Admissions

The best way to get a feel for our school, is to come and visit. We are an inclusive school, and always welcome prospective parents whether during normal school hours – when you can get a feel for how the school operates on a daily basis – or during one of our Open Days. Every child and family is unique – the start of your journey into Sion education should be no different. Some children will be joining us from other independent schools, while others join us for their first step into independent education. Whatever your situation, we would be delighted to arrange to show you around in a way that works for you. If you have any questions, or if you would like to make an appointment to visit, we would be delighted to hear from you, so please get in touch with our Admissions Registrar.

From their third birthday, children can attend our nursery. There is no entrance examination at this stage and instead, we invite children to attend two taster sessions. A place will be offered subject to a successful outcome of these.

Admission for ALL students, both internal and external, is dependent upon GCSE results and satisfactory school reports. Students should achieve at least a Grade 7 in the subjects they wish to pursue at A Level and have gained Grade 4 in English and Mathematics.

Should there be evidence of particular academic or behavioural needs, which cannot be accommodated within this school, we will recommend an alternative environment more specifically designed to cater for such pupils’ requirements.

In the unlikely event that a child displays problems not detected during his/her initial visit or does not settle here, we reserve the right to ask parents to seek an alternative school. This action would be taken only as a last resort and following at least two consultations with parents.