FAQs

Wetherby Pembridge is an independent co-educational school in Olympia, London, which opened in September 2025 and is for students aged 11 to 18.

The main entry points are 11+ (Year 7) and 13+ (Year 9).

Occasional places for Year 8 and Year 10 may become available. Parents should contact the Head of Admissions for more information. Places are subject to availability, the academic potential of the candidates and their references and performance at interview.

Wetherby Pembridge is based in Olympia, Kensington. Following its current redevelopment, Olympia will host a range of exciting events and place learners within easy reach of London’s top developments in art, music, food, education and entertainment. The nearby Kensington (Olympia) station allows students to travel to and from Wetherby Pembridge via Underground, Overground and National Rail services, and there are also several bus stops in the area.

Entry to Wetherby Pembridge is by competitive examination. There are two rounds of assessments. The first round involves an online assessment in Maths, English, creative comprehension, problem solving, and verbal and non-verbal reasoning. Successful candidates from the first round will progress to the second round, which includes an interview and a written English and Maths exam.

We host Open Day events in the Summer Term and the Autumn Term. Please check for dates via this link: Open Day | Wetherby Pembridge.

Wetherby Pembridge embodies the commitment of Inspired Education to an exceptional holistic education by promoting excellence in Sports, and the Performing and Creative Arts. To reflect this commitment, we have a generous co-curricular programme that is designed to challenge and stimulate learners, ensuring they reach their full potential.

Our budding athletes choose from a broad sports offering, including football, rugby, netball, swimming, rowing and martial arts, among other sports, and hone their abilities at the Wetherby Pembridge Sports Grounds. Students with a performing arts flair enjoy many exciting opportunities to elevate their craft through extensive music, drama and dance individual and group enrichment.

Inspired’s themed global camps and exchanges provide students with the chance to develop their unique skills at an international level, gaining valuable experience as they explore and build connections in other countries.

To register your interest in the upcoming career opportunities at Wetherby Pembridge, please visit the Inspired Career portal via the button below.