About Farringtons School
Farringtons School is a co-educational independent day school in Chislehurst, Kent. Entry to Year 7 (11+) is via the school's own assessment process, which includes academic assessment in English and Mathematics, and may include an interview. The school offers a comprehensive education with a wide range of academic, sporting, musical, dramatic and artistic opportunities.
Farringtons School 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. GCSE 9-7: 80%.
Year 7 Admissions Guide for Farringtons School
Farringtons School Admissions Criteria
Farringtons School is a co-educational independent day school in Chislehurst, Kent. Entry to Year 7 (11+) is via the school's own assessment process, which includes academic assessment in English and Mathematics, 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 Farringtons School 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 Farringtons School. 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 — Entrance assessment: Your child will sit Farringtons School's own bespoke 11+ entrance assessment covering English and Mathematics. The assessment is designed by the school's academic staff to identify both current ability and future academic potential.
- ✓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 their interests, motivations and aspirations.
- ✓Step 6 — Written decision: Following the assessment, parents are notified in writing whether them child has been offered a place at Farringtons School.
- ✓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 Farringtons School. Awards are typically assessed annually.
- ✓Sibling Discount: Available at many independent schools for families with multiple children attending.
Farringtons School 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 Farringtons School.
- All other qualifying children ranked by distance from the school.
Key Dates & Deadlines — Farringtons School 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 Farringtons School
Step 1 — Visit Farringtons School near London/Kent border
Visit Farringtons School near London/Kent border — book an Open Morning (held in November) or personal tour
Step 2 — Complete the online registration form
Complete the online registration form on the school's admissions portal
Step 3 — Pay the £100 non-refundable registration fee
Pay the £100 non-refundable registration fee
Step 4 — Submit registration by the deadline in November of the
Submit registration by the deadline in November of the year preceding entry
Step 5 — The school requests a confidential reference from your
The school requests a confidential reference from your child's current school
Step 6 — Your child sits the 11+ entrance examinations (CEM Select format
Your child sits the 11+ entrance examinations (CEM Select format) later in the same November
Step 7 — Attend an interview as part of the assessment process
Attend an interview as part of the assessment process
Step 8 — On acceptance, pay the deposit to secure the place
On acceptance, pay the deposit to secure the place
Independent Subjects Tested at Farringtons School
Scholarships & Bursaries at Farringtons School
Available scholarships and bursaries: Academic, Music, Art, Drama, Sport Scholarships. Means-tested bursaries available.
Outcome announced: Awards announced alongside offers
Additional notes: Farringtons School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school near London on the Kent border (founded 1908, fully co-educational since 2010). Approximately 690 pupils. Motto: Posside Sapientiam (Growing in wisdom).
Independent Practice Papers for Farringtons School
Farringtons School uses School's own bespoke 11+ format. Our Practice Papers is a great way to practice for the exam — with full video explanations for every question.
- 3 × English, Maths, VR & NVR tests
- 600 video explanations
- 31.5 hours of video content
- 3 × English, Maths, VR & NVR tests
- 600 video explanations
- 28.5 hours of video content
- 4 mixed-subject practice tests
- 200 video explanations
- 11.5 hrs video content
- 4 mixed-subject practice tests
- 200 video explanations
- 11 hrs video content
- 4 mixed-subject practice tests
- 200 video explanations
- 9.5 hrs video content
- 4 mixed-subject practice tests
- 200 video explanations
- 10 hrs video content
- 4 mixed-subject practice tests
- 200 video explanations
- 9.5 hrs video content
- 4 mixed-subject practice tests
- 200 video explanations
- 9 hrs video content
How to Prepare for the Farringtons School 11+ Exam
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Academic Performance at Farringtons School (GCSE & A-Level Results)
Farringtons is a medium-sized school where pupils consistently perform above expectations, with strong results at GCSE and A-Level.
- GCSE: a strong record, with strong individual progress in small classes.
- A-Level: strong results, with progression to Russell Group and other 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 Farringtons School
Farringtons School is an independent school and does not operate a catchment area. As a day and boarding school (full and weekly boarding available), it draws day families from across Chislehurst, Bromley and the wider Kent and south-east London area, and boarders from the UK and overseas, with entry by assessment rather than where a family lives.
The school sits in 25 acres of parkland in Chislehurst, close to London with excellent transport links; entry runs from the Nursery and Junior School through 11+ and into the Sixth Form.
Pastoral Care, Sport & Extracurricular Life
Founded in 1908 as a Methodist girls’ school (and granted a royal charter in 1928), Farringtons is a co-educational independent day and boarding school (ages 3–18) set in 25 acres of parkland in Chislehurst, Kent, with the motto ‘Posside Sapientiam’ (growing in wisdom). Co-educational since 2010 and retaining a strong Christian, Methodist ethos, it is a deliberately medium-sized school known for warm relationships between staff and pupils, excellent pastoral care and a diverse, cosmopolitan boarding community.
Learning extends well beyond the classroom, with a wide co-curricular programme across sport, music, drama and the arts. For the full list, see the school’s own website.
Frequently Asked Questions about Farringtons School
How do I get into Farringtons School?
To gain entry to Farringtons School 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.
What entrance exam does Farringtons School use?
Farringtons School sets its own bespoke 11+ entrance assessment covering English and Mathematics. The papers are designed by the school's academic staff and may differ from national exam boards. Practice papers in the relevant 11+ format (such as the ones ExamTutor provides) are excellent preparation for the school's own assessment.
What is the 11+ exam at Farringtons School?
Farringtons School 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 Farringtons School?
Yes. Farringtons School 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 Farringtons School?
Most independent schools including Farringtons School 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 Farringtons School?
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 Farringtons School. No registration required.
When is the Farringtons School 11+ registration deadline?
The registration deadline at Farringtons School is November of the year preceding entry. The registration fee is £100 non-refundable. Always check the school's official admissions page for current details.
When are Farringtons School 11+ results announced?
At Farringtons School, 11+ assessment results are After assessment. The deadline to accept a place is As specified in offer letter.