How to get into Westminster Under School at 7+
July 13th, 2018Last updated: June 17th, 2025
Are you hoping for your son or daughter to win one of the places at Westminster Under School at 7+? Read on! This blog tells you everything you need to know about the application process: from registering your child, to pre-tests, exams and the interview.
Introduction
Westminster Under School is the junior division of Westminster School (otherwise known as ‘Great School’) and from 2026 caters for both girls and boys ages 7-13. 60 children are now admitted at 7+.
Children can enter Westminster Under School at 7+, 8+ and 11+ and, from 2028, both girls and boys can enter Westminster School at 13+. There may be occasional places available in other year groups (Years 5 and 6).
Before you apply
Before applying to Westminster Under, prospective parents and students are encouraged to book a place on one of their open mornings. This can be done via the Admissions section of their website or at the following link:
https://www.westminsterunder.org.uk/admissions/open-days/
The school offers small group tours for parents looking at 7+ entry, in the Autumn and Summer Terms. These are for parents only, not children. The small groups will take a tour of the school and have an opportunity to speak to subject specialists.
The current fees for 2025/2026 for Westminster Under is £10,350 per term. This works out to be £31,050 per year. Bursaries can be applied for once the child has attained a place at Westminster Under. Further details of this can be found on the Admissions section of the website.
Registration
The school offers an Entry Age Checker on their website based on their child’s date on birth which can be accessed via their website:
For entry in September 2026, registration is now open. The registration form is online and can be accessed via the link:
https://wusentry.westminster.org.uk/apply/logon/index.asp
Application
Online applications for Westminster Under can be submitted up to 2 years before the proposed time of entry.
Assessment(s)
The school holds an assessment morning for candidates for entry at 7+. For entry into Westminster Under at 7+ in September 2026, this is scheduled for Friday 17th October 2025 with interviews and further assessments on Wednesday 12th November 2025.
The assessments are in English, Maths and Reasoning and are taken on iPads provided by the school. More information is available on the website.
Results
Successful applicants will receive offers by Monday 17th November 2025. The acceptance deadline for parents is Tuesday 27th January 2026.
Destination schools
The majority of boys from Westminster Under progress to Westminster School, with a small number choosing to go elsewhere such as Eton or Winchester.
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