To ensure a balanced intake of students across all ability levels, all applicants to an XP secondary school must sit a Fair Banding Assessment.
This multiple-choice test focuses on non-verbal reasoning and helps us place students into one of five ability bands. There is no pass or fail, and results are used solely to support a broad and representative admissions process.
Completing the assessment is a key part of the application and must be done to be considered for a place.
Please ensure your child is registered by 31st October 2025 and prepared to attend the assessment on 22nd November 2025.
Find out more here – https://xptrust.info/XPTFBA
If your child has an aptitude in music, find out how to apply for a musical aptitude place at XP Gateshead here – https://xpgateshead.org/unlock-your-childs-musical-potential-at-xp-gateshead/