Joining Lancing

The different points of entry

Every year Lancing welcomes over 170 new pupils to the College. Our Admissions Team is very aware that choosing a school is one of the most important decisions a parent will make, and that the process is different for every family, because every child is different.

Our website will give you some real insights into Lancing. However, we feel that nothing can replace a personal visit. It is an opportunity to get under the skin of Lancing and to hear and see for yourself how we would bring out the best in your child and enable them to thrive and to move into their future with confidence.

Every personal visit includes a meeting with the Head Master, the Director of Admissions, a Housemaster/Housemistress, and some of our amazing pupils, to help you experience the magic of Lancing.

For entry into Years 10–12 and for international applications (non-UK based pupils), please start the enquiry process by contacting the relevant Admissions Manager according to year group, with a copy of the pupil's two most recent school reports.
 

Find out more about Third Form entry routes

Find out more about Sixth Form entry routes


Key Dates on Third Form/Year 9 Entry
(13 years)

2025

Places for 2025 are very limited. Please contact us to enquire about availability.


2026

Places for 2026 are limited. Please contact us to enquire about availability.


2027

Our Year 7 Route assessments will take place in the Advent Term 2025.
The deadline for registration for the Year 7 Route is 17 October 2025.

2028

The Advance Pre-Test Programme Assessment and Familiarisation Day will take place on Tuesday 13 January 2026.
The deadline for registration for the Advance Pre-Test Programme is 28 October 2025.
 

Key Dates on Sixth Form (A Level) Entry
(16 years)

2025

Places for Sixth Form are currently available but very limited. If you would like to apply for a place then please contact Mrs Sabina Pinto in the Admissions office on 01273 465 807 or admissions@lancing.org.uk

2026

Assessments for Sixth Form entry in 2026 will take place on Friday 7 November 2025 (International students – remotely) and on Saturday 8 November 2025 (UK students).
The deadline for registration for Sixth Form entry in 2025 is 17 October 2025.
 

Find out when you can register your child.
Which form will your child be joining?

What is your child's date of birth?