Sixth Form entry

Making the decision to move schools at Sixth Form is an exciting and thought provoking decision. The admissions process is the same for both UK and international applicants.

STAGE 1 – JOIN US FOR A SIXTH FORM OPEN AFTERNOON 

These events begin with introductory talks by the Headmaster and the Deputy Head (Academic), and a presentation by one of our Sixth Form pupils. You will have the opportunity to meet a Housemaster/mistress and other key members of staff after being taken on an tour of the College by a pupil.

We will also have some Virtual Open Afternoons for candidates who are not able to visit Bradfield in person. Following these presentations there is a live Teams Question and Answer session chaired by the Head of Sixth Form.  

Parents should contact the Admissions Team to book a visit.

SIXTH FORM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The following are required for entry into the Sixth Form:

• A Headmaster’s or Headmistress’ reference from the pupil’s current school
• Attainment of a satisfactory standard at the Assessment Day and Scholarship Examinations or Exhibition assessments, where appropriate
• Six (I)GCSE passes at Grade B (6) or above, with a minimum of Grade C (5) in English Language and Mathematics

All pupils, including those from overseas, will need to be able to show competence in both written and spoken English appropriate to their year of entry.

ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER

We welcome pupils with an Educational Psychologist’s Report providing our Support and Study Skills Department can enable them to access the full curriculum and pupils may be invited for an assessment with the Department.

We also welcome pupils with physical disabilities. Parents must inform the College of their child’s medical, physical or educational needs prior to accepting a place at Bradfield College.

Please contact the Admissions Office for more details.

STAGE 2 – REGISTRATION AND APPLICATION (15 OCTOBER DEADLINE – YEAR 11)

If you decide to proceed with an application you will need register your child. The link to the online Registration Form will be sent to you by the Admissions Office. The application deadline is 15 October in Year 11.

Prior to the Assessment Day, we will request a detailed reference from your current school.

SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES

The Scholarship entry form is incorporated into the online Registration form. Further information on our Scholarships page here.

The application deadline for Bursaries is 31 October of Year 11 – you will find more information here: Means Tested Bursaries at Bradfield.

STAGE 3 – SIXTH FORM ASSESSMENT

The Assessment afternoon will be at Bradfield on the second Saturday in November. Candidates take exams in English and Mathematics, and will have a formal interview.

For those candidates who are genuinely unable to attend in person we will be running a few remote exam sessions in November. Successful candidates will then be invited for an online formal interview.

STAGE 4 – OFFER OF A PLACE

Following Stage 3, we will consider whether to make an offer. This is done in consultation with the Admissions interviewers, the relevant Housemaster(s) or Housemistress(es), and takes into consideration the reference from the current school.

Bradfield College is in the fortunate position of receiving many more Sixth Form applications each year than we have places available. Accordingly, admissions decisions take into account a variety of factors. Whilst we are confident that prospective pupils will thrive academically at Bradfield, we also consider what wider contribution prospective pupils will make to the Bradfield community. We are looking for young people who will flourish and develop individually, but we are also looking for those whose presence in the College will have a positive impact on the experience of others at Bradfield.

Please note that for candidates who are taking GCSEs at the end of Year 11 our offers are conditional on attaining a minimum of six (I) GCSE passes at Grade 6 or above, with a minimum of Grade 5 in English Language and Mathematics. Candidates who are at MYP schools should attain a minimum of Grade 5.

Prospective pupils to whom we make an offer will generally be offered a College place rather than in a specific House – any preference will be noted, and we will do our best, space allowing, to fulfil this request.

OPTIONAL APPOINTMENT WITH THE HEADMASTER

Parents are most welcome to book an individual appointment with the Headmaster, Dr. Christopher Stevens, after they have visited the College and registered their child. This is entirely optional and is not part of the formal admissions process.

If you have any queries about the admissions process, please do not hesitate to contact one of our Admissions team on 0118 964 4516.

Admissions Policy