Application Process

We are delighted that you are considering BPS for the education of your daughter. We understand that choosing a new school can sometimes be a daunting task, but our Admissions Officer, Mrs Sharkey, is on hand to answer any questions you may have. Prospective parents are welcome to contact Mrs Sharkey to check the availability of places and to discuss the application process in more detail. Please complete our online Enquiry Form.

Entry points and admissions procedure

The main entry stages for girls into BPS are Kindergarten and Reception, at ages 3–4 years. Although we pride ourselves on small class sizes across the school, vacancies occasionally occur in other year groups. Admissions procedures differ depending on the age of your daughter. The process usually begins with a visit to the school for a pre-arranged, personal tour. For Kindergarten, we offer a Stay and Play session, for Pre-Prep, a Taster Session and for Prep, a Taster Day.  The day involves being paired up with a buddy, meeting her teacher, spending time in and out of the classroom, and generally getting a feel for life at Bowdon Prep, often their favourite part is the delicious lunch!

Kindergarten 1 (age 3) and Kindergarten 2 (ages 3-4)

There are two classes in Kindergarten, K1 and K2. Girls are able to join us in K1 on or after their 3rd birthday. There is no specific entrance assessment for girls joining us in Kindergarten.

Pre-Prep (Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, ages 4-7)

There are additional places available in Reception at age 4 years. As with Kindergarten, there is no specific entrance assessment for girls joining us in Reception or Pre-Prep.

Prep (Years 3–6, ages 7–11)

For girls wishing to join us in Years 3-6, a formal entrance assessment will take place and we will also request a recent and comprehensive report from their current school.

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