Everyone who visits the UCS Junior Branch comments on the “special atmosphere” within our school. There is a warmth, vitality and sense of energy that stems from the excellent relations that exist between staff and pupils and between the boys themselves. We are an academically selective school and we have high expectations of our boys – but, above all, we are a caring community, characterised by good manners and open, honest dealings with everyone. Our pupils are well supported, both by each other and by their teachers, and as occurs throughout the UCS Foundation, they are encouraged to be themselves. We have extremely high academic standards and yet, at the same time, we emphasise the individual. The curriculum at the UCS Junior Branch is broad, creative and academically stretching. Our dynamic teachers help our pupils to appreciate the value of learning as a lifelong process which enables them to thrive when they join the UCS Senior School in Year 7. Our high staff-to-pupil ratio also ensures that our pupils receive the attention they need as they live out these formative Junior School years amid our “special atmosphere”. Places Available at 4+ 32 7+ 8+ Assesses English, Maths

Our motto is Per Ardua Ad Summa, 'Through Difficulties to the Heights'. Coming to school here as a student or professional means that we reach those heights daily by being part of such a successful educational organisation. What makes us great is that we meet life’s difficulties together, as a community and a family, using our core values of compassion, courage, commitment and creativity to achieve excellence. We believe that we should always show compassion to others, making decisions without self-interest and supporting all those in our community to be happy and successful. We must have courage, never being afraid of failure but embracing it to learn from our mistakes and better ourselves. We are committed, not just to reaching academic success but to enriching ourselves as scholars, sportsmen and women, artists, musicians, actors, debaters and anything else we set our minds to. Finally we are creative, always being willing to consider different solutions and think deeply about the challenges we face as individuals and as a society. Above all, we celebrate our incredible students through a culture of praise and recognition to make sure they leave us with the conviction that they can achieve anything they put their minds to. Being a boys selective school founded in 1927 that welcomes girls into the Sixth Form, we work within the Folio Education Trust, blending the best of tradition with innovation to engage and inspire our students to be the very best they can be. Because of this our students make progress within the top few percent of all secondary schools in the country at GCSE and go on to gain places at the world’s top universities. Ofsted recognised the achievements of our wonderful students and staff, confirming that the School remains 'outstanding' in November 2022. I am incredibly proud to have worked here for the last 16 years and look forward to many more moments of pride and delight in seeing the heights that our students reach each and every day. 11+ Assesses Selective Eligibility Test (SET)

Wallington High School for Girls (WHSG) is a selective academy for approximately 1500 girls aged between 11 and 18.  The school first opened in 1888 and moved to its present site in 1965.  The school is heavily oversubscribed and we have over 4000 applications each year for the 210 places in Year 7, and many external students also apply for our sixth form. We are a multicultural community with over 47 different first languages are spoken and this brings a rich diversity to our school. From September 2015, the school has become part of the Girls' LearningTrust.  This is a multi-academy trust that now includes Nonsuch High School for Girls and Carshalton High School for Girls and further details can be found under the GLT section of this website. Our students achieve at the highest level academically.  In 2022, 91% of our GCSE entries were awarded an 7,8 or 9 grade, with just over half of all grades awarded being a grade 9.  At A level, 66% of our entries were awarded an A*/A grade, 33% of those at A*.  The vast majority of our students move from WHSG into higher education including Oxford and Cambridge and with the majority of students gaining places at Russell Group universities or medical schools.  Our students are highly able, motivated and a delight to teach.  Students enjoy positive and co-operative relationships with staff and it is very rare if an external visitor to the school does not comment on the high calibre of the students. The school has seven forms of entry in Years 7 to 11. We have a thriving sixth form with about two hundred and fifty girls in each of Year 12 and 13. We currently run a three-year KS3 and KS3 students study two modern foreign languages alongside the other national curriculum subjects.  At KS4, students study for ten GCSEs, including a Modern Foreign Language, at least one Humanities subjects and two subjects that they choose from a wide range of options. The vast majority of our students continue into the sixth form at WHSG where they can choose from a wide range of A level subjects.  In Year 12, alongside their A levels, students take part in our elective programme which includes the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) as well as a wellbeing programme. Students at the school are supported through a strong pastoral system enjoy a comprehensive programme of PSHE and Citizenship throughout the school.  We encourage our students to be active and responsible citizens through a variety of charitable and community activities. The school also operates a very successful House system, led by student House Leaders which encourages integration between the year groups and provides leadership opportunities for students.  Similarly, a strong Head Girl and Senior Prefect team and School Council ensure that the student body has a voice within the school and that younger students are supported. Outside of the classroom we are fortunate in having staff who provide a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities for students and this is central to our ethos.    Sport plays an important part in the life of the school and we are successful at national and regional level in a number of sports including Tennis and Badminton.  Similarly, we have many opportunities for students to showcase and develop their talents in Music, Drama and the Arts.  We enjoy a successful Combined Cadet Force (CCF) partnership with Wilson’s School which is very popular with girls in Year 9 and above and an equally successful Duke of Edinburgh scheme. Our commitment to this ethos is reflected in our curriculum provision where a number of enrichment days are set aside, the timetable suspended, and students take part in a number of activities and events that allow them to develop and prepare for life beyond the school. Staff are our most valued asset and we aim to support them both in their current roles and to develop them for their future careers.  Working alongside the teaching staff, we have a skilled support staff team who perform vital roles within the school.  Continued professional development plays an important role in ensuring that the quality of teaching is very high in the school.    WHSG has a very supportive local Governing Body who play a vital role in the life of the school.  We also enjoy supportive and committed parents who work alongside the school to improve outcomes for their daughters. 11+ Assesses Stage 1 - Selective Eligibility Test (SET) Stage 2 - Nonsuch and Wallington Second Stage Entrance Examination (NWSSEE)

Warwick School has a very long and rich history stretching back reputedly to 914, making it one of the oldest schools in the country.  Warwick School is a leading independent day and boarding school for boys aged 7-18, set in 55 acres, adjacent to the River Avon, within Warwick town. The school is proud of its outstanding facilities and the new Warwick Hall is one of the largest and most impressive performance venues in the region. We aim to develop responsible, resilient and compassionate young men of character, equipped to succeed in a changing world. High academic expectations and achievements, together with outstanding pastoral care and exceptional co-curricular provision make Warwick School a wonderful place to be educated. Our committed and dedicated staff work tirelessly to ensure that Warwick School is a place where your child will thrive. The school has always provided an education in the broadest sense, seeking to develop the talents of each and every pupil, always guided by the school motto, Altiora Peto, ‘I seek higher things.’   Our engaging staff foster a learning environment in which every pupil is challenged intellectually and thrives academically. An environment where they will be happy, cared for, and have their interests ignited, whatever these may be.  We develop young men of character and talent, and central to this goal is the breadth and quality of our co-curricular provision.  Every pupil within Warwick School benefits from a wealth of experiences outside the classroom that will broaden his horizons and develop his skills. Our supportive and nurturing community ensures that pupils are known as individuals and celebrated whatever their strengths or abilities, enabling our young men to flourish in what is now, more than ever, a rapidly changing world. This is the ‘Warwick Way’. 11+ Assesses English, Maths, Online Ability Test (CEM) 13+ Assesses 1. A Mathematics test (1 hour) 2. An English test (1 hour) 3. A verbal reasoning test (45 minutes) 4. A French or German or Spanish test (45 minutes) 5. A Science test (1 hour) 6. Candidates may also take an optional Latin test 7. A short interview with a senior member of staff

We are a comprehensive school for boys, with a mixed sixth form, in central London, close to Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. Our founders adopted the motto Unitate Fortior – Strength in Unity. It is a sentiment that is as important to our School today as it was when it first opened in 1877. Since becoming our school's fifteenth headteacher, I have realised why increasing numbers of young people are going that extra mile to be educated at Westminster City School. There is something very special that permeates our School – I call it the ‘Westminster City Factor’. For me, this factor comprises of a unity of so many strengths. Ours is a school unified by its culture, purpose, character, connections and sense of community. We draw much from our rich history to ensure that everyone within our School’s multi-faith, multi-cultural and forward-thinking community is equipped with the skills and attributes to succeed in the twenty-first century. We are proud of this diversity which ensures our School is a true reflection of the modern city we live in. Life at Westminster City School is demanding and rewarding, and enriches all within our proud community. Our School offers exceptional learning opportunities within an inclusive community. Our dynamic Christian foundation and rich heritage help equip each person with the life-skills needed to flourish. I hope your visit to our website gives you a firm sense of our aspiration for all that pass through our doors. 11+ Assesses English, Maths

We believe that all boys should be happy, well-rounded and confident learners who are respectful, thoughtful and motivated Wetherby Ambassadors. We also believe that the qualities of integrity, kindness and good manners are at the heart of what we do. The aim of our school is to create an atmosphere of care both in and out of school; this is for all users of the school, including children, parents, staff and the community. The aim at Wetherby is to ensure every boy has a happy and fulfilling experience. At Wetherby School we are committed to providing a caring, friendly and safe environment for all our boys so they can learn and play in a relaxed and secure environment. By providing this environment we believe that all pupils will be able to reach their individual potential. Wetherby has a deserved reputation as being in the very front rank of pre-prep schools. Each individual boy really matters to us and we pride ourselves on developing confident and happy children with a zest for life and a love of learning. As one parent wrote, ‘Wetherby boys are allowed to be boys; they are not punished for having a joke and fun or being rowdy during outside breaks, or being competitive at sport. But despite their healthy boyishness and sense of fun, the children are incredibly polite, caring and considerate and respectful to each other and adults.’ 4+ Assesses None - non-selective

Preparing young men for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow is something we only get the chance to do once, whether as teachers or as parents. By the time they leave us, many of the things that make them who they are – their beliefs, values, and sense of self – will already be forming, if not formed. It’s an enormous shared responsibility, and one that has particular significance within the special context of a boys’ school, given the many challenges young men growing up today will face. The question then is how best to prepare them for the changing world they will come to shape.  At Whitgift, we believe the answer lies in knowing, valuing, and challenging every individual, stretching and supporting them in equal measure. Whitgift is unashamedly ambitious when it comes to academic performance, but we know results alone are not everything. To truly succeed, students need more than just knowledge... They will need the confidence and resilience to embrace new challenges, they will need an open mind that is global in its outlook, and they will need the emotional maturity and moral grounding to be a force for good in the communities they serve. We are incredibly proud of the young men who leave us and what they achieve. We are particularly proud they come from such a diverse range of backgrounds, thanks in part to the generous bursary and scholarship schemes we are able to offer. Indeed, alongside our academic philosophy, comprehensive pastoral support, and fantastic co-curricular programme, the incredible mix of boys who come here is one of the things that makes Whitgift such a truly special place to learn. 10+ 11+ Assesses Maths, English, Thinking Skills 13+ 14+ Assesses 13+ AND 14+ ENTRANCE EXAMS English 
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Science  13+ PRE-TEST ENTRANCE EXAMS English Maths Critical Thinking Skills (age related)

Winchester College is a boarding school for boys in Years 9 – 13. The Sixth Form welcomes girls and boys as day pupils and is preparing for the entry of girls as boarders when construction of two new boarding houses is complete. It was founded by William of Wykeham in 1382, and is one of the world’s most famous and distinguished schools. The College is defined by its motto, Manners Makyth Man. This motto is hundreds of years old but has a surprisingly modern spirit. Its sentiment is that we should be measured not by birth but by our personal qualities, a surprisingly meritocratic sentiment for a school that was founded in 1382. Its language may sound old-fashioned to a modern ear, but it was radically progressive in its time because it was written not in Latin but in a dynamic, up-and-coming language: English. Today, Manners Makyth Man inspires the key qualities of Character, Conversation, Curiosity, Foresight and Leadership. 13+ Assesses Main Requirements (State Schools and Prep Schools) Maths, English  Prep School Additional Assessments (Optional for State Schools) Science, Geography, History

In 700 acres of stunning Surrey countryside near the Kent border, Woldingham is one of the UK’s leading day and boarding schools for girls aged 11-18.  Woldingham is an inspiring place for students to become confident, compassionate and courageous young women. It’s where students learn to ‘write your own story’ through excellent teaching, boundless opportunities and first-rate pastoral care. We are delighted to be opening a new Sixth Form Centre and Library in autumn 2024, adding to our already impressive facilities. Welcome to Woldingham, a forward-looking, open-hearted and warm school community. As one of the UK’s oldest girls’ schools, Woldingham students receive a first-class academic and pastoral education. Whether day student or boarder, aspiring scientist, musician, artist, sportswoman or poet, Woldingham has high aspirations for each of our students. Woldingham is a happy place, where students flourish. Set in beautiful Surrey countryside, Woldingham is inspiring, peaceful and safe, while being surprisingly accessible by car, train and plane. A Catholic Sacred Heart school, Woldingham warmly welcomes students of all faiths and none. We look forward to welcoming you to our remarkable school so you can see and feel wonderful Woldingham for yourself. Supported by inspiring teaching and outstanding facilities, Woldingham students achieve outstanding GCSE and A Level results to secure places at leading universities and opening doors to exciting careers. Our exceptional programme of sport, clubs, performing arts, careers support and community outreach enables students to develop a wide range of skills, expertise, achievement and interests, alongside high-level academic achievement. 11+ 13+  Assesses ISEB Common Pretest 12+ Assesses Online (ATOM) -English, maths, verbal and non-verbal reasoning, a creative writing paper and an interview.

Woodbridge School is a place where confident, kind, proactive free thinkers gain the character, knowledge and skills to become everything they are meant to be. Your child’s wellbeing is our entire focus. We go on a journey with them, providing them with frameworks, helping them define a roadmap and giving them the tools, from a young age, to successfully meet life’s challenges. Woodbridge School’s purposeful community imbues our pupils with a love of learning. Our teachers are outstanding, conveying passion for their subject, and focusing upon the skills and aspirations of each individual to provide stretch and growth for every student. Our students are our entire focus. We are on a journey with them, bringing our vision to life by providing them with a framework and a roadmap to where they want to go. We give them the tools, from a young age, to negotiate all the obstacles they may face in this dynamic and ever-changing world, and set them up to instinctively make the most of their time here. Woodbridge School is a place for proactive, responsible free thinkers who go out into the world with the skills, knowledge and self-belief to become everything they are meant to be. Everyone within our community understands and lives by our values. We show Woodbridge School’s values of kindness, character, community and excellence in everything we do and say, helping everyone at the school to become the best versions of themselves. These values guide all of our activity and what we do, providing our pupils with the attitude and personal skills to flourish at school and beyond, giving them a foundation in life. I believe that the best reflection of an outstanding school is its pupils; what paths they go on to forge, what lives they shape and what they choose to do with the education they have received. Seeing the young people who leave us after their Sixth Form, I am always confident for the future knowing that they will be leading the way. 11+ Assesses English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning

An education with heart and soul, which is what we aspire to at Worth, equips young people to see the value of things, to exercise good judgement and enjoy the fruits of imagination throughout their lives. Lived out at school, our values encourage pupils to be ambitious, to strive for academic success and to develop a love of learning. But they go further. They encourage pupils to be self-aware, to become more centred individuals, conscious both of their strengths and their weaknesses, and able to separate beauty, truth and goodness from noise and distraction. Pupils are encouraged to live in the present, to value the small, day-to-day moments of life and not always be looking impatiently to the next thing. Worth pupils learn that while living in a community requires effort, that effort brings great rewards, such as a strong sense of belonging and a desire to see justice for everyone in society. At Worth, we know that their years at school form young people for their lives ahead – their values; how they come to see themselves as part of a community; what they have to offer society when they leave school – and we know how important these things are in providing a lifelong foundation for purpose and fulfilment. We also know (of course) that education should be about hard work, academic ambition and the joy of exploration, and all within a culture where every pupil is supported and encouraged by highly motivated, friendly and deeply engaged teachers. Every one of the 675 pupils at Worth benefits from the high standards that we set ourselves in all these areas. At the same time as being an academically selective school, we take nothing for granted, and we work hard to nurture every individual pupil’s desire to do well and enjoy being at school, and to ultimately find through personal exploration their own particular direction in life. The School’s character, its education with heart and soul, is best seen up close – in our service activities, the way we play sport, our art and music, our Benedictine tradition, the faith life of the School, the way people interact with each other.  11+ Assesses Online (ATOM) - English, Maths ,Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning

Wycombe Abbey is an exceptional place; it operates as a modern full boarding school for 650 girls and we are committed to the development of each one. Built on the firm foundation of more than 125 years of educating young women, our vision is to provide a world class education. We are excited about encouraging curiosity, bold ideas, innovation, leadership and delight in learning – inside and outside the classroom. Superb academic outcomes are the hallmark of a Wycombe Abbey education and girls regularly secure places at the most prestigious universities globally. However, we understand the importance of looking beyond the narrow confines of excellent examination results to define success. Our rich co-curricular programme includes an array of activities and opportunities, ensuring that every girl develops her passions and explores new possibilities. These experiences, in turn, help to build the skills, discipline and character that will support her future life. Ultimately, schools are about people and at the heart of Wycombe Abbey’s success is our total commitment to pastoral care through boarding. The values of mutual respect, encouragement and trust underpin everything we do; in this happy and close-knit community everyone is known as an individual, friendships flourish and girls enjoy each other’s company, all within the wonderful surroundings of 170 acres of magnificent parkland. I hope that girls who are educated at Wycombe Abbey, including my own daughter, will leave school as confident, articulate, independent young women who are able to navigate a competitive, global, technology-driven world successfully but who also have the qualities to make a positive difference through the lives they live. What are these qualities? I believe they are the ability to form meaningful relationships; to display good judgment; to demonstrate courage and integrity; to be emotionally resilient and to have a deep sense of respect for themselves and others. 11+ Assesses Stage 1 - CAT4 Stage 2 - English, Maths, interview 13+ Assesses Stage 1 - CAT4 Stage 2 - English, Mathematics, Humanities, and a Modern Foreign Language (French, German, Spanish or Mandarin Chinese), along with a practical Science assessment.