Assessment

The Assessment Process
Farleigh is not an academically selective School but all applicants are asked to complete an entry assessment to ensure that the School is able to meet the child's needs. A copy of the School's Learning Support (SEND) Policy can be made available on request.

The Assessment Process begins in the academic year before joining. No specific preparation for the assessment is needed but we do require a report and, in some instances, a reference from the child’s current school/learning environment. Please contact the School to discuss any special educational needs or disability that your child may have with the School before they attend the assessment so that we can make adequate provision for them while undergoing that assessment.

Kindergarten and Pre-Prep (Reception, Years 1 and 2)
For all children considered for entry into the Kindergarten and Reception year groups, assessment is conducted informally while observing play in small groups. Children being considered for entry into the Pre-Prep in Years 1 and 2 will be invited to attend a taster morning, during which they will be informally assessed/monitored by a Pre-Prep teacher or a member of our Learning Support Department. This will include a Phonics check, Reading and assessments of understanding of language and basic number recognition.

The Prep School (Years 3-8)
Children intended for entry at Year 3 and above will be asked to attend an Assessment Day. These take place in the autumn and spring terms and are organised with the Registrar. The children spend a day with their current cohort, during which time they will be formally assessed.

The Prep School assessment will include Reading, Writing, Spelling, Vocabulary and Mathematics. Wherever possible, current reports should be sent to Farleigh in advance of the assessment. A member of our Learning Support Team may wish to contact the relevant teacher at your child’s current school during the application process and this will be done in consultation with you.