Branksome Hall
Home › Admissions › How to Apply ›
HOW to Apply: Middle School
Important dates
Middle School Open House
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Virtual Conversation Corner - Financial Supports
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Virtual Conversation Corner - Middle School
Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Application Deadline
Monday, December 1, 2025
Financial Assistance Application Deadline
Monday, January 5, 2026 - Deadline to submit Financial Assistance application to Apple Financial
Entrance Scholarship Application Deadline
Monday, January 26, 2026
Admissions Decision Day
Friday, February 20, 2026
Offer Return Day
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
STEPS to Follow
-
Step 1: Create Your Account and Submit Your Application
Create an account on the Portal to allow you to complete and submit your application, including payment of the application fee.
-
Step 2: Application Checklist
The application will be processed within two business days. Once processed, a checklist will be assigned to your account, where you will then have the ability to upload required documents including:
- Birth certificate and/or passport
- Relevant report cards
- Book an interview*
*For applications to non-entry grades, it may be several months before we know if we can move forward. Please be patient and we will contact you to set up your interview as space becomes available
-
Step 3: Assessment and Interview
An interview and assessment is mandatory for all applicants to Grades 7 and 8. Details and expectations can be found in the section below.
No preparation is required for the interview, as this is an opportunity for us to connect and get to know prospective students and their families.
-
Step 4: Admissions Decision
All applicants will receive a decision on their application on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Step 1: Create Your Account and Submit Your Application
Create an account on the Portal to allow you to complete and submit your application, including payment of the application fee.
Step 2: Application Checklist
The application will be processed within two business days. Once processed, a checklist will be assigned to your account, where you will then have the ability to upload required documents including:
- Birth certificate and/or passport
- Relevant report cards
- Book an interview*
*For applications to non-entry grades, it may be several months before we know if we can move forward. Please be patient and we will contact you to set up your interview as space becomes available
Step 3: Assessment and Interview
An interview and assessment is mandatory for all applicants to Grades 7 and 8. Details and expectations can be found in the section below.
No preparation is required for the interview, as this is an opportunity for us to connect and get to know prospective students and their families.
Step 4: Admissions Decision
All applicants will receive a decision on their application on Friday, February 20, 2026.
Assessment and Interview Requirements
Available Spaces
Up to 44 openings.
Assessment and Interview Details
Interviews can be scheduled directly by parents/guardians through the Portal once the application checklist is assigned.
Students applying for Grade 7 are asked to prepare a portfolio to present during the interview. This portfolio can be created using any medium that best represents the student and allows the interviewer to learn more about them.
During the interview, students will first present their portfolio (approximately 10 minutes) and answer questions, followed by a discussion with the parents/guardians.
The Grade 7 "All About Me" Portfolio
Components include:
- A teacher-marked writing sample from Grade 6 – copy to be kept on file.
- A teacher-marked Mathematics test from Grade 6 – copy to be kept on file.
- A discussion of a school project from the current or past school year - sample optional, no copy required.
- A few samples, photos or awards that demonstrate the applicant’s interests and recent accomplishments.
To help the applicant prepare, please refer to the Success Criteria.
As Grade 8 is not an entry year, we do not conduct a full Admissions process until we have confirmed openings. Applications are encouraged should spaces become available. If we move forward with the application, an Admissions member will be in contact to schedule your interview.
Typical Class Size
| Grades | Openings for New Students | Number of Students | Number of Classes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 40–44 | 88–92 | 4 |
| Grade 8 | *attrition dependent | 92–96 | 4 |
Development of the whole girl
Branksome's Middle Years Programme builds skills, confidence and global perspectives for success.
Apply Now
