John Curtis, the registrar of Westminster, explained, We have 95 places for non-Westminster Under School boys; 500 register for the process. We've just done Eton house interviews via zoom. But sometimes we have to say no. So, the only advice I'd give your DS is not to be "too cool for school" in interview. Smile in a natural way and try to sound as natural as possible. All the competitive boys schools we have applied to have brilliant provision of those pursuits (DT, engineering, carpentry, architecture). Write down answers and tweak them where necessary. Mumsnet carries some affiliate marketing links, so if you buy something through our posts, we may get a small share of the sale (more details here). Someone I know was in this situation in the spring. Maybe make sure he has something to say about climate change, as that's a worldwide issue, and he may be able to tell his interviewers about effects and perceptions in your part of the world. Youll also receive email updates from us once a month. He Got In to Eton. She Got In to Latymer. Or (whispered only to ones most trusted friends), He didnt Get In to St Pauls.. Eton Common Entrance prep | Mumsnet 07/06/2021 15:21. Your child should look comfortable so theres no need to put them in a poofy dress or stiff suit. What type of QUESTIONS should a 10 year old expect at ETON? To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account. It seems to merit capitals, so much has it become the defining verb of ones childs success and therefore future happiness, as perceived by the desperate parent. When a student avoids explaining why they like something or doesnt bother providing explanations for their answers, it comes across as if theyre lazy and unbothered. Some good practice might be doing puzzle books, NVR, and online brain training games. 25/08/2022 14:34. Some interviewers will lure children into a false sense of comfort which results in the child thinking that they no longer need to be smart, presentable and proper. We look forward to supporting your child. My son wore uniform but other boys there were in normal clothes. Can you help me? How important is the 13+ interview Vs other factors? That has grown from 650 candidates in 2007. Latymer has given up setting verbal and non-verbal reasoning tests because children were being overtutored for these. Eton interview advice please | Mumsnet The world order is changing in his favour, Theresa May is the true villain in this latest Tory Brexit war, The sinister rise of drag shows for children. Eton and Westminster are very, very different in terms of the social scene, atmosphere, interpersonal dynamics, etc . Great to hear from a parent and thanks for your balanced feedback. You can just blame the absurd mismatch of demand and supply. Is This supposed to Be Considered "Cheating"? Many thanks for your help in advance. Eton Test - advice, please? | Mumsnet Some good practice might be doing puzzle books, NVR, and online brain training games. 24/01/2020 10:26. comment. These are just some of the things that admissions tutors and interviewers will be considering when speaking with your child so its worth thinking about them in advance. New Eton head to put emphasis on pupils' emotional intelligence I put it to Andy Mayfield that this system gives no chance to lifes late developers. All the schools we have applied to have good SEN, one or two better than others but again that's just an outside view based on zero data.