Notting Hill & Ealing High School (NHEHS) is a popular independent girls’ day school in West London, known for its warm pastoral culture, strong academic foundations and creative, forward-thinking ethos. 11+ is the main point of entry, and competition for Year 7 places is consistently high.
At Clarendon Tutors, we regularly support families applying to NHEHS at 11+, helping pupils prepare confidently for the London 11+ Consortium entrance test and interview process.
11+ Entry to NHEHS: An Overview
NHEHS is part of the London 11+ Consortium, meaning applicants sit a shared, bespoke online entrance assessment, with each school then making its own decisions based on test performance and interview.
The process is designed to identify potential, curiosity and confidence, rather than simply learned knowledge, ensuring girls are well suited to the school’s supportive but ambitious environment.
The NHEHS 11+ Admissions Process
London 11+ Consortium Entrance Test
For 11+ entry, NHEHS uses the London 11+ Consortium online entrance test, which focuses on:
- creative and critical thinking
- analysis and synthesis
- problem-solving
The test lasts 100 minutes, with a break part-way through, and can be taken either at a pupil’s current school or at one of the consortium schools applied to.
For applicants sitting the test at NHEHS, this typically takes place in early December.
Rather than testing rote knowledge, the assessment is designed to uncover how pupils think, adapt and respond to unfamiliar challenges.
Interview
All applicants are invited to interview, usually in January. These are friendly and designed to help girls feel at ease while exploring:
- communication and reasoning skills
- curiosity and enthusiasm for learning
- confidence and maturity
Interviewers look for thoughtful, authentic responses rather than rehearsed answers.
What NHEHS Looks For at 11+
Across the consortium test and interview, Notting Hill & Ealing High School seeks girls who demonstrate:
- good academic potential
- clear written and verbal communication
- curiosity and creativity
- confidence with challenge
- a positive attitude to learning
Success depends on a balanced performance, not exam results alone.
Preparing for NHEHS at 11+
Effective preparation for 11+ entry to Notting Hill & Ealing High School focuses on:
- familiarity with online, thinking-skills assessments
- strong foundations in English and maths
- reasoning and problem-solving development
- interview confidence and clear self-expression
At Clarendon Tutors, we create bespoke NHEHS 11+ preparation programmes, tailored to each pupil’s strengths and development areas.
How Clarendon Tutors Can Help
We support NHEHS applicants with:
- preparation for the London 11+ Consortium test
- specialist 11+ English and maths tutoring
- reasoning and exam-technique development
- mock interviews and confidence coaching
- clear guidance for parents throughout the process
Our approach is calm, structured and highly personalised.
Final Thoughts
Securing a place at Notting Hill & Ealing High School through the 11+ Consortium is a significant achievement. With thoughtful preparation and the right support, pupils can approach both the online assessment and interview with confidence and clarity.
At Clarendon Tutors, we guide families through every stage of the NHEHS 11+ admissions journey, helping pupils present their abilities authentically and effectively.
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