Kimichi School 11+ Exam Guide

Birmingham · West Midlands

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Information last verified 24 Sep 2026.

About the school

Kimichi School says it is not ability based and expects pupils either to play an instrument already or to take one up upon admission. The Birmingham page lists provision for Years 5-11 and a sixth form up to age 18.

School typeIndependent (fee-paying) · Co-educational
Age range5-18
Founded2014
HeadteacherSally Alexander MBE
Sixth formYes
FeesYears 5-11 Full time £3150 + VAT per term; Sixth Form Full time - up to 18 years £3675 + VAT per term; Boarding Full time £9334 + VAT per term.

📅 Open days: The school invites families to come and visit and meet staff and pupils, but no specific open day dates are stated.

Entrance exam

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Admissions & catchment

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DetailThe school says it is not ability based, expects pupils either to play an instrument already or to take one up upon admission, and says it will offer a place to any child who will benefit best from the type of education Kimichi has to offer. One page adds that where this is not possible, the school will look at who will best benefit from the school's educational and musical ethos.

Key dates

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The pages say parents or guardians complete and send in an application form with their child’s school report and any other relevant information; no 11+ test dates or registration dates are stated. One admissions page states there is no admission test for school, but prospective students are asked to demonstrate their musical ability and may be invited for an interview.

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