unique gifts and talents. Recent developments include new Nursery and Pre-Prep facilities and a new Sixth Form Centre and Art Department. We hope this booklet will provide you with the information you need, but please do not hesitate to contact us if you need any further information.
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ADMISSION TO THE JUNIOR SCHOOL
Admission to the Nursery at 3+ Pupils are eligible to join the Nursery aged 3 years and 3 months with a September or January entry point. In order to assess readiness for entry into the Nursery, pupils are observed during a short play session. These sessions are conducted without parental attendance. Admission into the Nursery does not guarantee a place in the Pre-Preparatory department, however the expectation is that in most instances this will be the case. There is a maximum of 32 places in the Nursery. Admission to Pre-Prep 1 (Reception) at 4+ At Pre-Prep 1 (Reception) we offer 2 classes, with an optimum class size of 18 pupils and a maximum of 20. The assessments for entry in September 2021 will take place on Saturday, 7 November 2020. The closing date for registration is Friday, 16 October 2020. Using the School’s admission criteria, pupils are observed in a classroom situation, carrying out tasks both individually and in small groups. Prospective parents will have the opportunity to meet the Junior School Headmaster and undertake a guided tour of the Junior School. The offer of a place is subject to the successful outcome of the assessment and a parental interview with the Junior School Headmaster. Admission to Pre-Prep 2 and 3 (Years 1 and 2) is subject to availability Admission to the Junior Department (Years 3 – 6) at 7+ The Junior Department has up to 3 classes per year group, with a maximum of 22 in each class. The assessment for entry in September 2021 will take place during January and February 2021. The closing date for registration is Friday, 27 November 2020. Pupils seeking admission to the Junior Department attend a full school day during which they are assessed in literacy, numeracy and verbal reasoning; they are also observed in various social and classroom situations to ensure that they will integrate well with their year group. A reference is also sought from the current school. We aim to select boys and girls who are academically above the national average. Pupils are admitted to the Junior School with an expectation that they will transfer to the Senior School at 11+. Registration forms may be completed via our website.
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ADMISSION TO THE SENIOR SCHOOL
Admission to Year 7 (11+) This year St Benedict’s will use the Common Pre Test, which is administered by the Independent Schools Examinations Board. There will also be a short interview, either face to face or online depending on the circumstances at the time, for most candidates. As usual, we will seek a school reference from the candidate’s current school. The Common Pre Test is an online adaptive test based upon the national curriculum and is accessible to any year 6 child. Candidates need only take the test once, and if they have applied to more than one school which requires the Common Pre Test, their result will be shared with the relevant Senior Schools. Candidates can either take this test at their current school in December or January, or at St Benedict’s on 4th or 5th January. Age on 1 September 2021
11.0 – 11.11
Number of places available
110
Closing Date for Registration
Friday, 27 November 2020
Date of Entrance Examination
Taken at their own school in December or January or at St Benedict’s on Monday, 4 January 2021 Tuesday, 5 January 2021
Examination
Mathematics English Verbal Reasoning Non-Verbal Reasoning
Interview Dates
27/28/29 January 2021
Offers Posted
Thursday, 11 February 2021
Transfer from the Junior School to the Senior School at 11+ is subject to the principles set out above and to a pupil making satisfactory progress. It is for the School to deem whether progress is satisfactory or not. The parents of children who are unlikely to be offered a place in the Senior School will be informed in Form 1 (Year 5). Registration forms may be completed via our website. 6
ADMISSION TO THE SENIOR SCHOOL
Admission to Years 8 (12+) and 9 (13+) As with the 11+ process, all candidates must sit an entrance examination, some of whom will then be invited to an interview with the Headmaster. A reference will also be sought from the candidate’s current school. The Headmaster will finalise the list of candidates who will be eligible for further consideration for admission. Age on 1 September 2021
12.0 – 12.11 (Year 8) and 13.0 – 13.11 (Year 9)
Number of places available
Subject to availability
Closing Date for Registration
Friday, 27 November 2020
Date of Entrance Examination
Monday, 11 January 2021
Examination
Mathematics (1 hour) English Composition & Use of English (1 hour) Verbal Reasoning (45 minutes) Non-Verbal Reasoning (30 minutes) (12+ only)
Interview Dates
27/28/29 January 2021
Offers Posted
Thursday, 11 February 2021
Registration forms may be completed via our website. Admission to Year 10 (14+) Information on our approach to pupils wishing to join Year 10 may be obtained by contacting the Registrar.
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ADMISSION TO THE SIXTH FORM
Admission to Sixth Form External students who wish to be considered for entry to the Sixth Form are encouraged to attend an Open Evening on Thursday, 8 October 2020. At this event, there will be an opportunity to meet the Headmaster and Heads of Departments who will present details of the courses on offer. Following completion of a registration form, available on our website, students are invited to a formal interview with the Headmaster, to which they are asked to bring their most recent school report and, if appropriate, their predicted grades. A reference is also sought from the student’s current school. Conditional offers are made on the basis of interview, school reference and predicted grades. Applicants must achieve a minimum of grade 7 in at least five subjects at GCSE/IGCSE. Additionally, applicants must achieve a grade 6 or higher at GCSE/IGCSE in the subjects they have chosen to study at A level. To study Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics they must achieve at least a grade 7 at Mathematics GCSE/IGCSE. In the case of subjects which are new at A level, they should achieve at least a grade 6 in a related subject. The conditional offer will be confirmed on receipt of GCSE results in August 2021. As part of the process of entry all students meet with the Director of Studies to finalise their A level options choices.
Age on Friday, 1 September 2021
Preferably under 17
Number of places available
up to 30
Closing Date for Registration
Friday, 27 November 2020
Interview Dates
4/5/8 February 2021
Offers Posted
Thursday, 11 February 2021
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ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are offered to attract applicants of high potential to the School and are available to both internal and external candidates. General information is set out below and should be read in conjunction with the Scholarship Policy on our website. The decision to award a scholarship will be made at the Headmaster’s discretion and subject to the relevant Conditions of the Award. Late applicants will not be considered for a scholarship. 11+ Academic Scholarships All candidates registered to sit the 11+ entrance examination will be considered for an Academic Scholarship. The award of a scholarship will be based on performance in these assessments, an interview with the Headmaster and a satisfactory school reference from the candidate’s current school. Candidates must register by Friday, 27 November 2020. Entrance examinations take place on Monday, 4 January 2021 and Tuesday, 5 January 2021 and interviews will be held between 27, 28, 29 January 2021. All offers of a place at St Benedict’s School alongside achievement of an Academic Scholarship award will be posted on Thursday, 11 February 2021. 16+ Sixth Form Academic Scholarships External students who wish to be considered for an Academic Scholarship must register for and sit the Scholarship Examination. Internal students will be invited to sit the Scholarship Examination. Receipt of a scholarship will be dependent on the candidate’s performance in the Scholarship Examination, an interview with the Headmaster and a satisfactory school reference from the candidate’s current school. Candidates must complete and return a Registration Form and a Sixth Form Academic Scholarship form, available from the school website, by Thursday, 5 November 2020. Examinations will be held on Thursday, 19 November 2020 with some candidates subsequently invited to an interview with the Headmaster. Offers of a Sixth Form Academic Scholarship award will be posted in December 2020. All offers of a place at St Benedict’s School will be posted on Thursday, 11 February 2021.
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MUSIC & SPORTS SCHOLARSHIPS
Music Scholarships: 11+ and Sixth Form Pupils who wish to be considered for a Music Scholarship must complete and return a Registration Form and a Music Scholarship Application form, available from the school website, by Thursday, 5 November 2020. As a guide in deciding whether to apply, it is likely that successful candidates will have achieved the Associated Board of Music’s Grade 5 at 11+ and Grade 8 at Sixth Form, or be at the equivalent standard in their main instrument. Applicants will be asked to perform two contrasting pieces of music, an aural test, sight- reading test, have a short interview with the Director of Music, and subsequently the Headmaster. Auditions will take place on Thursday, 19 November 2020. All offers of a place at St Benedict’s School alongside achievement of a Music Scholarship award will be posted on Thursday, 11 February 2021. Sports Scholarships: 11+ and Sixth Form Pupils who wish to be considered for a Sports Scholarship must complete and return a Registration Form and a Sports Scholarship Application form, available from the school website, by Thursday, 5 November 2020. As a guide in deciding whether to apply, candidates must specialise in one of the School’s core sports. For boys, core sports are rugby, cricket and fencing, whilst for girls, core sports are hockey, netball, athletics and fencing. At 11+ candidates will be able to demonstrate an elite level of performance in their age category. At Sixth Form, candidates are expected to be playing at county or academy level, or equivalent in their nominated sport(s). Applicants will have a short interview with the Director of Sport, and subsequently the Headmaster. Trials will take place on Wednesday, 18 November 2020 (Sixth Form) and Thursday, 19 November 2020 (11+). All offers of a place at St Benedict’s School alongside achievement of a Sports Scholarship award will be posted on Thursday, 11 February 2021. 10
BURSARIES
Who is eligible? Bursaries are offered to broaden access to the School by offering, to eligible parents of gifted young people, some financial support with fees. Bursaries are only available to Senior School pupils. Parents who wish to apply for a bursary should request a bursary application pack from the Bursar’s office, bursar@stbenedicts.org.uk. A bursary application must be completed and returned to the Bursar’s office no later than Friday, 27 November 2020. Applications for bursaries will not be considered after this date. Bursary applications are only considered if a registration form has also been completed via our website. Applicants undertake the assessments relevant to the year group they are applying for. Some applicants will then be invited to an interview with the Headmaster and other senior staff. Home visits will also be conducted in January. All offers of a place at St Benedict’s School alongside a decision on bursary applications will be posted on Thursday, 11 February 2021. Bursary awards are subject to annual testing, which may result in the bursary being varied upward or downward depending on parental circumstances. The above should be read in conjunction with the Bursary Policy on our website.
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ST ANSELM AWARDS
The aim of this bursary scheme is to give the opportunity to able and deserving young people, who have much to offer the St Benedict’s School community, and would benefit enormously from the opportunity of attending a high quality Catholic independent school. It is envisaged that candidates for a St Anselm Award will come from families who would not otherwise have the financial resources to offer their children a quality independent (fee-paying) education. Means-tested St Anselm Awards are worth up to 100% of the school fees. Further means-tested assistance may also be available to cover other costs, such as uniform, music tuition and some trips. Up to five St Anselm Awards are available each year at the 11+ entry to Form 3 (Year 7). Who is eligible? St Anselm Award holders will be very able young people, among the top 10% of academic ability nationally, who would clearly benefit from the academic education offered in our selective Catholic school, and would thrive upon the opportunities for academic stretch and challenge available at St Benedict’s. Successful candidates for the St Anselm Award will be able to demonstrate strong interest, and a track record of success, in some aspect of their co-curricular programme. For example, they may be strong at sports, a proficient musician, or have had significant involvement in drama, dance or art. St Anselm Award holders will show determination, ambition, and a desire to make the most of their gifts and talents. Families will qualify to be considered for a St Anselm Award where they are able to demonstrate, through confidential means-testing, that they would not have the means to pay the school fees without the significant support available from a St Anselm Award. As a guide in deciding whether to apply, consideration will be given to families with a combined total income of no more than £60,000 per annum. It is important applications are supported by a suitable referee, who will usually be the Head of the applicant’s current school.
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ST ANSELM AWARDS
Parents who wish to apply for a St Anselm Award should request an award application pack from the Bursar’s office, bursar@stbenedicts.org.uk, at the time of registration. An application must be completed and returned to the Bursar’s office no later than Friday, 27 November 2020. Applications for an award will not be considered after this date. Applicants will sit the 11+ assessments at St Benedict’s on either Monday, 4 January 2021 or Tuesday, 5 January 2021. Some applicants will then be invited to an interview with the Headmaster and other senior staff. Home visits will also be conducted during January. All offers of a place at St Benedict’s School alongside a decision on an award will be posted on Thursday, 11 February 2021. St Anselm awards are subject to annual testing, which may result in the award being varied upward or downward depending on parental circumstances.
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SCHOOL FEES 2020/21
Nursery Fees (per term) Registration Fee for the Nursery (non-returnable) £100 (£200 for overseas applicants) There are three options for parents and the fees structure reflects these choices: Option 1: 8.00 am to 1.00 pm term time only £3,250.00 per term Option 2: 8.00 am to 3.30 pm term time only £4,645.00 per term Option 3: 8.00 am to 6.00 pm term time only £4,890.00 per term Nursery Holiday Club Provision A Nursery Holiday Club is available during holiday periods at a rate of £52 per day and £208 per week, however, it is closed for a week at Christmas, a week at Easter and four weeks in August. It is recommended that parents request holiday care at least 4 weeks in advance. The fees for the Nursery include lunch as well as morning and afternoon snacks. Junior School Fees (per term) Registration Fee (non-returnable) £100 (£200 for overseas applicants) Tuition Fees are currently charged at the following rates (per term): • Pre-Prep Department (aged 4 to 7 years) £4,495.00 • Junior School (aged 7 to 11 years) £4,995.00 • School Lunch £250.00 Senior School Fees (per term) Registration Fee (non-returnable) £100 (£200 for overseas applicants) Tuition Fees are currently charged at the following rates (per term): • Senior School (aged 11 to 18 years) £5,885.00 These fees cover the use of text and library books, scientific materials and games. The cost of external examinations is not included in the tuition fees. Lunches, which are non-compulsory, are also charged as an extra. Pupils may bring their own packed lunches from home if preferred.
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SCHOOL FEES 2020/21
Music Fees Music Instrumental Lessons Pre-Prep and Junior (per 30 minute lesson) £24.75 Individual music lessons Senior (per 40 minute lesson) £33.00 Hire of Instrument (per term) £33.50 Parents must give a half-term’s notice in writing to the Director of Music of intention to discontinue private music tuition. School Minibus Service
£370 per term
Junior School After School Club
£8 per session if collected by 5.15pm £15.50 per session if collected between 5.15pm and 6.00pm
Fees (Junior and Senior School) • Payment is due in accordance with the direct debit scheme or for some parents in full on the first day of term • If payment is not received when due, the Governors reserve the right to refuse the pupil admittance and impose an administration charge of up to 1.5% per month • A full term’s notice must be given in writing to the Headmaster before the removal of a pupil from the school otherwise there is a liability for one full term’s fees • Junior School parents need to give half a term’s notice in writing of intention to discontinue lunches • Parents need to give half a term’s notice in writing to the Director of Music of intention to discontinue private music lessons • Parents need to give half a term’s notice in writing to the Bursar of intention to discontinue use of the School bus service
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VISITING ST BENEDICT’S
View our website (www.stbenedicts.org.uk) for details of our open events or arrange an individual appointment with our Admissions office: Junior School Beverley Everett 020 8862 2253
Senior School Louise Pepper 020 8862 2254
admissions@stbenedicts.org.uk
admissions@stbenedicts.org.uk
Junior School St Benedict’s School 5 Montpelier Avenue Ealing London W5 2XP
Senior School St Benedict’s School 54 Eaton Rise Ealing London W5 2ES
020 8862 2050
020 8862 2000
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REGISTRATION FORM Please complete this form in block capital letters YEAR ADMISSION REQUIRED: NURSERY (age 3+)
Option 1
JUNIOR SCHOOL (Years Reception - 6)
Option 2
Option 3
SENIOR SCHOOL (Years 7 - 11)
SIXTH FORM (Years 12 - 13) LEGAL FORENAMES:
PUPIL’S LEGAL SURNAME: MIDDLE NAMES: DATE OF BIRTH:
GENDER:
RELIGION:
PREFERRED FORENAME: M F NATIONALITY:
PRESENT SCHOOL/NURSERY: ADDRESS OF SCHOOL: HEAD TEACHER: PREVIOUS SCHOOL(S): (with dates) MOTHER’S NAME (OR GUARDIAN): HOME ADDRESS: POSTCODE:
TEL. NO:
RELIGION: MOBILE NO:
EMAIL ADDRESS: MOTHER’S OCCUPATION:
COMPANY NAME:
MOTHER’S BUSINESS ADDRESS: POSTCODE:
TEL. NO:
FATHER’S NAME (OR GUARDIAN): HOME ADDRESS (if different): POSTCODE:
MOBILE NO: RELIGION:
TEL. NO:
MOBILE NO:
EMAIL ADDRESS: FATHER’S OCCUPATION:
COMPANY NAME:
FATHER’S BUSINESS ADDRESS: POSTCODE: SIBLING brother/sister
TEL. NO: AGE
SCHOOL
MOBILE NO: SIBLING brother/sister
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PLEASE GIVE DETAILS OF ANY MEDICAL CONDITION (INCLUDING ALLERGIES) AND DISABILITIES:
PLEASE GIVE DETAILS OF ANY SPECIAL NEEDS/LEARNING DIFFICULTIES Is your child or has your child been on the SEN Register at their current School? Yes/No Is your child diagnosed with a specific learning difficulty (e.g. ADHD, ASD)? Yes/No Does your child receive exam concessions? Yes/No Has your child undergone an educational assessment or been seen by external agencies to support their development and education e.g. Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language? Yes/No If you have answered Yes to any of the above questions please enclose a copy of the supporting documentation. VISA REQUIREMENTS Please tick to confirm nationality of applicant pupil: British Other European (please specify) Other non-European (please specify) Does your child require a visa to study in the UK? Yes/No Tier 1 Tier 2
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Please note that whilst completion of this form represents your confirmation that the applicant pupil has the unconditional right to enter, live and study in the UK for the duration of the education offered by the School, proof of documentation will be required. HOBBIES AND INTERESTS, ARTISTIC, DRAMATIC, MUSICAL OR SPORTING
HAVE YOU ANY PREVIOUS CONNECTION WITH ST BENEDICT’S SCHOOL? (Old Priorian, relatives, etc.) HOW DID YOU FIRST HEAR ABOUT ST BENEDICT’S? Early registration is recommended. Offers of places are subject to availability and the admission requirements of the School at the time offers are made. A copy of the current edition of the Terms and Conditions will be supplied on request. Declaration: We request that the name of our above-named child be registered as a prospective pupil. We understand that the Terms and Conditions of the School will undergo reasonable changes from time to time as circumstances require and will apply in all our dealings with the School. We understand also that the School (through the Headmaster, as the person responsible) may obtain, process and hold personal information about our child, including sensitive information such as medical details, and we consent to this for the purposes of assessment and, if a place is later offered, in order to safeguard and promote the welfare of the child. I/We further understand that the School (through the Headmaster, as the person responsible) may obtain, process and hold personal information about me/us which may include financial information provided by me/us or by any licensed credit reference agency or information contained in any court orders, petitions or proceedings. Please return this form with the Registration fee of £100 (£200 for overseas applicants). Payment can be made by cheque payable to St Benedict’s School. This Registration fee is non-refundable. First Signature:
Second Signature:
Name in Full:
Name in Full:
Relationship to Child:
Date:
Relationship to Child:
Date:
Failure to give correct information will constitute a material breach of any agreements(s) entered into between the School and you in relation to the education of the applicant pupil entitling the School to terminate all and any such agreement(s) without any obligation to return any deposit or fees paid.
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