Beech Hall is a non-selective school and the ethos of the school is that of helping every child fulfil their potential. However, the school follows mainstream education to GCSE and consequently there are conditions to govern entry in order to be fair to both pupils and parents.

The following points are followed after the initial enquiries have been made by prospective parents:

• A prospectus is sent to parents
• Prospective parents telephone to make an appointment to look around the school and meet the Headmistress/Nursery Manager

Assessment for entry into the Nursery will be through a meeting with the parents and the child. The Nursery Manager will access readiness and suitability.

Assessment for entry into Reception will be through a meeting between the Headmistress, parents and child. The Headmistress will assess readiness and suitability.

From Year 1 upwards, prospective pupils will be asked to come and spend the day with their own age group. During the course of the day visit, teachers will be asked to report briefly on the pupil’s performance. Notice will be taken of the levels of Mathematics and English. Special work may need to be set within the lessons to check basic skills. Older pupils may be set short assessments in English and Mathematics. Subsequent offers of a place will be subject to satisfactory reports from the pupil’s current school.

If the pupil is known to have Special Educational Needs, or if it becomes apparent during the day visit that there are specific problems, then if possible, the pupil will spend some time with the SENCO.

Senior School only

All pupils – both new and current pupils are required to participate in the Assessment Day in January. New parents need to complete the Senior School Registration Form to enable their child to complete the assessments.

After the assessments, the Headmistress will offer places to suitable candidates.

September Intake:

All new pupils will be invited to spend a day at the school in June; this will be an opportunity for parents to be given further information about school life – for example who are our uniform suppliers.

For full admission information please read our Admissions Policy