International Applicants
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Cameron Vale School has always welcomed international pupils* into the school community. International families choose Cameron Vale because of our commitment to traditional academic excellence in the heart of Chelsea. We provide a nurturing school community for pupils and parents new to the UK.
*International pupils are those with nationalities other than UK or Irish who are subject to immigration control.
Application process
Pupils and their parents who are non-native English speakers will be asked to meet online with members of the school staff, who will informally assess each pupil’s English language level. The school will then advise the family whether the pupil would benefit from additional support with their English prior to enrolment and/or during the first year of their studies.
The school’s Admissions team will arrange for international applicants to sit entrance assessments wherever they are in the world. Ideally, these will be conducted at the pupil’s current school under exam conditions, with a teacher invigilating. We understand that it is not always possible to put such arrangements in place and are happy to work with families to agree appropriate alternatives, e.g., at a student recruitment agent or local British Council office.
When families are ready to register with the school, the following documents should also be submitted in support of the application:
- A recent report from the current school
- A copy of an in-date passport
- Proof of the pupil’s immigration status, e.g., copy of a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) or a share code. If the pupil is dependent on their parent’s visa, the parent’s passport and proof of immigration status should also be submitted.
- Cameron Vale holds a licence to sponsor international pupils on the Child Student and Student immigration routes. Families and their representatives should highlight that they wish to be considered for visa sponsorship at the point of registration.
Pupils who receive offers will be asked to accept their place by completing and returning the acceptance form and paying the deposit (£3,000). The deposit will be returned at the end of the pupil’s studies, providing appropriate notice has been given, and all fees have been settled. The deposit must have been settled before Cameron Vale can begin work to prepare pupils for successful visa applications.
Cameron Vale is able to support the application of international students who want to join our school and require a visa.
Please contact our school office for more information and support:
020 7352 4040