Girls & Boys 2-11

Applying to the Junior School

We would recommend getting in touch with the Schools as early as possible, so that there is time for you to arrange a visit and meet with the Headteacher.

Children join our school in every year group, where space allows, and it is common to join mid-year. Additionally, it is not uncommon for waiting lists to be in place for some year groups, with some families choosing to enter their child to Stamford Junior School a year or two earlier, to secure a place.

To apply, you should return your completed application form and pay the application fee of £100. After we have received your application, we‘ll invite your child into the school to spend the day with us. For the youngest children we will observe them whilst playing with others, while older children will be assessed in Maths, English and writing. These assessments are online, and we use them alongside reports from their current school to build up an accurate picture of your child’s progress to date, without overwhelming them.

We can also arrange a taster stay in our junior boarding house, St Michael’s, for children in Years 3-6.

The admissions process should be an enjoyable and interesting experience for both you and your child. Our pupils, as well as our staff, enjoy welcoming new children, from their assessment day to when they join us.

Download Application Form

Key Admissions Dates

Saturday 12 October 2019 – Stamford Junior School Open Morning

Friday 29 November 2019 – Deadline for Bursary and Scholarship Applications

Wednesday 8 January 2020 – Deadline for Entrance Examination Applications

Saturday 11 January 2020 – Entrance Examination Day

Wednesday 15 January 2020 – Talented Athlete Development Award Assessments

Saturday 18 January 2020 – Academic Scholarship Examination

Week Beginning 20 January 2020 – Scholarship Week (Art, Music, Drama, Sport & All Rounder)

Friday 31 January 2020 – Offers Issued by First Class Post

Friday 13 March 2020 – Deadline for Acceptance of Offer