We find that children thrive in their correct class age groups. Our differentiated teaching accommodates students who need support and stretches those who are more able. We always keep children in their correct age band except when:

• A student in Yr10 or above is not fluent enough in English to complete the GCSE or IB programme.

In these situations, we will discuss the matter with you before making a decision. Please note that we’re isolated from support services normally available in the UK so we will advise you against placing your child with us if we do not feel able to provide for special emotional, social, academic, physical or behavioural needs.

Here are the ages at entry

Entry Requirements

Nursery - Year 6

• We admit children who do not speak English up to Year 5. Those entering Year 6 need a basic level of proficiency.
• Class sizes are 30 students in Nursery, 22 in Reception and 22 from Year 1 to Year 6. There are waiting lists after this.

Years 7 - 9

• We will assess the ability of all students in English, Maths and Hungarian (where relevant) but there’s no specific academic standard for entry.
• Reasonable proficiency in English is required.
• Class size is limited to 20 pupils. There is a waiting list after this.

Years 10 - 13 (GCSE and IB)

• Students need to be proficient in English.
• We will assess all students and will need evidence that they will be able to complete these demanding programmes.
• We will need to discus whether we offer the appropriate subject choices.
• Our GCSE classes are limited to 20 pupils, our IB subject groups to 15. Waiting lists operate after this.
  

Class organisation

Where there are two or three classes in a year group, we try to organise the classes so that they are balanced in terms of language experience, nationalities, abilities and gender. If we feel the students will benefit, we may reorganise them at the start of the academic year. We will let you know our decision on class groups and teachers in mid-August. Please note that the Principal’s decision is final.