International Admissions

At St George’s we are proud to have a diverse pupil body and we warmly welcome overseas pupils to be part of our excellent boarding community

St George’s is very conveniently located for overseas boarders with London Heathrow Airport only a 20 minute car journey away, and a 25 mile, 45 minute journey to central London.

Our friendly and supportive atmosphere makes it easy for pupils to settle into the school and make friendships that last a lifetime.

Applying for a Place

For the majority of applicants who are able to visit us in person, we can arrange for pupils to sit their entrance assessment and have their interview during their visit. Applicants will also have the opportunity to meet some current pupils and enjoy lunch in the dining hall.

We understand that for many families, visiting in person is not possible and so for many the first stage of the application process is to register your child.

International applicants should first complete the online registration process and then email a copy of their passport, birth certificate (with certified translation if not written in English) and latest school report to admissions@stgeorges-ascot.org.uk.

Dedicated support didn't just improve my fluency; it gave me the momentum needed to pursue an engineering degree and take a huge step forwards in my professional career.

Former International Pupil
Entrance Exams
EAL
Acceptance
Visas
Guardianship
Agent Partners

Entrance Examinations for International Pupils

Once registered for possible entry, applicants will be invited to sit their assessment either at St George’s School, or, at the office of one of the school’s educational agents, the British Council or at a candidate’s own school. If an applicant is applying remotely, they will also be invited to attend a virtual interview with the Deputy Head and Head of EAL.

Year 7 Entry

Combined Maths and English Paper (1 hour)

Interview with the Deputy Head and Head of EAL

Year 8 Entry

Maths Paper (1 hour), English EAL paper (1 hour 30 minutes)

Interview with the Deputy Head and Head of EAL

Year 9 Entry

Maths Paper (1 hour), English EAL paper (1 hour 30 minutes), Science Paper (1 hour)

Interview with the Deputy Head and Head of EAL

Year 10 Entry

Maths Paper (1 hour), English EAL paper (1 hour 20 minutes)

Science Paper (1 hour)

Interview with the Deputy Head and Head of EAL

Sixth Form (Year 12) Entry

16+ Examination papers in the subjects applicants are intending to study for A level

English EAL paper

Interview with the Deputy Head / Head of Sixth Form and Head of EAL

English as an Additional Language

St George’s has a very strong EAL department which is there to help pupils access the school curriculum. All our EAL lessons are conducted on a one-to-one basis, although our EAL teachers work closely with academic subject teachers and form tutors to ensure that EAL pupils are receiving the specific language support they need. Generally upon entrance we will advise you as to how many extra English lessons your child will require and these will be charged at an additional cost. As your child progresses and becomes more and more proficient in command of English we will review the numbers of lessons on a termly basis with the aim of reducing them based on a pupil's progress.

We also help our pupils to prepare for any external examinations such as IELTS, the English proficiency test accepted by British Universities, and provide the internationally recognised Cambridge exams should pupils wish to take this (PET, FCE and CAE) with the final exam taken at a certified test centre. We aim that all our pupils will achieve IELTS 7.5 by the time they leave St George’s ready for university entrance.

Acceptance of a Place

Following the formal offer of a place, parents are asked to accept their child’s place at St George’s within two weeks and to pay the deposit. The deposit is refundable less any outstanding fees owing to the school by means of a credit to the final payment when your child leaves St George’s. The deposit will be retained should the accepted place not be taken up.

International Pupil Boarding Deposit£15,000
EU Boarding Deposit£2,500
Visa Administration Charge
(where applicable)		£795

Visas - UK Student and Child Student Visa Routes

St George’s sponsors pupils with Child Student Visas or Student Visas (16+), throughout their senior school educations.

To ensure the best possible service and advice to parents, St George's immigration work is outsourced to Sable who are a specialist immigration law firm. They will manage the visa application process on behalf of St George's and your child, and any subsequent renewals as your child progresses through the school. Sable will complete all the forms ensuring full compliance with UKVI regulations, ensuring the chance of a successful application is maximised. The school will require you to use the services of Sable in any visa application and will not accept any third party arrangement.

There will be a one off administration charge for this service of £795 which you should pay on acceptance of your child's place, together with the acceptance deposit.

Guardianship

It is essential, and also a legal requirement, that all parents not permanently resident in the UK, appoint a guardian for their child(s). The guardian must have British citizenship, or Leave to Remain, and this must not be time-bound. Please see our Guardianship Guidelines which can be downloaded from this page.

Guardians should be arranged by the pupil’s own family. The guardian may be a nominated family friend or relative, and should be able to correspond with the school in English.

If a family has difficulty in finding a suitable guardian, St George’s can supply a list of approved guardian agencies who will assist with supplying a guardian.

International Agents

At St George's School, Ascot, we value the strong partnerships we build with international education agents who share our commitment to helping young people access an exceptional British education.

We welcome applications from students around the world and offer competitive agency terms for both short and longer-term placements, with a minimum stay of one term.

Why Partner with St George's?

  • British boarding and day school for ages 11–18 (co-educational entry to Year 7 and 9 from September 2027 and Sixth Form from September 2028)
  • Flexible boarding options within three welcoming boarding houses
  • Outstanding pastoral care and academic support
  • Dedicated 1:1 EAL provision
  • Excellent university destinations, including leading Russell Group and international universities
  • Exceptional sporting, performing arts and enrichment opportunities
  • Safe campus in one of the UK's most desirable locations, just 40 minutes from central London and 20 minutes to Heathrow Airport

We are always pleased to develop new partnerships with reputable international education agencies. Please view our Consultant Guide here 

To discuss agency terms, student placements or request an Agency Agreement, please contact Karen Semple, our Director of Admissions at admissions@stgeorges-ascot.org.uk