Senior School Admissions

Joining RGS Senior School

We are delighted to welcome new students into our Senior School, with the main entry point being Year 7 (age 11). Each year, we admit approximately 72 students from a wide range of primary schools, alongside 72 students progressing from RGS Junior School, creating a vibrant and diverse cohort.

Year 7 Admissions Process

Applicants for Year 7 entry will take part in an online aptitude assessment designed to evaluate their skills in:

• Mathematics
• Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
• English comprehension and literacy

This assessment is taken on a desktop PC at RGS. Following the test, a number of children are invited back to participate in an informal group activity session. This is a relaxed and enjoyable opportunity for us to get to know them better, observe how they interact with others, and assess their potential to thrive at RGS.

We also request a confidential report from each applicant’s current school, which helps us build a fuller picture of their academic progress and character.

Key Dates for September 2026 Year 7 Entry

• Application deadline:
  • General applications: Friday 2 January 2026
  • Bursary applications: Monday 1 December 2025
• Assessment day: Saturday 10 January 2026
• Group activity sessions: Tuesday 27 and Wednesday 28 January 2026 
• Offer decisions: Monday 2 March 2026

Dates for September 2027 entry will be published in due course.

Other Entry Points

While Year 7 is our main intake year, we occasionally have places available in other year groups. Entry into these years is subject to availability. We encourage families to contact Ali Perry - our Head of Admissions - to discuss current opportunities.

Bursaries and Financial Assistance

We are committed to making an RGS education accessible. Means-tested bursary support is available for eligible families, and we encourage early applications for those seeking financial assistance. More information is available on our Bursaries and Fees page.