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The Middle Years at King’s Worcester is for pupils in Years 9, 10, and 11. It isn’t unusual for children to join us during the Middle Years and each year we welcome between ten and fifteen children into Year 9 (13+) as they prepare for their GCSEs and beyond. We also take children at the start of Year 10 (14+), subject to space within the year group. As GCSEs are a two-year course Year 10 is our last joining point before the Sixth Form.
How to Join the Middle Years at King’s
We warmly invite prospective pupils and their families to join us for one of our Open Mornings, which are held in the autumn and spring terms. This is the best way to view the school in the first instance, with plenty of opportunities to meet key members of staff and talk to existing pupils.
We also welcome visitors for a private tour during a normal school day at any point throughout the year.
During a Private Tour you will be welcomed by Headmaster Mr Doodes, Taken on a tour of our fantastic facilities by a member of staff and will be able to see everything that an education at King’s can offer your child with the added bonus of your private Tour being able to be tailored towards your child’s individual academic & co-curricular interests.
To arrange a Private Visit, please click the link below.
If, after visiting the school, you decide that you would like your son or daughter to be considered for a place, we’ll ask you to complete a registration form and pay a non-refundable registration fee of £50. Visit our registration page for more information.
At this stage we will arrange for a Taster Morning so prospective pupils can spend some time in the school and participate in a whole range of activities with current pupils and staff. This is a fantastic way for your child to really experience the school and decide if it is right for them.
Entrance Testing
All candidates are required to sit an entrance test before being offered a place at the Senior School; this comprises of papers in English and Mathematics; there will also be a short interview.
Starting in Year 9, the pastoral structure is a House system. The House structure is designed to ensure pupils have the pastoral support needed during this crucial part of their Senior School journey, and works very well for integrating new pupils into the school.
Induction
Formal offers are made following the entrance testing. Once you have notified us that you would like to accept a place, we start the induction process to ensure that all children are supported and nurtured as they make their transition to the senior school.
During the induction process you will have the opportunity to meet with our Head of Middle Years and our Deputy Head )Pastoral) who will work with you to ensure that your child is able to settle into life at school.
Starting in Year 9, the pastoral structure is a House system. The House structure is designed to ensure pupils have the pastoral support needed during this crucial part of their Senior School journey, and works very well for integrating new pupils into the school.
In-Year Applications
Although most pupils join us in September, it is often possible to consider late or in-year applications. Please contact our Registrar for details.
Key dates for September 2024 entry
- Open Mornings: 30th September 2023 (General) and 13th January 2024 (General)
- Registration closing date: Tuesday 16th January 2024
- Scholarships and bursaries application deadline: Tuesday 16th January 2024
- Music scholarship auditions: Thursday 25th and Friday 26th January 2024
- 11+, 12+ and 13+ Entrance Testing: Saturday 27th January 2024