Hurst Open Morning
Open Days and Open Weeks
- #1 Open Day: 2026-05-09 09:00:00
A Hurst Open Morning provides an opportunity for parents/guardians and prospective pupils to tour the campus, listen to presentations by the Head of College and current pupils, meet key members of staff, talk to pupils and view some of the classroom activities on show. It is an excellent way to see an overview of what Hurst has to offer.
Overview
- Key Stage 1 (KS1): 5–7
- Key Stage 2 (KS2): 7–11
- Key Stage 3 (KS3): 11–14
- Key Stage 4 (KS4): 14–16
- Key Stage 5 (KS5): 16–18
- Day
- Weekly Boarding
- Co-educational
Religious Affiliation
Student Numbers
Gender Profile %
Offering
Curriculum
- GCSE
- iGCSE
- A Levels (Advanced Level)
- BTEC Level 3
Summer Programmes
English Language Support
- EAL (English as an Additional Language)
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Classical Greek
- Combined Science
- Computer Science
- Dance
- Design and Technology
- Drama
- English Language
- English Literature
- French
- Geography
- History
- Latin
- Mathematics
- Music
- Physical Education (PE)
- Physics
- Spanish
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Classical Civilisation
- Computer Science
- Design and Technology
- Drama and Theatre
- Economics
- English Literature
- French
- Further Mathematics
- Geography
- History
- Latin
- Mathematics
- Music
- Physics
- Politics
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Business
- Sport / Sports Science
Sports & Outdoors
- Duke of Edinburgh
- Horse riding
- Sailing
Music, Drama & Arts
- Music bands
- Public speaking
- Theater
Academic, Debate & Leadership
- STEM clubs
Academic
- Science laboratories
- Library digital and print
- Computer lab / IT suite
- Art studio
- Music rooms
- Drama studio
Sports & Recreation
- Sports hall
- Swimming pool
- Gym
Boarding & Pastoral Care
- Common rooms
- Dining hall
Other Amenities
Hurst has a dedicated department for students with mild-to-moderate learning needs (e.g., Dyslexia). Support is highly personalized, focusing on classroom strategies and individual 1:1 sessions.
Admissions
Fee-Paying
Fees Per Term
Tuition Per Year
Entry Requirements
- 11+ (Year 7): ISEB Common Pre-test in Year 6, followed by a collaborative Assessment Day (English, Maths, and group activities).
- 13+ (Year 9): ISEB Common Pre-test in Year 6. Most places are offered via “deferred entry” during Year 6.
- 16+ (Sixth Form): Minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 7, with at least a Grade 7 in subjects intended for A Level study.
Key Dates for Admissions
Registration Deadlines: * Sixth Form: Friday, 2 October 2026.
- 11+ & 13+: Monday, 12 October 2026.
Assessment Windows:
- Sixth Form: Wednesday, 14 October 2026.
- 11+: Tuesday, 19 January 2027.
- 13+: March 2027 (for non-deferred applicants).
Offer Dates: * Sixth Form: 1 December 2026.
- 11+ & 13+: February/March 2027.
Results
Hurst is consistently ranked among the top co-educational schools in the UK for academic value-added.
- A Level: 60% of grades were A/A*; 88% were A–B*.
- GCSE: 79% of grades were awarded at 9–7 (A/A equivalent)*.
- EPQ: Over 92% of Extended Project Qualification students achieved an A or A*.
- Recognition: Named a “Top 100” UK Boarding School and a national finalist for “Independent Senior School of the Year.”
- First Choice: Over 95% of students secure their first-choice university.
- Top Institutions: Frequent placements at Bristol, Exeter, Durham, UCL, and Edinburgh.
- Elite Pathways: Regular success for candidates applying to Oxford, Cambridge, and competitive Medical Schools.
- Specialist: High numbers transition to Conservatoires (Music/Drama) and Degree Apprenticeships with firms like Dyson and PwC.
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