11+ Entrance Exam

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Latymer Upper School

December 2026

January 2027

Question 1

Am I eligible for a bursary or assistance with the school fees?

Accepted Answer

Latymer's bursary programme provides financial support to bright children who do well in the School's rigorous entrance exams, regardless of their financial background. Bursary applicants must first meet the same academic requirements for entry to the School as other pupils. 11+ bursaries are means-tested and based on family financial circumstances.

Question 2

What scholarships do you offer at 11+ ?

Accepted Answer

We do not offer Academic scholarships. Music scholarships are offered at the 11+ entry point. A music scholarship typically carries a fee remission and tuition for two instruments, whilst music awards will only cover tuition in two instruments. Music, Drama, Art and Sport scholarships are offered at 16+ only.

Question 3

What clubs and activities are offered?

Accepted Answer

The School has a broad range of co-curricular clubs and activities. There is something for everyone - from Dungeons and Dragons, knitting, water polo, tennis to Japanese puzzles and much more. During the penultimate week of the Summer Term we hold an Activities Week, during which pupils can take part in trips and activities. Most trips are residential and are based all over Europe.

Question 4

What is the school uniform like and where do we buy it?

Accepted Answer

The uniform was redesigned and launched in September 2020. Our uniform supplier is Stevenson's who offer both a retail shop in Twickenham and online via their website ( www.stevensons.co.uk ).

Question 5

Which languages are studied and is there a choice?

Accepted Answer

Four modern foreign languages are offered In Years 7 and 8, French, German, Mandarin and Spanish. Pupils study two of them, and also learn Latin. For Year 9, students can either continue with their existing languages, or they can choose to study an entirely new language (except Mandarin) and continue this until Year 11.

Question 6

Can children use a laptop?

Accepted Answer

All pupils are provided with a laptop when they join the School in Year 7. We use Google Classroom for homework and during some lessons.

Question 7

How do children travel to school?

Accepted Answer

Latymer is situated near Hammersmith Station and is a two minute walk from Ravenscourt Park tube station on the District Line and lots of buses stop nearby on King Street. We encourage pupils to travel to School using sustainable means - cycling, walking and public transport. We do not run a coach service.

Question 8

Can my child bring packed lunch to school?

Accepted Answer

Lunch is provided in the Dining Hall with drinks and snacks available to buy from the Atrium Cafe. Children may choose to bring in a packed lunch and this can be eaten in the Dining Hall together with friends who have school lunches. Notice is required if you wish to stop having school lunch.

Question 9

When is the Latymer Upper School 11+ entrance exam?

Accepted Answer

On Wednesday 2 December 2026.

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