Age Cut-Off Dates

Academic Year 2025/26

At Sherborne School Jeddah, we follow age cut-off dates to ensure pupils are placed in the appropriate year group for their stage of development and learning.

To be eligible for enrolment in the academic year starting September 2025, children must meet the following age requirements based on their date of birth:

Age

Date of Birth (On or Before)

Year Group

3

31st August 2022

Pre-School (FS1)

4

31st August 2021

Reception (FS2)

5

31st August 2020

Year 1

6

31st August 2019

Year 2

7

31st August 2018

Year 3

8

31st August 2017

Year 4

9

31st August 2016

Year 5

10

31st August 2015

Year 6

11

31st August 2014

Year 7

12

31st August 2013

Year 8

This guide is designed to help parents determine the correct year group based on their child’s age. If you have any questions or need further assistance with your child’s placement, please don’t hesitate to contact our Admissions Team.

Who can I contact for more information?

Our Head of Admissions is here to assist you at every stage.
Email: admissions@sherbornejeddah.sa or call +966 5029 66210
Or complete the Enquiry Form