How to pass the Wimbledon High School 11+

Are you looking to get your daughter into Wimbledon High School at 11 plus? Find out everything you need to know about the admissions process, and how to help your child succeed.

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Introduction to Wimbledon High School

Wimbledon High is an independent day school for girls in Wimbledon, founded in 1880. It offers an inspiring, challenging curriculum designed to combine a joy in learning with intellectual agility and creativity. Wimbledon High is proud to be a beacon school of the Girls’ Day School Trust.

Alongside its academic success, Wimbledon High fosters a warm community built on fun and kindness. The school encourages resilience, independence, and curiosity while maintaining high standards in education and co-curricular life. It is highly competitive, which is no surprise considering its exceptional university results. In 2024, 94% of GCSEs were awarded Grade 9, 8 or 7 (A*-A), with 53% at Grade 9. At A Level, 81% of grades were A* or A.

Main entry points are 4+, 11+, and 16+. There are over 1,050 students aged 4–18. Beyond academics, Wimbledon High is a vibrant hub for music, drama, and sport. On-site facilities include a sports centre, swimming pool, theatre, drama and art studios, and music rooms.

In addition to core sports like hockey, netball, swimming and tennis, older girls can explore a wide range of options including basketball, martial arts, yoga, and football. Music is thriving, with 25 ensembles rehearsing weekly and a packed calendar of concerts, orchestras, and “Battle of the Bands” events.

Fionnuala Kennedy became Head in September 2020, having previously served as Senior Deputy Head since 2018. She has focused on curriculum and assessment reform, cultivating an innovative and forward-thinking teaching approach. Known for her energy and vision, Kennedy has said:
“Above all, I’m proud to be leading a dynamic, academically adventurous school where staff and girls take themselves seriously but hold themselves lightly.”

Wimbledon High School Fees

£9,619 per term for Years 7-13. The school offers a sibling discount to parents with 3 or more daughters at Wimbledon High at any one time. A discount of 20% is applied to the third child, and any subsequent daughters, for the full duration of their time at Wimbledon High.

11 plus Open Days at Wimbledon High

Before registering your daughter for admission, we recommend that you and your daughter attend a Wimbledon High 11+ Open Event. This will give your daughter a sense of what life is like attending Wimbledon High, the facilities it offers, and a chance to meet members of staff and current pupils. Generally, girls who attend Open Events are better prepared in interviews and more confident upon entering in September.

Wimbledon offer open mornings during the summer term of your daughter’s Year 5 and the Autumn term of her Year 6. For families aiming to join Year 7 in 2026, there is an open day on September 27th 2025. This is available to book via the school website.

The 11 Plus Admissions Process at Wimbledon High School

Applications for 2026 entry to Wimbledon High are now open. The deadline to submit your application is October 17th, 2025. Typically, applications for 11 plus at Wimbledon High are open from May when your daughter is in Year 5 to the end of October of her Year 6. There is a registration fee for UK based applicants of £250 and £350 for those applying from abroad. 

At 11 plus, Wimbledon High accept around 100 girls into their Senior School. Of these, 40 will come from the Junior School while the rest come from a variety of state and independent schools. The ratio of applicants to offers tends to be 10 to 1, however this is subject to change and can go as high as 20 to 1. Despite not having an official sibling policy, sisters of girls currently attending Wimbledon High will be given preference when up against an equally strong applicant.

The Wimbledon High 11 Plus Exam

In 2013, Wimbledon High moved away from assessing applicants in Maths and English, opting instead for purely Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning. All applicants sit the academic assessment, which forms Stage 1 of the admissions process. In Stage 1, girls sit two papers: a Verbal Reasoning paper (approx. 50 minutes) and a Non-Verbal Reasoning paper (approx. 40 minutes). These are completed using a question booklet, pencil, and separate answer sheet, which is then computer-marked.

If your daughter is unfamiliar with this type of test, we strongly recommend she practises beforehand so she isn’t thrown off on the day. The Wimbledon High entrance exam is extremely time-sensitive, with many girls missing out simply because they cannot complete the paper.

Half of the applicants are cut after the exam and not invited back for Stage 2. It is vital your daughter is not only familiar with Reasoning papers but also taught effective exam technique — including how to work accurately under time pressure.

Often, Reasoning is not taught at primary school. Yet it plays a key role in 11+ success, especially at Wimbledon High, where girls must first excel at Reasoning to have any chance of getting in. Children have a natural ability level, but practice improves speed, accuracy, and confidence.

If you’d like help staying on track with preparation, our specialist 11+ tutors — with significant Wimbledon High entrance experience — can support your daughter’s progress.

The first assessment will take place on 12th or 13th November 2025 for 2026 applicants.

The Wimbledon High 11 Plus Assessment Day

Wimbledon High invited girls who score highly in their Reasoning exam for a Creative Assessment Day: Stage 2. This process replaces the traditional interview, so it is vital for your daughter to excel here in order to gain a place. Previously, girls were invited for group assessments — a more informal style of interview where each girl had only a few minutes of speaking time. In 2018, this was replaced by the Creative Assessment Day, designed to reflect Wimbledon High’s educational philosophy.

Girls are assessed on problem-solving skills, curiosity, risk-taking, creativity, and teamwork. They will be observed by staff as they participate in a carousel of group activities during the 4-hour session.

Wimbledon High says the aim of Stage 2 is to engage girls in creative and problem-solving tasks. The school is keen to see candidates throw themselves into the activities, be curious, look around them, and ask questions. In the past, girls have been asked to work out how to escape a locked room using given materials.

Wimbledon High prefers girls not to appear over-practised. In our experience, teachers look for bright, engaged, confident girls who are eager to learn and able to express themselves clearly. Teachers choose children they would genuinely enjoy teaching.

The Creative Assessment Day takes place on the 9th January 2026.

The idea of an interview can be daunting for children who find it harder to express their views. That’s why every year, Mentor runs individual and group sessions to build confidence. Focusing on interview preparation and what to expect, we encourage children to develop thoughtful answers and present their best selves.

11 plus Scholarships at Wimbledon High School

Many of our tutors have great success securing scholarships and are experienced with pushing the boundaries of learning for exceptional students. Wimbledon High does not disclose how many scholarships are awarded per year. All Wimbledon High applicants are automatically eligible for an academic scholarship. The school awards academic scholarships to girls who perform exceptionally well on the entrance exam and Creative Assessment Day.

Wimbledon High also offer scholarships in music, drama and sport. To apply for these, you must submit a separate application online before the registration deadline in November. If your daughter is exceptionally skilled and keen at sports, drama or music, we recommend you submit the 11 plus application form as early as possible to allow time to complete the separate scholarship applications. The scholarship application forms will only be made available once Wimbledon High has received your 11 plus registration. Invitations to Music or Sport Assessments are sent to applicants with the results of the Stage 1 assessment, these will then be held at Wimbledon High in January. Academic, music and sports scholarships at Wimbledon High can be worth up to 20% of the school fees but are usually 5 to 10%. 

Meet our Tutors

To guarantee your daughter the best chance of admission to Wimbledon High, offer her some additional support from one of our tutors. Many of our over 200 tutors are experts in the Wimbledon High 11 plus and with bespoke one-to-one tuition, they can help children to achieve success at exams and interviews. 

With more than 40 years of experience in tutoring children to gain admission to some of London’s most competitive independent schools, we at Mentor have a wealth of knowledge on how best to prepare your daughter for entry to Wimbledon High. 

Over 80% of our tutors are qualified teachers, so they have an in-depth knowledge of their subject, the syllabus and the most effective teaching methods. Many have been heads of department, head teachers or examiners and all come with a wealth of experience and a great track record of success. All have been reference checked and have up-to-date DBS certificates. Wherever possible we will match your daughter with a tutor who has a track record at Wimbledon High themselves.

For some information on our tutors’ unique approach to testing children in preparation for exams, contact our team.

More Information on Wimbledon High School

Address: Wimbledon High School, Mansel Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 4AB

Telephone: 020 8971 0900 

Email: info@wim.gdst.net 

Website: www.wimbledonhigh.gdst.net

Local Authority: Merton

School’s Unique Reference Number (URN): 102692

Gender: Girls

Age Range: 4-18

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