” Our son received an 11+ academic scholarship to Emanuel. We are absolutely over the moon as this was his first choice school. He will be joining his sister!”

Emanuel School is one of south-west London’s most compelling independent schools. Academically rigorous, broad-minded, and full of opportunity, it challenges bright, curious children while nurturing them to be confident, independent, and kind. Whether your child excels in academics, the arts, or sport, Emanuel stretches potential without unnecessary pressure.

In 2025, 91 percent of GCSEs were graded 9–7 (A*–A equivalent), with 46 percent at Grade 9. At A Level, 70 percent of students achieved A*/A, placing Emanuel eighth nationally among co-educational day schools in The Times Parent Power tables.

“Emanuel combines academic rigour with kindness and breadth — pupils are confident, articulate and notably well-rounded.”
— The Good Schools Guide

Emanuel is a school we know exceptionally well. As a local option it is naturally very popular with our families. We have an incredibly high success rate at both 10+ and 11+ admissions, including scholarships, year after year.

Is Emanuel Right for Your Child

Emanuel is a co-educational, day school for around 1,000 pupils aged 10 to 18, with entry points at 10+, 11+, limited 13+, and 16+. The main intake is at 11+.

Families are drawn to Emanuel for:

• Strong academic standards without a hot-house approach

• Excellent co-curricular opportunities in sport, music, drama, and the arts

• A genuinely inclusive, down-to-earth community

Around half of Emanuel pupils come from state schools and the school actively supports bursaries and financial accessibility.

Emanuel School Admissions

Entry at 10+ and 11 Plus is highly competitive.

• 10+ for Year 6 is extremely selective

• 11+ for Year 7 offers 96 external places plus 48 internal Hill Form places

• Roughly 1,000 applicants compete for 11 Plus annually

• Sibling policy applies and is under review

What Child Thrives at Emanuel School

Emanuel suits children who are:

• Bright, curious, and confident learners

• Comfortable expressing ideas and taking part in discussions

• Motivated to contribute academically and in co-curricular activities

• Confident yet approachable, thriving in a supportive but ambitious environment

Emanuel 11+ Exam Overview

The Emanuel 11+ exam tests your child’s academic ability and potential to thrive in the school’s curriculum.

• English (1 hour): 30 minutes comprehension and 30 minutes creative writing, assessing understanding, organisation, vocabulary, and expression

• Maths (45 minutes): Arithmetic, problem-solving, and reasoning. Non-calculator

• Verbal Reasoning (30 minutes): Logical thinking, pattern recognition, analogies, and vocabulary

Preparation across all subjects is essential using practice papers, writing exercises, and reasoning drills.

Scholarships and Bursaries

• Academic scholarships range from 10 to 50 percent and are automatically considered for all 11+ candidates

• Music, Drama, Art and Design, and Sport scholarships often include free tuition

• Over 20 percent of pupils benefit from means-tested bursaries

• Scholarships and bursaries can be combined

Fees Context 2025–26

• £8,263 per term for Years 7 to 13

• One term held as a refundable deposit

• Bursaries can significantly reduce costs

What Parents Say

Emanuel balances academic ambition with a welcoming community. Parents note the school encourages achievement while nurturing individuality.

Parents really value the breadth of opportunities on offer, from sport and music to drama and clubs, alongside solid academic support. Independent forums like Mumsnet and Nappyvalleynet post positive reviews from parents about the well-rounded education their children receive and the supportive, fun environment.

Pastoral support is frequently praised. The school itself highlights its commitment to pupil wellbeing, and independent inspection reporting shows that almost all parents report their children are well looked after and supported, with staff readily available to help when needed.

Finally, parents often point to a balance between academic ambition and a down‑to‑earth community feel — they note that Emanuel isn’t overly pressured but still encourages achievement and personal growth in multiple areas.

“Emanuel offers a friendly, all-round education … within which young people are encouraged to explore their interests and fulfil their potential.”
— Best Schools Magazine

Emanuel 11 + Interview

Successful candidates attend an interview and experience day in January:

• One-on-one and group tasks assess teamwork, problem-solving, and communication

• Scholarship candidates may have an additional interview with academic staff

Preparing for Emanuel School 10+ and 11+

• Build strong foundations in Maths and English

• Develop confident, natural communication

• Understand exam and interview formats without over-rehearsal

• Targeted support for writing, reasoning, and interviews

Why a Specialist Emanuel Tutor Matters

For a school like Emanuel, generic 11+ preparation isn’t enough. Preparation needs to reflect Emanuel’s balance of academic rigour and personal engagement.

A specialist Emanuel tutor will stretch Maths reasoning while securing fundamentals, develop controlled, fluent English, build confidence for interviews and group tasks, and benchmark realistically against a strong cohort.

The result is a calm, confident Emanuel-ready performance when it matters most.

With the right tutor, your child will:

• Strengthen Maths and English fundamentals while developing advanced reasoning

• Write and speak with clarity, confidence, and maturity

• Approach interviews and group tasks with calm assurance

• Receive guidance tailored to their personality, strengths, and learning style

If you’d like tailored advice on your child’s readiness for the Emanuel 11+, we’re always happy to talk.