FAQs

Extra time is allowed in all papers, and a laptop computer may be used for written papers, provided that a professional (current school or Educational Psychologist) recommends this and it is approved by our Head of Learning Support. A copy of the report or recommendation should be attached to the registration form and be received by the registration deadline. The report will then be reviewed by our Head of Learning of Support who will then confirm whether or not any exam concessions will be offered. It is important to note that exam concession requests are reviewed in line with the requirements of the ‘Joint Council for Qualifications’; they will only be awarded if the student would be granted the concessions in external formal exams.

The entrance exams are broadly in line with the expected knowledge gained from National Curriculum teaching at the appropriate Key Stage in English and Mathematics. We do not recommend tutoring in these subjects.

If you have a clash with another school, you must email the Admissions Team at registrar@kgs.org.uk by the registration deadline stating the school with whom you have a clash. We will then endeavour to give you an exam time that will enable your child to make both exams that day.

You must contact the Admissions Team by the registration deadline to discuss alternative arrangements.

If your child is unwell on the day of the examination, you must contact the Admissions Team prior to scheduled start time of the exam. As long as you can supply a medical letter as proof of illness we will endeavour to make alternative arrangements. Please contact registrar@kgs.org.uk for further information.

For 16+, the ratio is approximately 200+ candidates for up to 50 places.

As a minimum, students must achieve at least grade 7 (equivalent to A grade) in four separate subjects. In addition, all students must achieve a minimum grade 6 (equivalent to a high B grade) in Mathematics and English GCSE or IGCSE. Please also note that a minimum of grade 7 is required in those subjects, or closely related subjects (please see table below), that students wish to study for A Level with the exception of Mathematics, where students will require a minimum grade 8 at GCSE and Further Mathematics, where students will require a minimum grade 9 at GCSE.

Early December 2026. Offers will be conditional on GCSE results and candidates will be required to call the Admissions Team on GCSE results day to confirm that they have met the minimum requirements set out in their offer letter.

Candidates who are successful at the first stage (predicted GCSE grades, reference and personal statement) will be invited for interview.