We have a two-stage process for entry at Year 7: all candidates attend our 11+ assessment day, after which a number of candidates are called back for interview.
ENTRANCE ASSESSMENT DAY
Assessment Day is around the length of a normal school day, with break times, lunch and refreshments provided. Some candidates will be able to take the test at their own school if it acts as an invigilation centre for the Common Pre-Test; where this happens, children will be with us for around half a day for the other elements of Assessment Day.
STAHS is among a number of leading independent schools using the Common Pre-Test to assess applicants. The tests are taken online and consist of multiple-choice tests in Maths, English, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning. No special preparation is required for the tests. Results are age-standardised to adjust for the age of the child taking the test.
Practice tests are not available, but examples and practice questions, where relevant, are provided during the tests so that candidates understand what they have to do and a ISEB Walkthrough is available that demonstrates the look and feel of the tests. STAHS offers two optional 11+ Taster Days to help pupils understand what to expect on Assessment Day, take part in a range of activities and get to know the School. Information on how to book these is sent to those who have completed the Application Form.
Further information for candidates is in our STAHS Assessment Guide
INTERVIEWS
Following Assessment Day, a number of pupils will be invited back to STAHS for interview. Interviews are with senior members of staff and no preparation is required. The sessions are a relaxed and enjoyable experience, with pupils taking part in stimulating group activities whilst they are with us. At the same time, parents meet individually with our Head and Deputy Heads. The meetings are purely for parents’ benefit and form no part of the assessment process for pupils.
ADMISSIONS TIMETABLE FOR ENTRY TO YEAR 7 (11+), SEPTEMBER 2025
Please note that all dates for 2025 entry are provisional and may change.
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