About the school
The Purcell School is a specialist music school in Bushey for young musicians aged 11–18. Entry is by audition and the school says students follow a fully rounded curriculum alongside their musical studies.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Age range | 11-18 |
| Sixth form | Yes |
| Fees | School fees from September 2026: Boarding £54,262 annual / £18,087 termly; Day £42,498 annual / £14,166 termly. |
📅 Open days: Open Morning Sunday 4 October 2026, 10.00am to 1.00pm. Advance booking is essential.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Format to confirm |
|---|---|
| Delivery | To be confirmed |
📄 Free The Purcell School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Detail | The school seeks applications from talented young musicians from all backgrounds, aged 11–18. |
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
Applications open in September, one academic year before entry. The school states there is no formal deadline but recommends applying as early as possible because places are limited. Auditions take place during term time from the autumn term onwards and continue until the school has reached full capacity. Applicants are normally informed of the audition outcome within three weeks. Open Morning: 2026-10-04.
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