🎯 What Is a Grammar School?
A grammar school is a state-funded secondary school that selects its students based on their academic ability. Admission is determined by a student's performance in a specific entrance test, known as the 11+ exam, which is traditionally taken at age 11.
The name has historical roots, originating from medieval schools that focused on teaching Latin grammar. Today, while the curriculum is broad, the principle of academic selection remains their defining feature.
📝 The Selection Process: The 11+ Exam
Admission to a grammar school is almost exclusively through the 11+ exam, which students take in their final year of primary school (Year 6, at age 10–11). This exam is designed to identify children with a high academic aptitude.
English
Assessing comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation skills essential for academic success.
Mathematics
Covering primary curriculum topics with focus on problem-solving and mathematical reasoning.
Verbal Reasoning
Testing logic and problem-solving abilities using words, language, and textual analysis.
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Problem-solving with shapes, patterns, diagrams, and spatial awareness challenges.
Competition is fierce - only students who achieve a high score in the 11+ exam are offered a place. This makes thorough preparation essential for any child hoping to attend.
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🏆 Key Characteristics of Grammar Schools
Strong Academic Focus
Rigorous curriculum geared towards high achievement and academic excellence
High Performance
Consistently top rankings in GCSE and A-Level league tables nationwide
University Pathway
Direct route to Russell Group universities, Oxford & Cambridge
State-Funded
Free to attend but highly competitive admission process
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