We welcome applications from pupils to join Latymer Upper School in Year 7. Children from a range of primary and preparatory schools sit the exam each year.
The entry process
Registrations for 11+ 2025 are now closed and all places have been filled. We are unable to accept any further applications.
Registration for 11+ 2026 entry are now open.
For entry to Year 7 in September 2026, children should be born between 01 September 2014 and 31 August 2015 and in Year 6 at the time of the entrance exam scheduled to take place at Latymer Upper School, Hammersmith. The 11+ exam will take place on 3 December 2025.
All pupils registered prior to the deadline will be invited to take the exam which covers English and Mathematics.
Latymer Upper School sets its own papers in English and Mathematics; sample papers are available via the button below. These are indicative of the style of questions which can be expected and we do not provide answers or a mark scheme. There is one paper for Maths (60 minutes) and two papers for English – comprehension/multiple choice (35 minutes) and descriptive writing (45 minutes) – with a 20 minute break after the English paper. If your child is eligible for learning support adjustments, you will be asked to indicate this at the point of registration. Supporting documents will be required to evidence any requested adjustments and these must be submitted by the registration deadline shown in the table below.
Selected candidates will be invited back to School for an Interview Session after the entrance examinations. Interview Sessions will be held in School in January 2026 and will comprise a half day of immersive learning activities in classroom settings and a 1:2:1 interview. The Session will contain elements our academic team will use to learn about character, curiosity and ‘teachability’. We will ensure appropriate adjustments are made for those with a learning difference.
We are proud of our inclusive ethos and our Admissions policy makes specific reference for those pupils with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND).
However, we believe it is important to be transparent with prospective families about the physical and sensory environment of our School. Due to our location, the number of pupils on roll, and the structure of our site, the School can be a busy, loud, and crowded place. These environmental factors can present challenges, particularly for children with sensory difficulties.
Whilst we are committed to making reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, these adjustments must be made within the constraints of our setting. Families of children with significant sensory needs may wish to consider whether a smaller, quieter, and more spacious school environment might better suit their child’s individual requirements.
We encourage all parents and carers to discuss their child’s needs with us as early as possible during the admissions process so that we can work together to make an informed and appropriate decision.
Please see the table below for the important dates and deadlines for this academic year.
Offer letters are sent out in early February and families have three weeks to accept or decline Latymer’s offer of admission. Those who accept the offer will be asked to confirm that they have not accepted an offer from another school and to pay a non-refundable £2,400 (incl. VAT) confirmation deposit.
We know that you will have many things to consider when choosing a secondary school, we have created a series of videos and frequently asked questions and hope that we have answered all your questions via the links and below.
Please do contact the Admissions Team at any time, we are always very happy to help.
11+ timetable
| Monday 12 May 2025 | 11+ Registrations open. |
| Saturday 13 September 2025 | 11+ Open Day. |
| Saturday 27 September 2025 | Music Scholars Open Day. |
| Saturday 4 October 2025 | 11+ Open Day. |
| Monday 13 October 2025 by Midday | Registration closes. Deadline for receipt of learning support requirements and relevant documentation. |
| Monday 13 October 2025 by Midday | Deadline for receipt Music Scholarship applications. |
| Monday 13 October 2025 by Midday | Deadline for receipt of means-tested bursary applications. |
| Wednesday 3 December 2025 | Entrance exam at Latymer Upper School (morning & afternoon sessions). |
| Monday 8 December 2025 | Latymer Upper School will write to your child's current school for a reference. |
| Thursday 9 December 2025 | Decisions sent to all candidates following exam, with interview information for those being interviewed. |
| Wednesday 7 January 2026 | 11+ Interview Day. |
| Saturday 17 January 2026 | Music Scholarship Auditions. |
| Saturday 24 January 2026 | Bursary Home Visits. Please keep this date free. |
| Friday 13 February, | Offer decisions sent by email (by end of day). |
| Wednesday 4 March by Midday | Offer Acceptance Deadline. |
For more information on yours and your child’s data rights, please see the school’s Privacy Notice.
| Admissions Team | 020 8148 4519 | admissions@latymer-upper.org | |
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| Aisha Ansary | Director of Admissions & Bursaries | ||
| Siang Wei Chern | Admissions Registrar | ||
| Joanne Kay | Admissions Registrar | ||
| Chris Hayes | Admissions Assistant | ||
| Emma Van Boolen | Admissions Assistant |