Senior Schools That Use UKISET: Part 4 of 6
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Introduction
The UKiset is an online assessment used by many British independent schools as a way of selecting international students for entry. Currently used by 180 UK schools, it is designed to test the ability of international students, compared with those in the UK of the same age group.
This is the fourth article in our series of UK senior schools that use the UKiset test.
Oundle School
Located in the Northampton market town of Oundle, the college was founded in 1556 and is a co-educational, independent day and boarding school. A Church of England school, almost 1,200 students are divided into twelve houses. There is also a day house and a junior house. It is the third largest boarding school in the UK and has the largest school Combined Cadet Force in the UK.
For more information on the UKiset test at Oundle School, contact the school at [email protected], or by telephone on +44 (0)1832 277 125.
Pangbourne College
Set within a 230-acre campus, Pangbourne College is a co-educational, independent day and boarding school located in rural Berkshire. Its 400+ students are split into six houses and due to its history as a Nautical College that trained Navy officers, its pupils continue to wear naval uniform. The College offers its sports-minded pupils professional coaching and has enjoyed particular success in rowing and rugby.
For more information on the UKiset test Pangbourne College, contact the school Registrar at [email protected], or by telephone on +44 (0)118 976 7415.
Prior’s Field School
Originally founded in 1902 with two pupils, today Prior’s Field educates over 450 students. Located in Surrey’s Guildford area, this independent girls’ day and boarding school is conveniently located for London. Alongside some excellent academic results, the staff at Prior’s Field offer an all-round education to pupils and encourages various extracurricular activities to showcase individual talent and ability from its girls.
For more information on the UKiset test at Prior’s Field School, contact the school Registrar at [email protected], or by telephone on +44 (0)1483 810 551.
Queen Anne’s School
Founded in 1894, Queen Anne’s School is an independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11-18 years. Located in Caversham, the school is housed within a 35-acre campus. Almost half of the school’s 450 pupils choose to board and there are four boarding houses and three day houses in total. A member of the Girls’ School Association, Queen Anne’s School academic achievement has been consistently high and although pupils are expected to perform well academically, the school also offers an array of extracurricular activities.
To find out more about the UKiset test at Queen Anne’s School, contact [email protected], or call on +44 (0)118 918 7300.
Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate
Founded in 1912 and originally located in Harrogate, Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate is now situated in Thorpe Underwood. Pupils numbers have increased significantly in recent years, largely due to over £100m of investment to build new, modern facilities including classrooms, boarding houses and a high quality sports village.
To find out more about the UKiset test at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate, contact [email protected], or call on +44 (0)1423 33 33 00.
Queen Margaret’s School, York
Queen Margaret’s School, York teaches Church of England values to girls age 11 to 18 years. Its 300 pupils are welcome to board, or day education is also available. Founded in 1901, academic results have been incredibly high, with some student continuing their education alongside appearing in the Olympic Games. Pupils from the school’s six houses are offered a wide curriculum, which includes dance, drama and music.
For more information on the UKiset test at Queen Margaret’s School York, contact the school at [email protected], or by telephone on +44 (0)1904 727630.
Redmaids High School (formerly Redlands High School for Girls)
Redland High School for Girls was a Bristol-based selective and independent girls’ school. In September 2017, it merged with The Red Maids’ School and is now known as Redmaids High School. The school’s staff offer excellent pastoral care and alongside their academic requirements, the girls are encouraged to form close social groups and participate in regular extracurricular activities.
For more information on the UKiset test at Redmaids High School, contact the school Registrar at [email protected] or by telephone on +44 (0)117 962 2641.
If you have any outstanding questions about the UKiset, read our brief introduction to the assessment. Our online tests will help to build your child’s confidence ahead of the exam and will give them a better understanding of the format, style and content of the multiple-choice assessment.
Related posts:
Senior Schools That Use UKiset: Part 1 of 6
Senior Schools That Use UKiset: Part 2 of 6
Senior Schools That Use UKiset: Part 3 of 6
Senior Schools That Use UKiset: Part 5 of 6
Senior Schools That Use UKiset: Part 6 of 6
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