International Applicants
Sherborne Girls is proud to welcome families from across the globe.
As a full-boarding school — where 90% of our girls board and enjoy a vibrant, seven-day-a-week school life — we offer a rich, inclusive experience for pupils from a wide variety of international backgrounds.
We currently welcome around 10% British expatriates and 15% foreign nationals, creating a warm, multicultural community where every girl feels known and supported. A dedicated member of staff oversees the pastoral care of our international pupils, ensuring a smooth and happy transition into school — and the start of a truly transformative experience.
Joining Sherborne Girls from Overseas
We welcome applications directly from parents or through trusted education agents.
Registration
International parents must complete the registration form, pay a non-returnable fee of £300 to secure a place for their daughter to enter the admissions and assessment process.
Parents are very welcome to visit the School before registration.
Entry Process
- First-language English speakers follow the standard entrance assessment process.
- Non-native English speakers will have their language skills assessed during the admissions process.
If we feel additional information is needed to assess a candidate’s proficiency in English we may request a UKiset test. If your daughter has already completed this assessment, please send her results to the Admissions Team upon registration.
If needed, girls can access individual English support lessons to strengthen language skills.
Offers & Acceptance
Places are offered throughout the year, depending on availability and the strength of the application.
To accept an offer, international applicants are asked to:
- Pay a deposit equal to one term’s boarding fee
- Complete and return the Acceptance Form
Once received, your daughter’s place is guaranteed.
Opportunities To Meet With Us Overseas
If you’d like more information about any of our upcoming overseas visits, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
We would be delighted to meet with families and education agents during our trips — and look forward to meeting you.
Please contact the Admissions team if you would like any further information.
Bermuda
Sherborne Schools Group will be attending the Bermuda Education Fair on Saturday 27 and Sunday 28 September at BUEI, from 3.00-6.00pm (both days).
We would be delighted to see you there. If you would like further information, please contact Joanna Jackson, International Registrar or visit Bermuda -27 & 28 September 2025 — Beach Education.
Bangkok
Sherborne Schools Group will be attending the BESSA Fair in Thailand on Sunday 2 November, from 10am – 3pm, at JW Marriott Hotel, 4 Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110.
We would be delighted to see you there. If you would like further information, please contact Joanna Jackson, International Registrar. To book tickets for the event, please visit BESSA Thailand | BESSA.
Cayman and Bahamas
Sherborne Schools Group is delighted to be attending the Beach Fairs in Grand Cayman and Bahamas in November.
Kate Scorer, Assistant Head (Academic Enrichment and Aspiration) will be representing Sherborne Girls and Sherborne Boys at the Fairs which take place at the Grand Marriott, Cayman on Friday 14 November, 5.30-8.30pm and Saturday 15 November, 9am -12 Noon, and Island House in Nassau on Sunday 16 November 3.00-6.00pm. Kate will also be available on the afternoon of Thursday 13 November (Cayman) and the morning of Sunday 16 November (Bahamas) for individual appointments. Please contact admissions@sherborne.org to arrange a meeting or visit Beach Education for more information about the Fairs.
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