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Admissions at Westonbirt

Whether you’re exploring options for Nursery and Prep, looking at our dynamic Senior School, or just beginning your search, our experienced Admissions Team will support you every step of the way. From your first enquiry to your child’s first day, you’ll have a dedicated guide who knows that every child deserves to be known, encouraged and inspired to thrive.

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Nothing compares to experiencing Westonbirt school life first hand and we’d love to welcome you for a visit. You’ll have the chance to explore our beautiful house and grounds, see our facilities in action, and meet with either our Prep or Senior Head to discuss what matters most to your family. It’s your opportunity to ask questions, get a real feel for our community, and discover how we can support your child’s journey.

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Open Events

You can experience Westonbirt at one of our dedicated Open Events, where you’ll see our school community in action. Whether it’s an Open Morning, Open Door day, Teddy Bears’ Picnic, or boarding taster event, each offers a unique insight into life and learning here. You’ll meet our staff and pupils, observe lessons first hand, and discover what makes our school special.

Find out more about upcoming events here:

Open Events

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The Admissions Process

We’re here to make the admissions process as straightforward as possible, and our friendly Admissions Team is always on hand to help. The journey looks slightly different depending on whether your child is joining our Nursery, Prep School or Senior School. Use the links below to see what to expect at each stage.

Nursery Joining Information

Prep Admissions Process

Senior & Sixth Form Admissions Process

International Admissions Process

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International Programme

Westonbirt has been welcoming students from across the world for over 100 years. Ours is a vibrant, international community where overseas students experience the very best of British education: high-quality academic learning, beautiful boarding facilities, and a stunning setting in 210 acres of Cotswold parklands.

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HM Armed Forces

Westonbirt welcomes applications from HM Armed Forces personnel and the school community has included many forces families over the years.

Day Pupils of serving members of HM Forces are eligible for a reduction in fees of up to 10%, subject to parents’ circumstances. Full Boarding students of serving members of HM Forces at Westonbirt pay 10% of the full fees so long as they are in receipt of the Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA).

Please do not hesitate to contact our admissions team to further discuss opportunities for HM Armed Forces personnel.

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Prep: +44 (0)1666 881400
Senior: +44 (0)1666 880333
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