Millfield is an academically selective school. Selection is based upon academic merit, which is assessed through entry tests, interview and by references from the candidate's current school. Our selection process is designed to identify students who are able to benefit from a well-rounded and balanced education and make a positive contribution towards the life of the school. Millfield is one of the largest co-educational boarding and day schools in the UK with 1280 students and 970 full boarders. However, our class sizes are small, with an average of just 11 students.

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Visit us at the Independent Schools Show Autumn Fair in November

Meet Millfield staff and find out more about Millfield life at the ISS Autumn Fair on Saturday 14 November 2026 at RHS Lindley Hall. Book your place here.

13+ Entry

Our largest intake for students is at 13+ into Year 9 when we welcome 200 new children to the school. There are also spaces for about 40 students per year to join our Year 10.

Our Year 9 programme, 'Nine at Millfield', has been specifically designed to meet the academic and developmental needs of 13-14 year olds, to ensure they make the successful transition from a prep or junior school to the next stage of their schooling at Millfield.

14+ Entry

A small number of students, both boys and girls, join us at the start of Year 10. 

16+ Entry

At Lower Sixth level we admit around 150 new students each year. We have a very wide range of academic subjects available for study at Sixth Form, with small class sizes and expert careers and higher education advice.

11@Millfield

11@Millfield is designed for international and UK students aged 15 to 16 who wish to study a one-year preparation for A levels course. It is suitable for ambitious students who wish to engage with a broad academic programme that will prepare them for Sixth Form and beyond. Find out more here.