Boarding Admissions
Entry Requirements for International Admissions
Admissions for Berkhamsted Sixth
We welcome applications from international students who would like to join Berkhamsted Sixth as a full boarder on our 2 Year A Level programme. To apply, please email internationaladmissions@berkhamsted.com and provide a copy of the student’s latest school report and passport.
Once registered, applicants will be invited to take our entrance assessments. We have partnered with UKiset and all international applicants are required to complete a UKiset test which forms part of our assessment along with an interview.
UKiset is an adaptive cognitive online entry test designed to assess the student’s academic ability and level of English. The test is taken at a UKiset-approved UK or International Test Centre, or it can be taken remotely with online invigilation, arranged by UKiset. For information please visit the UKiset website.
The test fee is payable directly to UKiset and for applicants who are taking the test as part of their entrance assessments for Berkhamsted, the school registration fee is not required.
For all students in Berkhamsted Sixth, progression to Year 13 depends on satisfactory attainment, as determined by the student’s term grades and results across the course of Year 12 (Lower Sixth Year), in addition to the end of year examinations. Work ethic, discipline record and contribution to the wider life of the school will also be taken into consideration.
Admissions for Berkhamsted Boys Senior School
We welcome applications from international students who would like to join Berkhamsted Boys as a full boarder in Year 9, or Year 10 for our 2 year GCSE programme. To apply for Year 9, please refer to the Year 9 Admissions Timeline and ensure registration is completed before the deadline for the relevant year of entry.
To apply for Year 10 please email internationaladmissions@berkhamsted.com and provide a copy of the student’s latest school report and passport.
Once registered, applicants will be invited to take our entrance assessments. We have partnered with UKiset and all international applicants are required to complete a UKiset test which forms part of our assessment along with an interview.
UKiset is an adaptive cognitive online entry test designed to assess the student’s academic ability and level of English. The test is taken at a UKiset-approved UK or International Test Centre, or it can be taken remotely with online invigilation, arranged by UKiset. For information please visit the UKiset website.
The test fee is payable directly to UKiset and for applicants who are taking the test as part of their entrance assessments for Berkhamsted, the school registration fee is not required.
Entry requirements for UK Admissions
Prospective pupils may be registered at any time. A candidate registration form should be completed, and along with the non-refundable registration fee, should be posted to the Berkhamsted Admissions Department.
Entry to the School is dependent upon satisfactory attainment at respective stages of the Curriculum as well as a good interview and a reference that reflects a sound disciplinary record and a commitment to the wider aspects of school life.
Progression from one section of the School to another can never be guaranteed, however, we endeavour to make decisions on entry with the expectation that pupils should be able to progress through the School.
Prospective pupils may be registered at any time before the registration deadline. A registration form should be completed on our website, and along with the non-refundable registration fee.
Admissions Timetables
Please follow the links below to find out the timelines for applications to each of the Schools.
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I enjoy spending a night in St John’s every now and then – it’s like having a sleepover at a friend’s house!
Weekly boarding works well for us. I know he’s happy and we enjoy our weekends together knowing that the homework is done.
Studying at Berkhamsted was the turning point of my life. I love boarding life… we study together, have fun together and care about each other.
One of our highlights this week was watching Maisha present to Year 6 @berkhamstedprep about Islam. Thank you, Maisha, for sharing about your faith and for doing so so brilliantly!
One of our highlights this week was watching Maisha present to Year 6 @berkhamstedprep about Islam. Thank you, Maisha, for sharing about your faith and for doing so so brilliantly!
🎀 OMIGOD YOU GUYS 🎀
Just 10 days to go until ‘Legally Blonde’ opens on The Centenary Theatre stage!
Directed by the wonderful Miss Thackray. Do not miss Orissa and Bea’s outstanding performance in the show. With Rosie and Cindy working their magic backstage!
Get your tickets now by following the link in our bio ✨
https://berkhamsted.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173660164
🎀 OMIGOD YOU GUYS 🎀
Just 10 days to go until ‘Legally Blonde’ opens on The Centenary Theatre stage!
Directed by the wonderful Miss Thackray. Do not miss Orissa and Bea’s outstanding performance in the show. With Rosie and Cindy working their magic backstage!
Get your tickets now by following the link in our bio ✨
https://berkhamsted.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173660164
Our boarders are all settled back into the swing of things after the Half Term break. During their holiday, many of our students travelled and lived out our school value of Being Adventurous by joining school trips. William in Y10 had an amazing time diving in Egypt and taking his PADI course. In Y13, Julia, Amelia and Crosby joined a wonderful Geography trip to Iceland. They saw glaciers, geysers and volcanos! They also had amazing sightings of the Northern Lights. In the upcoming school holidays, some will be joining ski trips and others will be going on a football tour to Madrid and training at the Real Madrid training centre! All part of the rich and varied offering of life at Berkhamsted.
Our boarders are all settled back into the swing of things after the Half Term break. During their holiday, many of our students travelled and lived out our school value of Being Adventurous by joining school trips. William in Y10 had an amazing time diving in Egypt and taking his PADI course. In Y13, Julia, Amelia and Crosby joined a wonderful Geography trip to Iceland. They saw glaciers, geysers and volcanos! They also had amazing sightings of the Northern Lights. In the upcoming school holidays, some will be joining ski trips and others will be going on a football tour to Madrid and training at the Real Madrid training centre! All part of the rich and varied offering of life at Berkhamsted.
An educational day out at @sciencemuseum for the girls. Their mission was to seek out the @londonschoolofeconomics ‘Moniac’ – mission completed!
An educational day out at @sciencemuseum for the girls. Their mission was to seek out the @londonschoolofeconomics ‘Moniac’ – mission completed!
It’s Saturday night and the girls are enjoying a night of board games in St John’s! 🎲♟️🎯
Year 13s trip to McDonald’s! 🍔 🍟 ❤️
New Podcast Episode Alert 🎙️
In this episode we chat to students Bea, Orissa, Amelia, and house leaders Ada, Boya, and Emmy, discussing all things boarding at Berkhamsted School!
From delicious food options and joint activities with the boys’ house, to the incredible sense of community, support systems, and the welcoming family-like atmosphere of our boarding house 🏡
This episode dives into the social side of boarding, personal growth, and the support available from our wonderful counsellors and medical staff.
🎧 Tune in to learn more about the opportunities, fun, and friendships that make Berkhamsted boarding life so special!
🔗Link in our bio or find on your favourite podcast channel.
#BerkhamstedSchool #BoardingLife #PodcastEpisode
New Podcast Episode Alert 🎙️
In this episode we chat to students Bea, Orissa, Amelia, and house leaders Ada, Boya, and Emmy, discussing all things boarding at Berkhamsted School!
From delicious food options and joint activities with the boys’ house, to the incredible sense of community, support systems, and the welcoming family-like atmosphere of our boarding house 🏡
This episode dives into the social side of boarding, personal growth, and the support available from our wonderful counsellors and medical staff.
🎧 Tune in to learn more about the opportunities, fun, and friendships that make Berkhamsted boarding life so special!
🔗Link in our bio or find on your favourite podcast channel.
#BerkhamstedSchool #BoardingLife #PodcastEpisode
On Saturday, Incents House took a trip to @arsenalwfc to watch the @barclayswsl clash against Chelsea! With over 45,000 fans it was an amazing experience for the boys
On Saturday, Incents House took a trip to @arsenalwfc to watch the @barclayswsl clash against Chelsea! With over 45,000 fans it was an amazing experience for the boys
A big thank you to Zen and Emmy for making fantastic cinnamon buns this weekend. They were dough-lightful and went down a treat! 😊
A big thank you to Zen and Emmy for making fantastic cinnamon buns this weekend. They were dough-lightful and went down a treat! 😊
From dog walking 🦮, to pizza making 🍕 and rugby playing 🏉, our boys have had a very busy first 3 weeks of the year! As the House falls quiet(ish) for Sunday night and we prepare for another very busy week it’s good to pause and reflect on all the amazing things that have happened this term. We are already looking forward to many more adventures! Please do come and speak to us at Sixth Form Open Day on Friday to find out more about Boarding at Berkhamsted.
From dog walking 🦮, to pizza making 🍕 and rugby playing 🏉, our boys have had a very busy first 3 weeks of the year! As the House falls quiet(ish) for Sunday night and we prepare for another very busy week it’s good to pause and reflect on all the amazing things that have happened this term. We are already looking forward to many more adventures! Please do come and speak to us at Sixth Form Open Day on Friday to find out more about Boarding at Berkhamsted.
The heavens opened this afternoon, and poor Mr Ottaway found himself in a battle against nature, armed only with a broom. He waged war on rogue leaves to prevent clogged drains.
A fine example of serving others, well done Mr O.
🌧️🍂💧
#iloveboarding #bsaboarding #leafwarrior #floodprevention #OttawayVsNature
The heavens opened this afternoon, and poor Mr Ottaway found himself in a battle against nature, armed only with a broom. He waged war on rogue leaves to prevent clogged drains.
A fine example of serving others, well done Mr O.
🌧️🍂💧
#iloveboarding #bsaboarding #leafwarrior #floodprevention #OttawayVsNature
Celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival with lantern making, moon cakes and traditional Pipa music (thank you, Vanessa!) 🥮🏮🎑
Celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival with lantern making, moon cakes and traditional Pipa music (thank you, Vanessa!) 🥮🏮🎑
