About Burgess Hill Girls
Burgess Hill Girls is a girls independent day school in Surrey & Sussex. Entry to Year 7 (11+) is via the ISEB Common Pre-Test, the online adaptive assessment used by leading UK independent senior schools, covering English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning, and may include an interview. The school offers a comprehensive education with a wide range of academic, sporting, musical, dramatic and artistic opportunities.
Burgess Hill Girls is committed to providing an outstanding educational experience for every pupil, with excellent academic results, strong pastoral care and a thriving extracurricular programme. Scholarships and bursaries are available to support pupils with talent and financial need. Ranked #209 in The Sunday Times Parent Power. GCSE 9-7: 69.3%.
Year 7 Admissions Guide for Burgess Hill Girls
Burgess Hill Girls Admissions Criteria
Burgess Hill Girls is a girls independent day school in Surrey & Sussex. Entry to Year 7 (11+) is via the ISEB Common Pre-Test, the online adaptive assessment used by leading UK independent senior schools, covering English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning, and may include an interview. The school offers a comprehensive education with a wide range of academic, sporting, musical, dramatic and artistic opportunities.
- ✓Step 1 — Initial enquiry: Contact the Admissions Team at Burgess Hill Girls to register your interest and request a prospectus. Visit the school on an Open Day or arrange a private tour to experience the school environment first-hand.
- ✓Step 2 — Submit registration: Complete the online (or paper) registration form and pay the registration fee to formally apply for a Year 7 place at Burgess Hill Girls. Early registration is recommended — many independent schools have rolling admissions and limited Year 7 places.
- ✓Step 3 — Reference from current school: The school will request an academic and pastoral reference from your child's current school. This provides insight into your child's academic progress, character and suitability.
- ✓Step 4 — ISEB Common Pre-Test: Your child will sit the ISEB Common Pre-Test online — the standardised, adaptive assessment used by Burgess Hill Girls and over 90 other UK independent senior schools. The test covers English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning and takes 2 hours 15 minutes in total. It is age-standardised to allow fair comparison across applicants.
- ✓Step 5 — Interview (where applicable): Many independent schools include an interview as part of the selection process — this is a friendly conversation to learn about her interests, motivations and aspirations.
- ✓Step 6 — Written decision: Following the assessment, parents are notified in writing whether her child has been offered a place at Burgess Hill Girls.
- ✓Step 7 — Accept the place: To accept an offer, parents complete an acceptance form and pay a deposit to secure the place. The deposit is typically credited against future school fees.
- ✓Academic Scholarships: Awarded to applicants demonstrating exceptional academic ability in the entrance assessment.
- ✓Music Scholarships: For pupils with proven musical ability — supported by an audition.
- ✓Art & Drama Scholarships: For pupils with strong creative and performance ability, supported by a portfolio or audition.
- ✓Sport Scholarships: For pupils with talent and achievement in sport at a competitive level.
- ✓Bursary Awards: Means-tested financial support for families who require help with school fees at Burgess Hill Girls. Awards are typically assessed annually.
- ✓Sibling Discount: Available at many independent schools for families with multiple children attending.
Burgess Hill Girls Oversubscription Criteria
- Looked-after and previously looked-after children (highest priority).
- Children who achieve the highest scores in the 11+ entrance test.
- Children living within the school's priority catchment area.
- Children with siblings currently attending Burgess Hill Girls.
- All other qualifying children ranked by distance from the school.
Key Dates & Deadlines — Burgess Hill Girls 2026
| 📌 Open Events | Throughout the year — check school website to register |
| 📌 Application Window | Rolling admissions — apply early to secure assessment slot |
| 📌 Entrance Assessment | Arranged after registration submitted |
| 📌 Decision Notification | Following assessment, by written letter from the Head |
| 📌 Acceptance & Deposit | Deposit required to secure offered place |
How to Apply to Burgess Hill Girls
Step 1 — Visit Burgess Hill Girls on its 14-acre conservation
Visit Burgess Hill Girls on its 14-acre conservation campus in Sussex (close to main road and rail links to Brighton and London)
Step 2 — Complete the online registration form
Complete the online registration form on the school's admissions portal
Step 3 — Pay the registration fee at the time of application
Pay the registration fee at the time of application
Step 4 — The school requests a confidential reference from your
The school requests a confidential reference from your daughter's current school
Step 5 — Your daughter sits the entrance examination and/or
Your daughter sits the entrance examination and/or practical assessment at Burgess Hill
Step 6 — Attend an interview as part of the assessment process
Attend an interview as part of the assessment process — school looks for excellent academic standard
Step 7 — Following assessment, offers are communicated
Following assessment, offers are communicated
Step 8 — On acceptance, pay the deposit to secure the place
On acceptance, pay the deposit to secure the place — pre/after-school care free (8am-6pm)
Independent Subjects Tested at Burgess Hill Girls
Scholarships & Bursaries at Burgess Hill Girls
Available scholarships and bursaries: Academic, Music, Art, Sport, Drama Scholarships at 11+/13+/16+ (5-40% of fees). Technology Scholarship at 16+ only. Junior Academic and Music Scholarships in Junior School (Year 3 to Year 6). Sibling discount policy. Fees include lunch and normal academic costs (textbooks loaned to Year 11).
Outcome announced: Academic, Music, Art, Sport, Drama Scholarships awarded at 11+, 13+ and 16+ (Technology Scholarships at 16+ only). Scholarship worth 5-40% of fees for duration of pupil's time at Burgess Hill Girls.
Additional notes: Burgess Hill Girls is an 'Excellent' rated (ISI) independent day and boarding school for girls in the heart of Sussex (founded 1906). Times rank #209. 14-acre conservation area campus in Burgess Hill. Through-school for girls aged 2.5-18 (Nursery co-ed). Pre and after school care 8am-6pm in Pre-Prep and Prep School (free).
Independent Practice Papers for Burgess Hill Girls
Burgess Hill Girls uses ISEB Common Pre-Test format. Our Practice Papers is a great way to practice for the exam — with full video explanations for every question.
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Academic Performance at Burgess Hill Girls (GCSE & A-Level Results)
Burgess Hill Girls is rated ‘excellent’ and achieves strong results at GCSE and A-Level within a supportive all-girls’ setting.
- GCSE: a strong record across a broad curriculum.
- A-Level: strong results, with girls progressing to a wide range of universities.
- Progression: pupils progress to a wide range of universities.
Exam results change annually, so always confirm the latest published figures on the school’s website.
Catchment Area for Burgess Hill Girls
Burgess Hill Girls is an independent school and does not operate a catchment area. As a girls’ day and boarding school (with full boarding from age 11 and a co-educational nursery), it draws day families from across Mid Sussex and boarders more widely, with entry by assessment rather than where a family lives; a daily minibus serves girls across Sussex.
The 14-acre campus is in a conservation area in central Burgess Hill, a short walk from the station on the London–Brighton line; entry runs from the Nursery (from age 2½) through 11+ and into the Sixth Form.
Pastoral Care, Sport & Extracurricular Life
Founded in 1906 by Beatrice Goode, Burgess Hill Girls is an independent day and boarding school for girls (ages 2½–18, with a co-educational nursery) on a 14-acre conservation-area campus in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, with the motto ‘I am, I can, I should, I will’. An ‘excellent’-rated all-through school focused on developing the whole person and releasing each girl’s potential, it is known for small classes and strong, supportive pastoral care. In 2026 the school announced it would join the St Bede’s School Trust in Sussex, while retaining its own identity and ethos as a girls’ school.
It offers a broad co-curricular programme across sport, music, drama and the arts, with facilities including a Creative Arts Centre, Science and Technology Hub and athletics track. For the full list, see the school’s own website.
Frequently Asked Questions about Burgess Hill Girls
How do I get into Burgess Hill Girls?
To gain entry to Burgess Hill Girls Year 7, parents register their child with the Admissions Team, submit a registration fee and arrange for the child to sit the 11+ entrance assessment covering English and Mathematics. A reference from the current school is required. Following the assessment and any interview, parents are notified in writing of the outcome.
Does Burgess Hill Girls use the ISEB Common Pre-Test?
Yes. Burgess Hill Girls uses the ISEB Common Pre-Test as part of its 11+ admissions process. The ISEB Common Pre-Test is an online, adaptive assessment commissioned by ISEB and developed by GL Assessment, used by over 90 leading UK independent senior schools. It covers English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning and takes 2 hours 15 minutes to complete. Results are age-standardised and shared with all senior schools the candidate has registered with.
What is the 11+ exam at Burgess Hill Girls?
Burgess Hill Girls uses its own 11+ entrance assessment for Year 7 entry. The assessment covers English and Mathematics, designed to identify both current ability and future academic potential. An interview with the Head or Deputy Head may also form part of the selection process.
Are there scholarships at Burgess Hill Girls?
Yes. Burgess Hill Girls offers Academic, Music, Art, Drama and Sport scholarships. Means-tested Bursary Awards are also available to support families requiring financial assistance with school fees. Contact the Admissions Office for current scholarship and bursary information.
When should I apply to Burgess Hill Girls?
Most independent schools including Burgess Hill Girls accept applications throughout the year, but Year 7 places are often offered 12-18 months in advance. Register early — ideally by Year 5 (age 9-10) — to secure assessment slots and avoid disappointment.
Are there free Independent 11+ practice papers for Burgess Hill Girls?
Yes. ExamTutor offers a free Independent 11+ Practice Test Paper and free Tutor Video Explanations. The practice paper matches the format of independent school 11+ entrance exams covering English and Mathematics — the subjects typically tested at Burgess Hill Girls. No registration required.
When is the Burgess Hill Girls 11+ registration deadline?
The registration deadline at Burgess Hill Girls is See school website for current deadlines. The registration fee is Payable at registration. Always check the school's official admissions page for current details.
When are Burgess Hill Girls 11+ results announced?
At Burgess Hill Girls, 11+ assessment results are After assessment. The deadline to accept a place is As specified in offer letter.