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Fettes Pre-Prep to welcome 5-year-olds from August 2025


Fettes Pre-Prep Pupils

Fettes main entry points from 2025 by age group are:

  • 5-11

  • 11+

  • 13+

  • 14+

  • 16+


Entry to Fettes Prep begins at Year 3/P3 (the M Form), but starting in September 2025, the school will also accept pupils from the compulsory schooling age of 5+.


Children can join Fettes Prep at various stages, and those aged 7 and older are typically required to complete a CAT4 assessment. Additionally, prospective Prep School pupils will meet with the Headmaster, Charlie Minogue, for an interview, and boarders will also meet with the respective Houseparent.


For families interested in entry for September 2025, assessments can be conducted upon receipt of the application or during the annual assessment day on Saturday, January 18, 2025.


How to Register

When you are ready to apply for a place at Fettes for your child/children, the next step is to complete their Registration Form. Early registration is recommended where possible.

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