joining senior school

Admissions

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Thrive. It’s what we’ll help your daughter do.

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WELCOME

Your daughter can be 100% herself here. There’s no mould to fit. It really doesn’t matter whether she’s a quiet thinker, a bold leader or a passionate creator. Or all three.

We’ll set her on a path to be curious, confident and part of something extraordinary.

Yes, the 11+ process can be a little overwhelming. But don’t worry … we understand. We’re super supportive and here to help.

CONTACT US

KEY DATES FOR 11+ 2027 ENTRY

JUMP-TO

Visit Us Register Interviews & Assessment Offers Starting at School

Step 1

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VISIT US

11+ OPEN EVENTS FOR 2027 ENTRY

11+ Open Morning – Tuesday 15 September 2026

Experience our school on a normal day. Your family will be guided on a tour by a current pupil, before a presentation in the Hall with our Head, Mrs Woodcock, and a panel of pupils.

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11+ Open Day – Thursday 8 October 2026

The Open Day features interactive displays and activities throughout the school before a presentation in the Hall with our Head, Mrs Woodcock, and a panel of pupils. There are three afternoon slots to choose from.

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Step 2

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REGISTER

We are now accepting applications for 2027 entry.

Next, apply on our Admissions Portal. Submit key documents, complete essential forms, book additional events, track progress and keep in touch directly.

REGISTER NOW – UK

REGISTER NOW – OVERSEAS

Deadline to register – Friday 6 November 2026

Step 3

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ASSESSMENT & INTERVIEWS

How does your daughter think outside the box? Or figure things out? Or tackle a tricky problem?

Our assessments and interviews are designed to find out.

11+ Assessment Date at Francis Holland Regent’s Park – Friday 27 November 2026

A 100-minute assessment at your daughter’s current school or any school in the Consortium).

We are part of the London 11+ Consortium, an association of 13 independent London day schools for girls operating one exam across the group.

2027 11+ Consortium Exam – Detailed Information

We believe in giving every applicant the chance to shine. Interviewing every child reflects our holistic approach.

Interview Date – Monday 4 January 2027

This is when your daughter can get to know us, and we can get to know her. (We’ll also ask her current school for a reference.)

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OFFERS

Offer Date – Friday 12 February 2027

We’ll send an official offer with an invite to our celebratory ‘Congratulations’ event in the Spring Term. It’s a brilliant and fun way to meet other classmates and teachers.

Deadline to accept – 12pm, Wednesday 3 March 2027

Step 5

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STARTING AT FRANCIS HOLLAND

A big welcome awaits your daughter from the moment you accept her place.

There are stacks to look forward to within our Welcome Programme, such as an Activity Afternoon in April and Welcome Afternoon in June. We want her to feel at home before she’s even started.