List of Independent Schools in Hampshire

There are a range of independent schools in Hampshire covering mixed schools, schools for boys and schools for girls.

Below you’ll find a list of those private schools that we have included which have entry into year 7 (11 Plus entry).

Hampshire Independent Schools accepting entry into year seven

Churcher’s College – Petersfield – Hampshire

Churcher’s College is a mixed private school.

Churcher’s College- 1111 pupils.

“Children at Churcher’s thrive in an atmosphere of high expectation but even higher achievement in a happy, well-disciplined and caring environment. By developing the full academic, creative and sporting talents of the pupils, within the context of social awareness, their aim is to fully prepare them for all they will face in this dynamic and challenging world.”

School Website: www.churcherscollege.com

Exam Format – School’s own. This typically covers the following:

• English
• Maths
• Verbal Reasoning
• Creative Writing

Ditcham Park School – Ditcham – Hampshire

Ditcham Park School is a mixed private school.

Ditcham Park School- 357 pupils.

“Ditcham Park School, idyllic position on South Downs near Petersfield. 360+ pupils aged 4-16 years. Caring supportive ethos, small class sizes. Consistently high GCSE results.Excellent facilities including purpose built sports hall, Art and DT block and ICT suites.2009 ISI inspection said the educational experience provided is of a high quality and the Early Years provision is outstanding.”

School Website: www.ditchampark.com

Exam Format – School’s own. This typically covers the following topics:

• English
• Maths
• Verbal Reasoning
• Non-Verbal Reasoning

Farnborough Hill School – Farnborough – Hampshire

Farnborough Hill School is an all girls private school

Farnborough Hill School – 570 pupils

“Farnborough Hill welcomes all into our community, where we aim to live Christ’s Gospel values joyfully and wholeheartedly, forming each individual to fulfil her potential and face the future with wisdom, strength and dignity”

School Website: www.farnborough-hill.org

Exam Format – CEM Select. This is an online test that covers the following:

• English
• Maths
• Verbal Reasoning
• Non-Verbal Reasoning

Lord Wandsworth College – Hook – Hampshire

Lord Wandsworth College is a mixed private school.

Lord Wandsworth College- 586 pupils.

“Co-educational boarding and day school for children aged 11-18. Entry at 11+ by own tests (IQ, Maths, English) and at 13+ by CE. Pre tests for 13+ entry generally taken in Year 6. CE pass mark 50%. Entry to 6th Form by interview and minimum of 4B/2C grades at GCSE. Full, weekly and flexi-boarding. Family friendly, all round school offering excellent academic provision and many extra-curricular opportunities.”

School Website: www.lordwandsworth.org

Exam Format – School’s own. This is an online test that comes in two parts. Part 1 includes:

• English
• Maths
• Verbal Reasoning
• Non-Verbal Reasoning

Part 2 includes:

• Puzzles & Problem Solving
• Creative Comprehension

St Nicholas’ School – Fleet – Hampshire

St Nicholas’ School is an all girls private school

St Nicholas’ School – 370 pupils

“What sets St Nicholas’ School apart from other schools is our friendly atmosphere, sense of community and strong educational ethos, where we strive to provide our pupils with the skills and opportunities to fulfil their dreams. Ensuring each pupil is valued and supported, we are immensely proud of everything our pupils achieve; whether it be fantastic examination results, sporting success, musical prowess, or creative endeavours.”

School Website: www.st-nicholas.hants.co.uk

Exam Format – CEM Select. This is an online assessment which covers:

• English
• Maths
• Verbal Reasoning
• Non-Verbal Reasoning

St Swithun’s School – Winchester – Hampshire

St Swithun’s School is an all girls private school.

St Swithun’s School- 508 pupils.

“St Swithun’s School, Winchester is set on an impressive and attractive campus of over 45 acres overlooking open countryside, and offers girls excellent teaching, sporting and recreational facilities. The school offers day, weekly boarding and full boarding options for 530 girls aged 11-18. There is an adjoining Junior School for girls aged 3-11 and boys up to the age of 7 years.”

School Website: www.stswithuns.com

Exam Format – ISEB Common Pretest followed by school’s own. The ISEB Common Pretest is online and covers the following:

• English
• Maths
• Verbal Reasoning
• Non-Verbal Reasoning

This is followed by the school’s own assessment which includes English and Maths

The Gregg School – Southampton – Hampshire

The Gregg School is a mixed private school.

The Gregg School- 303 pupils.

“Set in 23 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the School’s great strength lies in its small size and the quality of its pastoral care. A broad-based curriculum, supported by a wide range of extra-curricular activities ensures each child is given every opportunity to make the most of their individual talents in a supportive, caring environment.”

School Website: www.greggschool.org

Exam Format – ISEB Common Pretest

followed by school’s own. The ISEB Common Pretest is online and covers the following:

• English
• Maths
• Verbal Reasoning
• Non-Verbal Reasoning

This is followed by the school’s own assessment which includes English and Maths

Preparing for entry into an Independent School

We have developed a section on how to prepare for Independent school exams and how to prepare for Independent School interviews so do please feel free to use these resources if you would like to.

If you are thinking of trying for an Independent School scholarship or bursary then please see our information page on that topic.

Equally, many independent schools publish past papers and we have past papers and sample papers which are useful for preparation in all the core areas:

Free sample 11 Plus English practice and past papers

Free sample 11 Plus Maths practice and past papers

Free sample 11 Plus Verbal Reasoning practice and past papers

Free sample 11 Plus Non-Verbal Reasoning practice and past papers