Our Ultimate Guide to Godolphin and Latymer School 11+ Entrance
Understanding Godolphin and Latymer 11+ entrance
Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions a parent can make, and Godolphin and Latymer School is often at the top of the list for many families and ranked among the best independent schools in the UK. It is renowned for its academic excellence and holistic approach to education. With a strong ethos emphasising intellectual curiosity and personal growth, the school offers the International Baccalaureate programme in Sixth Form and boasts state-of-the-art facilities for both academics and extracurricular activities.
Godolphin and Latymer admissions are highly competitive. The 11+ entrance exam requires significant preparation to excel and secure a place. This comprehensive guide is designed to walk you through all elements of the 11+ admissions process and timeline and break down the Godolphin and Latymer entrance exam, providing tips and strategies so your daughter can perform her best.
Godolphin and Latymer admissions: is it the right fit for my child?
Godolphin and Latymer School emphasises intellectual curiosity, creativity, and personal growth. It aims to develop confident, compassionate, and well-rounded individuals and equip them to be able to contribute meaningfully to society. With a focus on both academic rigour and personal growth, Godolphin and Latymer also offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme, indicating its global outlook.
To understand whether Godolphin and Latymer is the right fit for your daughter, we strongly recommend attending an open day so you can see the school’s facilities and get a feel for it first-hand. At an open day, you’ll also have the opportunity to speak to staff and current students, getting to ask your questions in person. For more information and to register for an open day, visit Godolphin and Latymer Open Days.
Navigating Godolphin and Latymer Admissions: 11+
It’s important to understand the Godolphin and Latymer Admissions process from start to finish so you and your daughter can be fully prepared. Here’s a breakdown of key dates:
Early November: Deadline to register for Godolphin and Latymer admissions
Late November/Early December: students sit the Godolphin and Latymer entrance exam
Mid January: Interviews are held
Mid February: Offers are made to candidates
Early March: Deadline to accept offers
For specific dates for the current year, have a look at the Godolphin and Latymer 11+ Admissions page.
Mastering the Godolphin and Latymer Entrance Exam
Godolphin and Latymer is a London 11+ Consortium school. This means that candidates for a group of London independent girls’ schools only sit one entrance exam for all of them, so the Godolphin and Latymer entrance exam is the same as the London Consortium assessment.
In this 100 minute assessment, your child will be tested on:
Maths (20 minutes)
English and verbal reasoning (30 minutes)
Non-verbal reasoning (10 minutes)
Problem Solving (15 minutes)
Creative Comprehension (25 minutes)
For a detailed guide to the London Consortium exam, including a break down of the exam content and useful tips, take a look at our London Consortium Exam Guide.
It is important to note the exam is now an online assessment, so you should make sure your child is comfortable with the online format. While there are no Godolphin and Latymer past papers available, you can access the London Consortium familiarisation materials here. These are an important opportunity to get a sense of the kinds of questions asked and particularly for your child to get used to responding to the interactive questions.
To prepare for the Godolphin and Latymer entrance exam, it’s important your child is confident in their core syllabus in English and Maths up to year five. They also need to be comfortable with verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions. Any 11+ papers will be useful preparation here.
In general, they should make sure they’re reading lots and at an age-appropriate level. This will boost their vocabulary and make them well-prepared for the English and verbal reasoning sections, as well as forming a solid basis for future learning. Sevenoaks School have a great 11+ reading list available online here to give you a good sense of the level your child should be aspiring to.
Looking for support with your Godolphin and Latymer application?
An 11 plus tutor, specialised in preparing students for Godolphin and Latymer admissions can help your child succeed in their application. Providing targeted preparation with all areas of the entrance exam and building their interview confidence, a private tutor can provide a tailored plan for success.
Find out more about the 11+ tutoring services we offer here.
Excelling in the Godolphin and Latymer Interview
Godolphin and Latymer does not interview all applicants. If a child is invited to a Godolphin and Latymer interview it is as a result of their strong performance in the entrance exam. The Godolphin and Latymer interview aims to explore the student’s skills and intellectual aptitude.
While helping your child prepare for the interview, it can be helpful to familiarise yourself with common 11+ interview questions to get a sense of what they can expect. See our guide to common 11+ interview questions here.
However, remember, the goal is for your child to showcase their genuine personality, interests, and perspectives during the Godolphin and Latymer interview! It's important to note that they are looking for students who demonstrate independent and creative thinking.
You may also be interested in our 10 and 11+ interview guide, available to purchase here.
Godolphin and Latymer Scholarships and Bursaries
Godolphin and Latymer is committed to providing places to girls who would not otherwise have the financial means to attend. They offer means-tested bursaries at 11+ entry, ranging from covering 10% to 100% of fees. To apply for a Godolphin and Latymer bursary, you need to indicate this on your application form and will be sent a separate bursary application form. There is no separate admissions test for bursary places.
Godolphin and Latymer also offers financial scholarships. There is no academic Godolphin and Latymer Scholarship and art scholarships are only available for 16+ entry; however, students at 11+ entry may apply for a music scholarship. The Godolphin and Latymer scholarship for music offers up to 30% off school fees and free music lessons in one or two instruments. Find out more about the process of applying for Godolphin and Latymer scholarships here.
Looking for an 11+ Tutor to help with Godolphin and Latymer Admissions?
Is your child aiming for a place at the prestigious Godolphin and Latymer School? Our expert team of Oxbridge-educated tutors, many of whom attended Godolphin and Latymer themselves, are here to help your child succeed. With their first-hand experience of the school’s application process and understanding of the school’s ethos, our tutors are well-placed to offer advice and guidance throughout the application process.
Our tailored tuition process ensures a personalised and structured approach to preparation. It begins with an initial consultation to discuss your child’s needs and goals before we match your child with a tutor specialist in Godolphin and Latymer admissions.
The tutor will assess your child’s current level, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and develop a structured plan tailored to their specific needs. They can provide past exam practice and feedback, including creating supplementary resources in the style of Godolphin and Latymer exam papers, as well as hosting mock interviews.
The frequency and duration of sessions are flexible, based on your preferences and your child’s needs. Throughout the tuition process, the tutor will provide regular feedback and adjust the study plan as needed to ensure steady progress and readiness for the Godolphin and Latymer exam.