1. Registration: get everything right, first time 

• How it works: Nearly all schools use online registration via a link on the school website. You’ll enter parent and pupil details.
• Common required documents:
  • School reports from the past two years
  • Passport and ID
  • Supplementary form (music, art, sport, extracurriculars, etc.)
  • Current school contact details (name/email/phone) for a reference
• References (handled directly between schools):
  • Open format: a teacher writes an email or letter
  • School form: a PDF or online form with set questions (study habits, homework submission, strengths and areas for development, etc.)
• Application fees: Anywhere from £0 to £700. Most accept credit cards; some accept GBP bank transfers or wires.
• Deadlines: Vary by school. Late applications are often not considered—submit early.

2. Entrance Exam: targetted preparation for best results 

• Most year groups sit three components: English, Mathematics, and Reasoning.
  • English: reading comprehension, grammar, writing, vocabulary (deep literary analysis is rare)
  • Mathematics: aligned to the UK syllabus
  • Reasoning: Verbal Reasoning (text‑based) and Non‑verbal Reasoning (shapes/sequences)
• Upper years (applying to Year 12) may need Subject Papers:
  • Based on intended A Level subjects (e.g., Physics/Chemistry/Biology)
  • Depending on the school, there may be 1–3 papers
• A small number of schools ask Year 11 and below to take Science papers—again follow the UK syllabus.
• Need the UK Maths/Science syllabus? AA can provide the relevant versions.

3. Interview: stand out and impress in 20 minutes! 

• Format: Typically a one‑to‑one online interview of around 20 minutes—from home is fine.
• Scheduling: We coordinate with the school and share the Zoom link.
• What matters: clear communication, critical thinking, academic motivation, co‑curricular breadth, and character.

4. Offer: watch the deadlines, secure your place 

• Response window: usually 2–4 weeks.
• Two essentials:
  • Sign and return the acceptance/enrolment form (parent signature required)
  • Pay the deposit
• Once both are received, your place is confirmed. Do this before the deadline.

Hand it to us — expert guidance and support at every stage

Stage 1: Registration

• We track school deadlines and specific requirements.
• We advise on strategic form completion and presentation, and—where helpful—proactively brief schools on a pupil’s background and potential.

Stage 2: Entrance Exams

•  Clear alignment to each school’s syllabus and format, with targeted practice and tutorials.
• Focused improvement on weaker areas—no wasted time or budget.

Stage 3: Interviews

• Coaching by our Head of Education, Giles (former UK headteacher with 17 years’ experience), specialising in critical thinking and interview technique.
• Overall student success rate of 92%; many continue with his advanced mentoring after admission.

Stage 4: Offers

• Strong school relationships allow us to request deadline extensions where appropriate.
• Objective advice when comparing multiple offers—matched to long‑term goals and personal fit.

Book a one‑to‑one consultation today. Our specialist advisors will design the most suitable admissions route for your family’s goals—completely free of charge.