Admissions

Enrolling at Earlscliffe

Entry requirements for a supportive and academically ambitious learning environment.

Places are limited at Earlscliffe, so we advise students to apply as early as possible, and no later than April in the year of proposed entry.

Entry process

Our admissions process is designed to be clear and straightforward. Applicants are asked to:

Submit school reports from the previous two years (in English)
Complete our online application form
Pay the registration fee
Demonstrate the required English level:
- IELTS 4.5 (or equivalent) for a one-year GCSE
- IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent) for A-level and Year 13 programmes
Attend an interview, either in person or online
Complete the relevant academic assessment tests under exam conditions.

Academic scholarships

There are a limited number of academic scholarships available at Earlscliffe, and our Admissions team is always happy to chat to students and families about the requirements.

Meet the Admissions Team

Julie Fish

Founder | Director of Admissions & Marketing

Julie co-founded Earlscliffe in 2012 and is our Director of Admissions & Marketing. Previously, Julie was Director of Sussex Summer Schools, which has run international Easter and summer programmes in Sussex and Kent since 2001. Before entering the education sector,...

Andrew Wood

Head of Student Recruitment

Andrew has been working in education for over twenty five years. Originally starting his career in the UK, he later took positions in South America and the United States. His career experience in education has included roles such as Head...

Jan O’Donnell

Admissions Officer

Jan brings over 25 years of business experience, primarily in operations and event management, to the admissions team. She has more recently worked in education, tutoring and supporting students across a range of subjects and year groups. After completing her...

Clem Newsome

Marketing Officer

Clem holds a BSc in Marketing from Lancaster University and spent over a decade at Saga Holidays in product, commercial and quality roles, before moving into education, working across administration and careers advice at Turner Schools. Clem joined Earlscliffe in...