About the school
Talbot Heath is an independent school for girls in Bournemouth for ages 2-18. The admissions page says external candidates for Senior School sit an entrance exam and that the school also offers sixth form and boarding.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Girls |
|---|---|
| Age range | 2-18 |
| Founded | 1886 |
| Headteacher | Ross Cameron |
| Sixth form | Yes |
📅 Open days: Senior School (age 11-16) working open mornings: 16 September and 30 September, 9.30am-11.30am. Private tours are also available.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Bespoke test |
|---|---|
| Delivery | To be confirmed |
📄 Free Talbot Heath School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
Senior School applicants are encouraged to attend at least one taster day before joining. The open days page lists Senior School working open mornings on 2026-09-16 and 2026-09-30, but no 11+ entrance-test dates or registration window for 2028 entry are stated.
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