Year 6 Pupils Secure Outstanding Senior School Offers
Devonshire House is proud to announce exceptional early results for its Year 6 pupils, with a significant number of offers from top independent senior schools in London.
These results highlight the strength of the school’s 11+ preparation, reinforcing our position among the top prep schools in North London for senior school placements.
While final destinations will be confirmed in the coming weeks, the current outcomes already demonstrate outstanding success:
- Merchant Taylors’ School – 13 offers (+11 compared to last year)
- University College School (UCS) – 10 offers (+6)
- South Hampstead High School – 8 offers (+7)
- Mill Hill School – 10 offers (+10)
- Francis Holland School, Regent’s Park – 16 offers (+15)
- 108 scholarships awarded
With additional pupils currently on waiting lists and results from St Paul’s School still to come, these figures are expected to rise further.
A Strong Track Record in Senior School Placements
This success is driven by a tailored approach to 11+ exam preparation, combining:
- Rigorous academic preparation
- Individualised guidance for 11+ entry
- Ongoing assessment and parent communication
- Specialist support for scholarship applications
For more information on past results, you can view our 3-year trend graph on our website.
A Balanced Approach to 11+ Preparation
The school places equal importance on academic excellence and pupil wellbeing.
Our philosophy ensures that children are supported throughout the Year 7admissions process, without unnecessary pressure, recognising that senior school entry is just one stage in a longer educational journey. Having built connections with many senior schools in North London, Devonshire House families benefit from access to a wide range of leading independent schools. Our 11+ preparation gradually takes shape into children’s school life from Year 5,however, subtle learning techinques and guidance are put in place earlier, in a natural way.
August 2026