Admissions 4+

How does registration work at Bute House for entry into Reception?

Entry into our Reception class is by a ballot, which is drawn two years in advance of the year of entry. The Ballot for the 22-24 places available is drawn by the Chair of Governors with the Head, Registrar and a representative from the school’s audit firm. All the registered girls’ names are put into a ballot box and then drawn by the Chair as described above. In addition, a ranked waiting list is drawn at the same time as the main ballot draw. These children are offered places should anybody be unable to take up the place offered in the main draw.

How do I register my daughter for the Ballot?

1. Use the table below to identify your daughter’s year of entry
2. Click the link at the bottom of this page to fill out the registration form and pay the registration fee.
3. You will then be invited to attend a Bute House open morning and information meeting the year prior to the Ballot being drawn for your daughter’s year group.

When do I register my daughter for the Ballot?

The deadlines for application are according to your child’s date of birth, and are as follows:

How many names are likely to be in the Ballot?

There are usually between 250 and 300 names entered.

What happens if my daughter’s name is not drawn from the Ballot?

There is another opportunity for entry through the 7+ process. Girls who are not drawn from the Ballot will automatically remain registered for 7+ entry in the appropriate year. The year prior to the 7+ entry point, we will contact you to ask you to reconfirm your interest in taking part in the 7+ assessment. You will be invited to complete a 7+ Assessment Confirmation Form and should return this form with the assessment fee.

Is there a sibling policy for 4+ entry?

Of the 22-24 places available, automatic offers are made to the siblings of children already at Bute House. While we always try to keep siblings together, places for older siblings of 4+ applicants are subject to availability and assessment.

4+ 2029 Admissions Timetable

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our Registrar on  020 7603 7381 x202 or email admissions@butehouse.co.uk