Payment of the registration fee confirms the first stage of the admissions process and enables us to move your child’s application forward.
The School’s Bank Details can be found on the Registration Form. If you have not visited the School at the point of registration, please contact the Head of Admissions to book a visit.
After Registration
Once a pupil is registered, and before their expected entry to King’s Bruton, the School will request a report from their current school. This will include predicted results for any forthcoming public examinations, such as Common Entrance for Year 9 entry or GCSEs for Year 11 entry. This information forms an important part of the decision‑making process when considering a formal offer of a place.
For applicants joining outside these key entry points, formal examinations are not usually required. In these cases, offers are based on school reports and an informal meeting with the Headmaster, ensuring that each child is considered individually and thoughtfully.
Formal Acceptance
Formal offers are made in writing and are based on school reports, together with an informal meeting with the Headmaster. We hope that this process gives both families and the School the opportunity to ensure that King's is the right fit and the beginning of a happy and successful journey.
If you choose to accept an offer, we simply ask that you complete the Parent/School Contract (Acceptance Form) and pay the £1,000* deposit. Once these have been received, your child's place at King's is secured and we can begin preparing for their arrival and the exciting opportunities ahead.
In some cases, an offer may be conditional. For example, entry into Year 12 is typically subject to achieving the required GCSE results. Where this applies, we will be delighted to confirm the place once the conditions of the offer have been met.
*An additional deposit is payable by parents whose normal residence is outside the EU
House System: Where Every Pupil Belongs
The House system is at the heart of life at King’s and plays a central role in every pupil’s experience of the School. Every pupil, whether day or boarding, belongs to one of our Houses, creating a strong sense of identity, belonging and community from the moment they join.
For boarders, their House is a home away from home; for day pupils, it is a welcoming base throughout the school day. More than simply a place, each House provides pastoral support, guidance and encouragement, ensuring that every pupil is known well, valued as an individual and supported to flourish.
Our Houses bring together pupils of different ages and backgrounds, fostering lasting friendships, leadership opportunities and a strong sense of shared purpose. They are the foundation of the close-knit community for which King’s is known, enriching school life through House events, competitions and daily connections that extend well beyond the classroom.
House allocations are made by the Headmaster, taking into account a range of factors to ensure the best experience for each pupil. As some Houses reach capacity more quickly than others, families are encouraged to accept their place promptly where possible.
Getting to know King's!
There are plenty of opportunities to visit King’s during the application process. We offer a number of thoughtfully planned touchpoints for children and their families, giving everyone the chance to get to know the School well before joining. These events are designed to be welcoming, relaxed, and enjoyable, and to help new families feel part of the community from the very beginning.
Among these are the Third Form Afternoon in the Spring Term, as well as a House Night BBQ and family drinks in the Summer Term — all lovely occasions for pupils to meet one another, explore their new environment, and begin forming connections ahead of September.
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Arrange a visit
To arrange a visit and for all enquiries, please contact Emma Halford-Macleod, Head of Admissions.
