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A personalised approach from the first ‘hello’

Welcome to Westbourne School admissions, where your child’s journey is embraced with warmth, dedication, and a personalised touch from day one. Ask any of our parents why they chose Westbourne for their child, and the leading reply is simply because their child loves to learn.

We proudly welcome motivated and talented students from both the UK and around the world. If you’re concerned about tuition costs, please reach out to our admissions team. We offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries to make a Westbourne education more accessible, as well as some of the most competitive sibling offers and family packages in the UK.

With a rolling admissions process, we are also pleased to accommodate mid-year school starts, supporting students to seamlessly transition from their current school.

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Why Choose Westbourne School?

Exceptional Academic Standards

As a selective school, we attract motivated, eager learners who thrive in our focused and respectful environment. Supported by top educators across three continents, our students are well-prepared to excel. The exceptional results speak for themselves.

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Small Classes, Big Impact

With an average of just 15-16 students per class, we ensure personalised attention that allows each child to shine and reach their full potential. This intimate setting fosters lifelong learning and strong academic foundations.

Holistic Development

We believe in nurturing the whole child. Through a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including STEM-focused programmes, we support intellectual, emotional, and physical growth. Our ethos inspires every child to grow into confident, compassionate individuals.

Student Success Stories

Inclusive Community

Diversity is at our heart. Welcoming students from over 30 nationalities, we celebrate each child’s unique strengths and backgrounds, creating a vibrant and supportive global learning community.

Experienced Educators

Dedicated and passionate teachers provide personalised attention, ensuring each student reaches their full potential. They are dedicated to cultivating thinkers, problem-solvers, and leaders who are ready to shape tomorrow’s world.

Our Team

Rooted in Community, United Globally

Combining the innovative spirit of a tech startup with the strategic thinking of a top-tier consultancy, our global IB Diploma Sixth Form offers myriad international opportunities. We are committed to developing future leaders in STEM and Business careers, grounded in strong local communities and connected through our expanding global network.

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How does the admissions process work at Westbourne School?

Our admissions process is straightforward, operating on a rolling basis throughout the academic year.

Simply complete our online application form, and our Heads of Admissions, Claire and Tom, will guide you through each step, including entrance exams and interviews.

Application Form

When should I apply?

We operate a rolling application process, accepting the most suitable candidates on a ‘first come, first served’ basis.

Places are limited due to our small class size, highly tailored approach and therefore early registration for key entry stages – Reception, Year 7, Year 9 and the IB Sixth Form – is recommended.

What criteria are used for selection?

We assess each candidate’s academic performance, character, interests, and talents. Our selective environment ensures that motivated, eager learners thrive without distraction.

Your school reports are assessed
Yr2 onwards sit age appropriate Entrance Exams
- English
- Maths
- Aptitude
Interview with the Principal/VP Prep

Do you welcome international students?

Westbourne is a licensed Child Student UKVI sponsor, we welcome students who meet the entrance requirements from over 30 different nationalities subject to available places.

Accompanied day students – from 5 – 12 years.

Boarding applications: from 12+ years.

International Student Applications

Can I visit the school before applying?

Absolutely! We encourage prospective families to schedule a tour or attend one of our open days to experience the Westbourne community firsthand and meet our dedicated staff.

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What financial support options are available?

Scholarships

We provide a variety of scholarships from Year 3 onwards based on academic excellence and leadership potential.

Please let the admissions team know at the start of your application that you would like to be considered for a scholarship as a further paper will be required during the testing stage.

Successful scholars may receive 5% – 35% remission in tuition fees. To ensure the widest number of students can benefit from our scholarship programme we do not offer fully funded places.

Sibling Discounts

These are automatically applied, please refer to our Fees page for further information, including our competitive ‘Stepping Up to School’ offer for Early Years.

Fees Page

Bursaries

If your circumstances materially change once you have joined our community parents means tested bursaries may be able to support. We welcome and open and confidential dialogue should circumstances change.

What are the payment plans available?

We offer flexible payment plans to accommodate different financial situations.

UK day student payment options, Reception – Year 13:

Annual in advance, protecting fees from future rises.
Termly
Instalments over 10 months of the year.

Boarding/ visa sponsored students

Annual Advance Payment Scheme: protecting fees from future rises and meeting UKVI visa requirements.
- Applicable to fees paid before 15 Feb.
Termly in advance:
- 15 May: Payment for Autumn Term
- 15 Sept: Payment for Spring Term
- 15 Jan: Payment for Summer Term

How do I apply for Little Westbourne Nursery

We have a straightforward application form, specifically for our youngest members via the link below. Please note that Nursery fees are exempt from VAT.

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