What is South Hampstead School known for?

South Hampstead School is known for its academic excellence and empowering girls to succeed.

How do I apply for admission to South Hampstead School?

You can apply through the school website.

South Hampstead School offers education from nursery to sixth form.

Yes, South Hampstead School offers various extracurricular activities, including sports, arts, and clubs.

South Hampstead School actively promotes diversity and inclusion through programs and initiatives.

Our average student-to-teacher ratio ensures individualized attention for all students.

Updated on: October 20, 2023

Quick and detailed information for the 11+ exams in 2023-2024 of South Hampstead School provided below for 4+, 7+ and 11+ Parents reference.

School Address: South Hampstead High School, 3 Maresfield Gardens, London, NW3 5SS
School Website: Click here for more information
Admissions Contact:
Junior School:
- Telephone: 020 7794 7198
- Email: [email protected]
Senior School:
- Telephone: 020 7435 2899
- Email: [email protected]
School Type: Girls
Total Number of Students in School: 900
The number of places available:
- 4+: 24 Places
- 7+: 24 Places
- 11+: 55 Places
Open Days
- Recordings of the school recent virtual open days are available. The school hope to be able to welcome you to the school in person for open mornings from late June, subject to the lifting of restrictions. These are now available to book online for those considering September 2022 entry.
- To find out more about South Hampstead School view the school’s Virtual Open Event films here.
4+ Application Closing Date: The closing date for applications is Friday 6th October 2023.
7+ Application Closing Date: The closing date for applications is Friday 6th October 2023.
11+ Application Closing Date: The closing date for applications is mid-November 2021.
Exam Provider: Bespoke Online Test
ISI Report: ISI Report | South Hampstead School, London

4+ applications for entry in September 2024 closing date: Friday 6th October 2023.
First assessment: Applicants are typically invited to an enjoyable school visit in early November, which should be considered as a ‘play date’.
Second assessment: The School invite back approximately half the candidates in smaller groups for the second assessment in mid-January 2022.
Places will be offered on January 2024.
The deadline to accept: February 2024.
Online Registration Application Here

First assessment:
- Every candidate will receive an invitation to participate in a playdate-style session during the autumn term. Parents will receive notification of the specific date as we approach that time.
Second assessment:
- If your daughter performs admirably, she will receive an invitation for an additional evaluation in January 2024.

7+ applications for entry in September 2024 closing date: Friday 6th October 2023.
Initial assessment: Friday 13th October 2023
Group assessment: Early January 2024.
Places offered: January 2024
The deadline to accept: Early February 2024.

Every girl who has submitted an application will receive an invitation to visit the school during the autumn term. They will have the opportunity to take a tour of the school and partake in thrilling activities in the Science lab and music room.
First round assessment
- All applicants are cordially invited to participate in an academic assessment scheduled for Friday, October 13th. This assessment will encompass subjects such as Mathematics, creative writing, and reading comprehension, along with collaborative exercises.
Second round assessment
- Should your daughter excel in her performance, she will receive an invitation to join us once again in January 2024 for an additional group session.

11+ applications for entry in September 2022 closing date: mid-November 2021.
Entrance examination: The School is working on our plans in conjunction with the London 11+ Consortium - the test typically takes place in early January.
Interviews: Parents need to check the latest updated information on the school website.
Places offered: Mid-February 2022
The deadline to accept is early March 2022.

All applicants for the 11+ entry to Hampton School will undergo a competitive entrance examination, which consists of the following written papers:1. Mathematics (45 minutes): This exam evaluates problem-solving skills and arithmetic proficiency. It will encompass questions related to number theory, measurement, geometry, algebra, and statistics.2. English – Creative Writing (30 minutes): The English paper assesses writing abilities, including spelling and punctuation. Candidates will be graded on their capacity to employ imagination, creativity, form, purpose, organization, coherence, and sentence structure effectively.3. Words and Reasoning (40 minutes): The Words and Reasoning paper is primarily designed to gauge students' capability to extract information from a passage or a map/timetable. This paper also tests their comprehension of word meanings and includes verbal and visual puzzles. The questions are presented in a multiple-choice format.