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.
Below you will find free general entrance papers appropriate for Westminster Cathedral Choir School school preparation across a range of subjects.
We have 22 free 7 Plus past papers available that are relevant for students applying to Westminster Cathedral Choir School. Here are some of them:
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King’s College Junior School 7 Plus Comprehension Paper 1
We have 23 free 8 Plus past papers available that are relevant for students applying to Westminster Cathedral Choir School. Here are some of them:
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View all papersWestminster Cathedral Choir School is an independent school.
Westminster Cathedral Choir School is in the local authority of Westminster.
The URN (Unique Reference Number) for Westminster Cathedral Choir School is 101166.
Westminster Cathedral Choir School is located in London. The full address is Ambrosden Avenue, London, SW1P 1QH.
You can call Westminster Cathedral Choir School on 02077989081.
You can visit Westminster Cathedral Choir School’s website at https://www.choirschool.com.
Westminster Cathedral Choir School caters to students aged 4 to 13.
Yes, Westminster Cathedral Choir School offers boarding options for students.
No, Westminster Cathedral Choir School does not have a sixth form.
Westminster Cathedral Choir School only accepts boys.
Westminster Cathedral Choir School has 270 boys.
The following schools are located within approximately 5 miles of Westminster Cathedral Choir School:
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