ADMISSIONS
Welcome to Notre Dame Admissions
Deciding the first / next step in your child’s educational journey is an exciting and important time. We are delighted that you are considering Notre Dame as part of your search.
The best way to discover if our School is right for your child, is to come and visit our unique and vibrant environment. We host a number of open events, discovery days, taster experiences and, of course, private tours to accommodate your availability. Each of these provide a valuable opportunity to meet our students, Heads, teachers and staff (including Ted, our wellbeing dog).
Whether you are enquiring about our Early Years, Infants, Prep, Senior or Sixth Form (ND6), our friendly Admissions Team are happy to answer any questions you may have. You can e-mail us at admissions@notredame.co.uk or call on 01932 869993.
We understand that this will be one of the most important investments you will make, so we feel privileged to be a part of it.Â
Visit Us
You can visit our school by attending an event (below) or by booking a private tour:
Explore & Play Open Day
Saturday 7th March 10am – 12pmÂ
We are delighted to invite you and your family to join us for our ND Explore and Play Open Day: a special event filled with fun and adventure for children in Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2.
Exciting hands-on activities for little explorers
Meet farm animals
Play on the bouncy castle
Refreshments for the whole family
Tours of the School for families with Mrs Morgan, Prep School Headmistress
STEP INTO BIG SCHOOL!
Ballet, art and music sessions for girls aged 2-4 years old
Every Friday from 27th February to 27th March 2026, 1:30pm – 2:45pm
We are delighted to invite you and your little one/s to get ready for ‘Big School’ with First Steps Fridays. Whether your daughter would like a taster of Reception or just a fun opportunity to learn ballet with a qualified ballet teacher. You and your daughter can come along to meet new friends and experience the welcoming atmosphere of our school community.
These sessions are designed especially for girls aged 2 to 4 and offer a joyful introduction to the arts.
Each 75-minute class takes place in our Early Years Building with parking available, with a special surprise for the final session! While the girls enjoy their activities, parents are warmly invited to relax with refreshments.
£9 per session or £35 for all 5 sessions.
Spaces are limited—book now and watch your daughter pirouette into Prep School!
reception forest school taster session
Monday 23rd March: For Girls Ages 3-4
Join us for a magical afternoon in nature designed especially for our youngest explorers! Our Forest School Reception Taster Session offers girls aged 3-4 the chance to experience the joy of learning outdoors, where curiosity, creativity and confidence grow alongside nature. During this hands-on taster session, girls will:
🌿Explore woodland areas and natural play spaces
🌿Engage in sensory activities like mud painting, leaf art, and storytelling
🌿Discover the wonder of wildlife and seasonal changes
🌿Take part in gentle group activities that build confidence and friendship
Parents will be welcomed to accompany and observe while their little ones immerse themselves in this unique learning adventure, followed by an afternoon tea.
Come and see how our Forest School environment inspires independence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning – all in a safe, nurturing, and fun setting!
private tours
If you are unable to attend one of our Open Events and prefer to book a private tour, please do so below:
How To Apply
You can start your ND Admissions journey by applying via our online admissions portal. This will keep you up to date with admissions events and support you through the different stages of the admissions process. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact our friendly Admissions Team on admissions@notredame.co.uk. We are here to guide you and will also support you through the process.
Progression Pathways Programme
(9 + and 10+ Entry): Early Offers
9+ and 10+ Entry to the Prep School
Joining Notre Dame Prep School in Year 5 or Year 6 is a popular and exciting pathway for many families. This is what we call our ‘Progression Pathways’ Programme and this maps the curriculum from Years 5 to 8, ensuring a seamless transition from Prep to Senior School.
Entry Points
Reception Entry
Our Reception class is a single form entry which benefits from remaining within our Early Years Learning Centre. There is no formal assessment for Reception but students are invited to visit our Wise Owls Nursery class with their parent.
Year 3 Entry
Year 3 is one of our usual entry points and we often increase to two form entry to accommodate the new intake.
Year 7 (11+) Entry
The Notre Dame 11+ process ensures a seamless and stress-free experience with our ‘7/26 Program’ designed for families interested in a place in our Senior School for entry in September 2026. Our ‘7/26 Program’ offers key information and invites to events which guide you and your daughter through each stage of the process.
Information and registration is available on our Year 7 Admissions Page.
Year 7 Admissions
Year 9 (13+ Deferred Entry)
Candidates who wish to take up a place in Year 9 (13+) will sit at the 11+ entry point and defer their place. We do not hold Common Entrance Exams in Year 8.
Sixth Form
Candidates interested in joining our Sixth Form are encouraged to read our prospectus outlining all that is on offer in ‘ND6’, from our academic philosophy and the detail of individual courses, to co-curricular and extra-curricular provision and pastoral support. It also has details of general entry requirements and each subject page includes details of subject requirements. Our Sixth Form page has further information about entry to the Sixth Form.
Sixth Form
Scholarships
At Notre Dame, we offer a range of scholarships at 11+ (Year 7), 13+ (Year 9) and 16+ (Sixth Form).
Fees & Bursaries
Our fees for Nursery, Prep School and Senior School for the current academic year can be found on our fees page, which also outlines payment options as well as our terms and conditions.
FAQs
We have compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions, which we hope you will find useful. If you do not find an answer to your question, please do not hesitate to contact admissions@notredame.co.uk
