Joining our Prep School
Choosing the right school for your child is an important step, and we are here to guide you every step of the way. Our Prep admissions process is designed to be straightforward and supportive, providing clear guidance on key dates and the assessment process. Whether your child is joining at the usual entry point or later, our team is available to answer any questions and help ensure a smooth application experience.
Prep School Admissions Process
Apply for a place
When you’re ready to proceed, please register your daughter and pay the £180 registration fee.
Apply for a place
Your daughter's assessment
For Reception and Year 1, we invite your daughter to spend the day with us. She will have an assessment in English and Mathematics with the teacher who also makes sure your daughter will be happy, engaged and able to access the curriculum at Howell’s.
In Year 2, girls sit GL tests in English and Maths and spend the day with us.
From Year 3 to Year 6 we invite prospective students in for two days. This allows time for your daughter to sit her assessments, join in lessons with her cohort (often the girls relish the chance to join a swimming lesson) and get to know Howell’s.
All students sit the GL tests in English and Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning. A Teaching Assistant will sit with your daughter whilst she does the tests.
Your daughter's assessment
Feedback
You will receive detailed feedback on the results from the assessments and on how your daughter settled into the class. We will consult with you over a suitable start date, make an offer and if appropriate, your daughter will come in for some taster days before joining.
Feedback
Her first day
Our new Prep girls are warmly welcomed by Mrs Matthews at the school gate. Each girl is paired with a buddy and shown key areas of the school, including pegs, loos, and classrooms. With friendly guidance and new friendships, their exciting journey at Prep begins!
Her first day
