United Kingdom, London
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1. Rolling admissions and space availability. Marymount operates rolling admissions and may accept applications throughout the school year, subject to space availability. Families should contact the Admissions Team before beginning the online application to learn about current space and entry options. This helps families plan for potential mid-year admissions.
2. Online application and initial steps. Begin the online application and plan to save your progress as you go. Upload documents (passport, visa, school records) and electronically submit the necessary recommendation forms to your daughter's current school. After the completed application is received, a member of the Admissions Team will be in touch to discuss next steps.
3. Assessment process by grade. The admissions process is holistic and rigorous, with assessments tailored by grade. Grade 6 entry (Year 7) includes an assessment day with an online aptitude test, small group activities, and an individual interview. Grades 7–10 entry involves written tests in Maths and English and an interview with a senior academic team member (online or in person). Grade 11 entry (IB Diploma Programme) involves written tests in Maths and English and an interview with the IBDP Coordinator; entry to Grade 12 is considered on a case-by-case basis, with a reference requested from the current school for all entry grades.
4. Offers, documentation, and visa steps. Offers of admission are extended following assessment and may be conditional upon receipt of official records and validation of documents. The school reserves the right to reconsider an offer if new information arises. Overseas applicants must satisfy UKVI visa requirements; the visa process is the responsibility of the applicants and their parents.
5. Language, SEN considerations, and grade placement. Students whose first language is not English are assessed on entry to determine appropriate English language development support (ELD/English B). If special educational needs are identified, a meeting may be arranged to discuss adjustments and services (Learning Resource Programme) and any related costs; the school may place students in the most appropriate Grade based on age and ability.
Scholarships are available for Grade 6 (Year 7) and Grade 11 (Year 12) entry. Scholarships in a range of disciplines recognise excellence, effort and engagement and provide opportunities to extend learning in specific disciplines. For Grade 6 entry, MYP scholarships include Academic (by invitation after grade 6 entrance assessments), Visual Arts and Design, Performing Arts (Dance, Drama or Music), and Sports. For Grade 11 entry, IBDP scholarships include Academic, Arts, Sports, Service, and All-Rounder. Applicants wishing to apply for a scholarship should indicate this on their application form; further detailed information is provided upon expression of interest.
Bursaries are means-tested and available in a limited number each year. All applications are confidential and considered on a case-by-case basis; a full statement of financial circumstances with supporting documentation is required and reviewed by a third party prior to any award. The bursary fund is finite, and awards are at the Headmistress and Governors' discretion and subject to annual review. Indicate on the application if you wish to be considered for a bursary; the Business Office will follow up. The bursary assessment runs concurrently with the entrance process and does not affect the testing outcome or placement. Written notification of bursary outcomes is provided simultaneously with a placement offer.
Marymount International School London is an independent Catholic day and boarding school for girls aged 11–18, on a seven-acre campus in Kingston upon Thames, about 12 miles from central London. It is an IB World School offering the IB Middle Years Programme (ages 11–16) and the IB Diploma Programme (ages 16–19). The Diploma Programme uses six subject groups, three HL and three SL, plus TOK, the Extended Essay and CAS; the EE can be written in seven languages. The MYP provides eight subject groups, a Personal Project and a focus on concept-based learning, contexts and Service as Action. The curriculum develops language skills with mother-tongue support. Facilities include Performing Arts spaces; Art and Design Studios with a kiln, 3D printers, a laser cutter and MacBooks with Adobe Creative Suite. The campus features boarding houses with meals provided and learning-support. Marymount is connected to the RSHM network and an international community.