Download the prospectus and admissions criteria for each entry year.
Prospectus & admissions criteria
Please find below our Prospectus, Admissions Criteria and Priority Admissions Area Map.
Prospectus
An overview of life at SHSB, our curriculum, ethos and community.
Download PDF →The latest headline exam results, presented as part of the school prospectus.
Download PDF →A dedicated prospectus for prospective Year 12 students.
Download PDF →Admissions criteria & area map
The full admissions criteria for each academic year, plus the Priority Admissions Area Map showing the geographic area used to prioritise places.
Applies to pupils entering Year 7 in September 2027.
Download PDF →Applies to pupils entering Year 7 in September 2026.
Download PDF →Applies to pupils entering Year 7 in September 2025.
Download PDF →Map showing the geographic priority admissions area used in the criteria.
Download PDF →Also useful
You can find our latest external exam results in full on the Exam Results page.
Contact the school office if anything in the prospectus needs clarifying.
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Discover what makes SHSB a truly special place to learn and grow.
Begin your journey at Southend High School for Boys.
Every student is known, valued and supported.
A world-class, ambitious curriculum that inspires a love of learning.
Explore, discover, and embrace new experiences.
A stepping stone to the brightest futures.
Everything you need to support your child’s journey.
Part of something bigger, our wider school family.
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The best way to experience Southend High School for Boys is in person. Join us at an Open Event or arrange a tour with our admissions team.
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