Admissions Enquiries: 020 8832 7542

Admissions Process

Joining us is straightforward

Apply for a place at our exceptional school and put your child on the path to a fantastic educational experience. We have designed our admissions process to be as easy as possible and we will happily guide you every step of the way.

Easy 6 step process
1
Get in touch

Give our Admissions Registrar, Emilda Lanfranchi a call on 020 8832 7542 to discuss your child's needs, check availability and find out more about Clifton Lodge.

2
Visit us

Experience the welcoming atmosphere of Clifton Lodge first-hand by coming along to one of our Open Days or book a private tour. Our Head, Michael Belsito, staff and pupils look forward to meeting you to show you around and give you an insight into school life. If you are unable to visit in person, please request a Zoom call with our Head.

3
Register

When you're ready to take the next step, simply complete the registration form and pay a fee of £100 (non-refundable), International Registration Fee is £150 (non-refundable). This will enable us to start our admissions process to ensure that we can meet your child's needs.

4
Book a taster day

This is a great way for your child to meet their class and teachers whilst becoming familiar with the school. Early Years children are invited for a short taster session (with or without parents). Children in Pre-Prep (Years 1 & 2) are offered a taster day where they are paired with a buddy to support them and soothe any nerves. In Prep (Years 3-6), children attend a taster day with an assigned buddy who will guide them during the day. After a morning and lunch with their class they will sit assessment tests. The taster days enable the child to make some friends before they join the school.

5
Receive an offer

Once we have received a satisfactory school reference and gathered feedback from staff on the outcome of the taster day, you will receive a time-limited offer by post and/or email. Your child’s educational journey is about to begin.

6
Complete admission

Simply complete and return the acceptance documentation with a deposit to secure your child’s place. *This deposit is held on your account and will not be deducted from the first term’s fees.

*If a full term’s written notice has not been given before the 1st day of term, a full term’s fees in lieu will be charged.

For Nursery admission: The deposit is refundable once the pupil leaves the school unless the pupil is withdrawn at any time after entry and before the first day of the Reception Year, in which case the School will retain the Acceptance Deposit. After the child progresses into Reception, a full term's notice is required as per the standard terms and conditions.

``I just really need to say thank you to you and the whole team for your kindness. You have gone above and beyond to make my children welcome and part of the school community. From meeting us in half term with uniform to lovely e-mails from the teachers, it has all been simply wonderful. My children are so happy and literally can't wait to get to school every morning. It is a pleasure for me to see this.``

– Parent, Clifton Lodge 2023

Clifton Lodge School