How to get into Westminster Under School at 7+

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July 13th, 2018Last updated: September 29th, 2023

Are you hoping for your son 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 son, to pre-tests, exams and the interview.

Introduction

Westminster Under School is the junior division of Westminster School (otherwise known as ‘Great School’) and caters for boys ages 7-13. 22 boys are admitted at 7+. 

Boys can enter Westminster Under School at 7+, 8+ and 11+ and Westminster School at 13+. Both boys and girls can enter the school at 16+. 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:

http://www.westminster.org.uk/wus/admissions-2/open-mornings-2/

The school offers open mornings in the Autumn and Summer Terms. In Autumn 2023, the open morning date is Tuesday 3rd October 2023. These open mornings will involve a talk from the Headmaster of Westminster School, a tour of the school and an opportunity to speak to subject specialists.

The current fees for 2023/2024 for Westminster Under is £8,136 per term. This works out to be £24,408 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 son’s date on birth which can be accessed via their website:

Registration Age Checker

For entry in September 2024, the registration deadline is Wednesday 10th October 2023. 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 2024, this is scheduled for Monday 6th November 2023 with interviews and further assessments on Monday 13th November 2023.

The assessments are in English, Maths and Reasoning and are taken on iPads provided by the school.

Results

Successful applicants will receive offers by Friday 17th November 2023. The acceptance deadline for parents is Monday 29th January 2024.

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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