Senior Admissions (Year 7 - Year 11)
Year 7 is the primary entry point for the Senior School, with a limited number of places available for Year 9 entry.
We offer deferred places into Year 9 for pupils in Year 6 and Year 7. We also consider applications for other year groups as spaces become available.
The Admissions Process
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We warmly invite you to visit our vibrant and friendly school, where you can experience firsthand our exceptional facilities and meet the dedicated staff who will care for your child. |
| Register |
| It’s never too early to apply, and we recommend early registration due to limited availability. |
| Assess |
| After registration, your child will be invited to complete an assessment, which includes a CAT4 test, a creative writing piece, and an interview. Following the assessment, places will be formally offered. Additionally, we have a fantastic scholarship programme, and your child may choose to apply for a scholarship if they are interested. |
| Offer |
| Following a successful taster day, we aim to make an offer within a week. Once an offer has been made, a completed acceptance form and a £1,500 deposit will be required to secure your child’s place. This deposit will be refunded when your child leaves the school. |
Assessments
The entrance process at Radnor House Sevenoaks involves a combination of academic testing, a written English paper, an interview, and a reference from your child's current school.
For late applicants, additional entrance test sittings will be arranged if places are still available.
| Academic Testing (CAT4) |
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| The CAT4 cognitive ability test is administered on a computer and evaluates vocabulary, mathematics, perceptual speed, accuracy, and non-verbal reasoning. There are no practice papers available for these tests. |
| English Writing Test |
| This 30-minute test assesses the child's ability to write meaningfully and fluently in prose. To prepare, children should focus on independent problem-solving and reading to expand their vocabulary and comprehension skills. If your child requires extra time for the exam, please indicate this in your application to ensure accommodation within the entrance exam timetable. |
| Interview |
| The interview, lasting approximately 10 minutes, allows us to explore your child's interests both inside and outside of school. It includes a brief reading passage and a discussion on how they embody the school’s values of excellence, respect, courage, and perseverance. |
| Assessment Breakdown |
| The academic component (CAT4 and English test) constitutes 50% of the final decision, while the interview and reference collectively account for the remaining 50%. Radnor House Sevenoaks is committed to understanding each child holistically to determine how we can best support their growth. |
Year 7 Entry - Key Dates 2024/25
| Closing date for registrations: |
Thursday 31 October 2024 |
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| References requested by the school: |
From Monday 21 October 2024 |
| Scholarship and Bursary application deadline: |
Thursday 31 October 2024 |
| Year 7 Entrance Exams and Interviews: |
Thursday 7 November 2024 |
| Scholarship Assessments: |
From Monday 18 November 2024 |
| Offer Announcements: |
From Monday 2 December 2024 |
Year 7 Experience Days 2024/25
There will be various exciting experience days taking place after the entrance tests for all children offered a Year 7 2025 place.
These will take place on the following dates:
- Sports Experience Morning - Saturday 18 January 2025
- Science Experience Morning - Saturday 25 January 2025
- Art Experience Morning - Saturday 1 February 2025
Year 9 Entry - Key Dates 2024/25
| Closing Date for Year 9 Registrations and Scholarship applications: |
Monday 13 January 2025 |
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| Year 9 Entrance Exams and Interviews: |
Tuesday 21 January 2025 |
| Scholarship Assessments for Year 8 pupils: |
From Monday 27 January 2025 |
| Offer Announcements: |
Monday 17 February 2025 |
| Offer Acceptance Deadline: |
Friday 21 March 2025 |
The Radnor House Sevenoaks Guarantee
We take pride in being one of the few schools in the area to offer guaranteed places. Once your child joins the Radnor family, their place is secured through to the end of Sixth Form.
Visit Us
The best way to experience the magic of our Senior School is to visit us during one of our private tours or Open Events.
Apply Today
If you are considering Radnor House Senior School for your child, please complete the online Registration Form and pay the £100 registration fee. It’s never too early to secure your child’s place at Radnor House.
