Berkhamsted Boys Admissions Process
We are delighted that you are considering Berkhamsted Boys for your son’s education. At our school, we develop remarkable people by providing both challenge and support. Boys are encouraged to think independently, discover and grow their talents, and build the confidence, resilience, and self-esteem they need to thrive. Below you’ll find our admissions process, which will guide you from enquiry through to your child’s first day.
One of the most important early steps is completing our registration form and paying the registration fee. This confirms your child as a candidate for entry. For Year 7 entry in September 2027 and Year 9 entry in September 2028, the deadline for registration and scholarship applications is Monday 21 September 2026 by 17:00. You can find further details under the Register for Berkhamsted Schools Group and Entrance Requirements & Testing tabs below.
Visit the School
The best way to experience the spirit of our school is to see it in action. We warmly invite you to join us for an Open Event or arrange a personal tour, where you can explore our facilities, meet our staff, and get a feel for our vibrant community.
Friday 24 April PM: Spring Open Event
Saturday 13 June PM: Summer Outdoor Education Event (No Tour)
You can book a personal tour with admissions through a request on our form below
Register for Berkhamsted Schools Group
The first step in securing your child’s place within the Berkhamsted Schools Group is to complete our online registration form. There is a non‑refundable Registration Fee of £224 per child. Once registered, you’ll be considered an official candidate, and our Admissions Team will be in touch to guide you through the next stages.
For Year 7 entry in September 2027 and Year 9 entry in September 2028, the deadline for registration and scholarship applications is Monday 21 September 2026 by 17:00.
Register Your Place
Entry Requirements & Testing
Below you’ll find details of our entry requirements and assessment process.
Entry Requirements
Candidates seeking 11+ entry to Berkhamsted Boys will be required to take the Independent Schools Examinations Board (ISEB) Common Pre-Test between Monday 5 October – Friday 9 October 2026, sat at their current school.
Entry Assessment
We will invite those whose scores indicate that they will be able to cope with our curriculum to a Holistic Assessment Day. Invites will be sent on Monday 19 October 2026.
The Holistic Assessment Day will be like a day in the life of a Senior School pupil and will include:
- an interview
- a practical leadership exercise
- an academic discussion
- a problem-solving exercise
- a sporting activity
- drama
- a creative writing opportunity
Every element of the day will be observed and assessed, and we will use the observations and assessments to seek to offer places to pupils who will benefit most from our ambitious, adventurous and busy curriculum.
Entry Requirements
We set entry examinations for all children wishing to enter our Senior Schools to ascertain whether they can reach the academic standards we set. All registered children will be invited to sit the Berkhamsted Entrance Assessment (an online English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning test).
A reference from the pupil’s current school is also required.
The Entrance Assessment for Year 9 2028 entry will be held on Friday 13 November 2026.
Entry Assessment
We will invite all registered applicants to a Holistic Assessment Day. The Holistic Assessment Day for Year 9 2028 entry will be held on Saturday 14 November 2026.
The Holistic Assessment Day will be like a day in the life of a Senior School pupil and will include:
- an interview
- a practical leadership exercise
- an academic discussion
- a problem-solving exercise
- a sporting activity
- drama
Every element of the day will be observed and assessed, and we will use the observations and assessments to seek to offer places to pupils who will benefit most from our ambitious, adventurous and busy curriculum.
Scholarship & Bursaries
We offer scholarships to celebrate exceptional talent in areas such as academics, music, and sport, as well as means-tested bursaries to support families who may require financial assistance. Below you’ll find the key application deadlines and assessment dates for shortlisted candidates.
Monday 21 September 2026 by 17:00 – Deadline for Scholarships application
Please be aware that students should be registered for entry to the school when applying for a scholarship
Invites to Scholarship Assessment will be sent in the week commencing 19 October 2026
Scholarship Assessments for Year 7 2027 entry
Week commencing 9 November 2026 – Y7 Music Scholarship Assessment
Week Commencing 9 November 2026 – Y7 Drama Scholarship Assessment
Week Commencing 9 November 2026 – Y7 Sports Scholarship Assessment
Y7 Academic Scholarship – will be offered to applicants based on Entrance Assessment results
Monday 21 September 2026 by 17:00 – Deadline for Scholarships application
Please be aware that students should be registered for entry to the school when applying for a scholarship
Invites to Scholarship Assessment will be sent in the week commencing 19 October 2026
Scholarship Assessments for Year 9 2028 entry
Week Commencing 9 November 2026 – Y9 Sports Scholarship Assessment
Week Commencing 9 November 2026– Y9 Drama Scholarship Assessment
Week Commencing 9 November 2026 – Y9 Music Scholarship
Assessment Y9 Academic Scholarship – will be offered to applicants based on Entrance Assessment results
Apply for a Scholarship
Offers & Acceptances
If your application is successful, you’ll receive an offer along with details on how to confirm your place. Key dates for offers and acceptances are listed below.
Wednesday 9 December 2026 – Assessment and Scholarship results
Assessment and Scholarship result letters will be emailed to families
Monday 1 March 2027 by 17:00 – Acceptance Deadline
Deadline for acceptance of place sent to Admissions. If you fail to complete the Acceptance Form and make an Acceptance Deposit payment by this date the offer will be withdrawn and the place re-allocated.
Key Dates for new starters
If you are successful in your application to Berkhamsted Boys – the following induction dates will apply.
April 2027
New Boys’ Evening (Senior School)
June 2027
New Pupils’ Induction Day 1 (Senior School)
September 2027
New pupils start at Berkhamsted
Monday 7 December 2026 – Assessment and Scholarship results
Assessment and Scholarship result letters emailed to families
Monday 4 January 2027 by 17:00 – Acceptance Deadline
Deadline for acceptance of place sent to Admissions. If you fail to complete the Acceptance Form and make an Acceptance Deposit payment by this date the offer will be withdrawn and the place re-allocated.
Key Dates for new starters
If you are successful in your application to Berkhamsted Boys – the following induction dates will apply.
April 2028
New Boys’ Evening (Senior School)
June 2028
New Pupils’ Induction Day 1 (Senior School)
September 2028
New Pupils’ Induction Day
New pupils start at Berkhamsted
Need Any Further Help?
Our Admissions Team is always happy to answer any questions you may have about joining the Berkhamsted Schools Group. Whether you’d like to clarify entry requirements, discuss deadlines, or arrange a visit, we’re here to help.
Admissions Email: admissions@berkhamsted.com
International Admissions Email: internationaladmissions@berkhamsted.com
Telephone: 01442 358001
