Year 7 Entrance & Scholarships
Hill House Senior School is a selective school, and children wishing to join us from Year 7 onwards take part in an entrance assessment as part of the admissions process.
All prospective Year 7 pupils — whether they’re new to Hill House or moving up from our Junior School — are warmly invited to attend our Entrance Examination Day.
The assessment includes three written papers:
- Verbal Reasoning (1 hour)
- English – a mix of comprehension and creative writing (1 hour)
- Mathematics – a variety of questions and answers (1 hour)
Our aim is to make the day a welcoming and positive experience, giving each child the chance to show their potential in a friendly and supportive setting.
External Entrants
We recommend that external entrants visit the school prior to registering for the Entrance Examination. This can be at one of our Open Days or by arranging a private tour - this will allow both parents and children the opportunity to see what Hill House can offer them.
Dates for 2026
Scholarship Day - Saturday 17 January 2026
Entrance Exam - Monday 19 January 2026
Year 7 Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded at 11+ for academic achievement, and in sport, music, art and performing arts.
Academic Scholarships are awarded to children of high academic calibre and potential, as shown by their School Report and the Year 7 Entrance Exam. All children who sit the Entrance Examination will automatically be considered for this scholarship.
Awards for Music, Drama, Art and Sports Scholarships are awarded based on assessment at our Scholarship Assessment Day.
Year 7 Scholarship Assessment
Prior to Year 7 Entry, Scholarship applicants are invited to attend an Assessment Day when they can demonstrate their skills, potential and passion for their chosen area;
- Academic Scholarship
- Sports Scholarship (Performance and General)
- Music Scholarship
- Performing Arts/Drama Scholarship
- Art Scholarship
The standard award for a scholarship is 10% reduction in fees.
Scholarship Assessment for Year 7 Entry 2026 will be held on: Saturday 24 January 2025.
For more details on the requirements for a scholarship and how to register for the assessment, please contact our Admissions' Officer on 01302 776300.