Westminster Cathedral Choir School (also known as WCCS) provides preparatory education to around 280 boys aged 4-13, including around 20 full-boarding choristers. Situated in the middle of Central London, it is a popular choice for those looking for their sons to attend a prestigious and successful boys’ school with a Roman Catholic ethos. Its entry points reflect its status as one of the few Cathedral schools in the United Kingdom. Aside from the standard entry points at 4+, 7+ and 8+, there is a special 8+ Choristers assessment, open to just 6 boys. Entrance is dependent upon successful performance in the examinations which assess English and Mathematics as well as formal interviews. Below you will find a guide to examinations, scholarships, bursaries and our tutors with specific experience of supporting entrants to Westminster Cathedral Choir School.
Prospective families are encouraged to book a private visit to the school, which can be done by telephone or via the website. There is an open morning specifically for those boys who are interested in the Chorister route, held annually in the Spring Term.
4+ (reception) is a popular entrance point for Westminster Cathedral Choir School. Following an application, boys will be invited to the school for a morning to assess their academic ability using age-appropriate tests.
7+ and 8+ entry to Westminster Cathedral Choir School are both standard entrance points. Following an application, boys sit papers in English and Maths in the Spring Term prior to entry.
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