Entry at Year 9 (13+)
Applicants to The Leys should start the process one to two years ahead of the proposed year of entry.
Usually the process begins with a visit to one of our Open Mornings, Small Group Visits or a private visit, where you will be able to gain a sense of what is on offer at the School. The information below should act as a guide to the process of applying for a place, and further information can be provided by our admissions team.
Candidates should follow the links for specific information relating to the St Faith’s Preliminary Assessment and Year 9 Pre-Testing.
General Timeline
- One to two years ahead of joining The Leys applicants must complete our Application Form
- In the October prior to the year of entry we request reports from current schools ahead of the January assessments
- On the first Saturday in January entry tests take place at The Leys
- In mid-January Scholarship assessments take place
- In early February offers are made
- The first Monday in March is the deadline for acceptance of places
- During the first week in March offers are then made for any late applicants
- The last weekend of the Summer Term we offer a 24-hour visit for those who have accepted a place
- In May New Joiners packs are sent out
- Term begins in September
Entry in 2026
Links to further information about entering The Leys at Year 9 can be found below.