Admissions Process
Admissions at SJB
Secure Your Child's Future
John’s Beaumont is a leading day and boarding prep school for boys and girls aged 3 to 13.
We welcome children who are curious, engaged, and eager to learn, providing a supportive environment where they can reach their full potential and thrive academically, socially, and personally.
The usual points of entry are into Nursery from 3 years of age, Reception (4+), Year 3 (7+) and Year 7 (11+). However, we will always consider applications for other year groups when needed and spaces are available, ensuring flexibility for families.
Steps To Apply
ADMISSIONS
1. Register
Begin your child’s journey by filling in the registration form – the first step towards joining St John’s Beaumont. This will formalise your child’s application. A small non-refundable fee of £120 is included to secure your child’s place on our application list. We will then reach out to arrange a brief meet-and-greet and to set up your child’s Taster and Assessment Day.
If you’d like to learn a little more about the school before registering, you can discover the school through Open Days, book a personalised tour, or meet with our Admissions team online to discuss your child’s application.
2. Taster & assessment day
All children are invited to a taster or assessment day, and families will have an opportunity to ask the Headmaster any further questions.
- For Pre-Prep (Nursery to Year 2), sessions are informal and designed to help children feel at ease while we observe how they learn and interact with others.
- For Years 3 and above, children will join their peers for a day of learning and assessments in Maths and English, alongside social activities.
- Boarders are welcome to stay for one or two nights to experience life at St John’s.
3. Acceptance
After your child’s visit, we’ll share feedback and, if offered, a place can be confirmed with an acceptance form and deposit within 14 days. St John’s Beaumont can also support UKVI Child Student Visa applications for international students.
4. Induction Day
Before term begins, we invite families to an induction afternoon and tea, helping your child settle in happily and confidently.
Have Questions?
For more information, please explore our FAQs or contact our Admissions team on +44(0)1784 494 053
1. What age groups does St John’s Beaumont admit?
St John’s Beaumont welcomes children from Nursery to Year 8, offering a seamless Pre‑Prep and Prep School experience that supports academic, social and emotional development across key formative years.
2. How do I apply for a place at St John’s Beaumont?
To apply, parents complete the online registration form and pay a small non-refundable deposit of £120, which secures a place on the application list. After registration, we will contact you to arrange a brief meet-and-greet and schedule your child’s Taster and Assessment Day.
3. What documents do I need to submit for my child’s entry?
Families should provide recent school reports and any relevant learning records. The Admissions team may also contact your child’s current school for a reference to better understand academic progress, social development and individual needs ahead of the Taster Day.
4. What happens on the Taster and Assessment Day?
All children attend a Taster and Assessment Day to experience school life. Nursery to Year 2 sessions are informal and designed to help children feel comfortable while staff observe how they learn and interact. Years 3 and above have class lessons, Maths and English assessments and social activities. Prospective boarders may stay one or two nights to experience boarding life.
5. Is St John’s Beaumont academically selective?
St John’s Beaumont focuses on understanding each child’s strengths and learning profile rather than strict academic selection. Assessments help tailor support, and older international applicants may complete additional assessments such as UKiset.
6. Can international students apply?
Yes. St John’s Beaumont is a UKVI licensed sponsor and supports Child Student Visa applications. International pupils may complete online assessments or the UKiset exam, with clear guidance from the Admissions team.
7. How does St John’s Beaumont prepare children for senior school?
St John’s Beaumont equips pupils for the move to senior schools such as St George’s Windsor, St Mary’s Ascot, and Claires Court. Our curriculum builds strong literacy, numeracy and reasoning skills, while pastoral care develops confidence, resilience and independence — helping children succeed in assessments and settle smoothly into their next school.
8. How will I know if my child has been offered a place?
Feedback is shared with families after the Taster and Assessment Day. If a place is offered, families have 14 days to return the acceptance form and deposit to confirm the offer.
9. What happens before my child starts at the school?
New families are invited to an Induction Afternoon and Tea, giving children the chance to meet key staff and familiarise themselves with routines, helping them feel confident and settled before the first day of term.
10. Does St John’s Beaumont offer boarding?
Yes, boarding is available for pupils from Year 3 upwards. Prospective boarders can attend one or two-night stays during the Taster and Assessment Day to experience life in the boarding house.