Langley Grammar School | Eleven Plus (11 Plus) Exam

Contents:

Langley Grammar School – 11 Plus Entrance Exam Information

• 11 Plus Exam Dates

• 11 Plus Exam Format

• 11 Plus Exam Board

• 11 Plus Exam Pass Mark and Target Score

Langley Grammar School – 11 Plus Admissions Process

• How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Langley Grammar School?

• Is Langley Grammar School Part of a Consortium?

• Does Langley Grammar School Have a Catchment Area?

• How Does Place Allocation Work?

• Admissions Policy Information

Langley Grammar School – How to Prepare for the 11 Plus Exams?

• Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

• 11 Plus Courses and Classes

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Langley Grammar School – 11 Plus Exam Information

11 Plus Exam Dates

• September of Year 6

11 Plus Exam Format

• English 📝  

• Mathematics ➗

• Verbal Reasoning 🧠

• Non-Verbal Reasoning 🎲

11 Plus Exam Board

• GL Assessment

11 Plus Exam Pass Mark and Target Score

• The pass mark for each year is decided after the tests have been marked.

• The eligibility score will is set at 111 on a standardised scale. Pupils who score 111 or above will be in the top 35% of the cohort sitting the examination and will be considered eligible for consideration for a grammar school place in Slough.

Other Exam information

• All questions are multiple choice.

Langley Grammar School – 11 Plus Admissions

How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Langley Grammar School?

Applications to sit the entrance exam must be made on the school website over the summer before your child begins Year 6. You can register here.

You must also formally apply for a place at the school before midnight on the 31st of October (when your child is in Year 6) to be considered. You can find out more about applying for secondary schools in your local area here.

Is Langley Grammar School part of a Consortium?

Langley Grammar School is part of the Slough Consortium, which consists of Herschel Grammar School, Langley Grammar School, St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School and Upton Court Grammar School.

Does Langley Grammar School have a catchment area?

Langley Grammar School does have a catchment area, which is split into three sections. However, entry to the school is based firstly on the scores achieved in the 11+ tests.

Priority Area 1 (Inner): SL3 7, SL3 8, SL3 9, SL3 0

Priority Area 2 (Outer): SL0, SL1, SL2, SL3 (outside Area 1), SL4 TW18, TW19, TW20 UB3, UB4, UB7, UB8, UB10

Priority Area 3 (General): SL5, SL6, SL7, SL8, SL9 TW3, TW4, TW5, TW7, TW13, TW14, TW15 UB1, UB2, UB5, UB6, UB9 HA1, HA2, HA3, HA4, HA5, HA6 W5, W7, W13 RG12, RG42

How Does Place Allocation Work?

Where qualifying applications exceed the number of places available, places will be allocated in the following order of priority:

1. Eligible applicants with a permanent home address within the school’s Priority Area 1 and are eligible for Pupil Premium.

2. Eligible applicants with a permanent home address within the school’s Priority Area 1, in rank order of performance in the admission examination, up to a maximum of 100 places.

3. Eligible applicants with a permanent home address within the school’s Priority Area 2 and are eligible for Pupil Premium.

4. Eligible applicants who are children of permanent members of the staff.

5. Eligible applicants with a permanent home address within the school’s Priority Area 2, in rank order of performance in the admission examination.

6. Eligible applicants who live within the school’s Priority Area 3, in rank order of performance in the admission examination.

Admissions Policy Information

Herschel Grammar School – How to Prepare for the 11 Plus Exams?

Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

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11 Plus Courses and Classes

The Exam Coach delivers the best online tuition for children studying to sit the 11 Plus exams for grammar or independent school entry in the UK. If you have a child about to take the 11 Plus, please consider joining us for our weekly workshops or intensive courses.

Why Choose Our Courses?

• 🎯 Targeted Skill Development: 5 sessions (90 minutes each) focused on essential exam techniques and strategies.

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St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School | Eleven Plus (11 Plus) Exam

Contents:

St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School – 11 Plus Entrance Exam Information

• 11 Plus Exam Dates

• 11 Plus Exam Format

• 11 Plus Exam Board

• 11 Plus Exam Pass Mark and Target Score

St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School – 11 Plus Admissions Process

• How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School?

• Is St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School Part of a Consortium?

• Does St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School Have a Catchment Area?

• How Does Place Allocation Work?

• Admissions Policy Information

St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School – How to Prepare for the 11 Plus Exams?

• Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

• 11 Plus Courses and Classes

Find Other Grammar Schools Near Me

St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School – 11 Plus Exam Information

11 Plus Exam Dates

• September of Year 6

11 Plus Exam Format

• English 📝  

• Mathematics ➗

• Verbal Reasoning 🧠

• Non-Verbal Reasoning 🎲

11 Plus Exam Board

• GL Assessment

11 Plus Exam Pass Mark and Target Score

• The pass mark for each year is decided after the tests have been marked.

• The eligibility score will is set at 111 on a standardised scale. Pupils who score 111 or above will be in the top 35% of the cohort sitting the examination and will be considered eligible for consideration for a grammar school place in Slough.

Other Exam information

• All questions are multiple choice.

St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School – 11 Plus Admissions

How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School?

Applications to sit the entrance exam must be made on the school website over the summer before your child begins Year 6. You can register here.

You must also formally apply for a place at the school before midnight on the 31st of October (when your child is in Year 6) to be considered. You can find out more about applying for secondary schools in your local area here.

Is St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School part of a Consortium?

Langley Grammar School is part of the Slough Consortium, which consists of Herschel Grammar School, Langley Grammar School, St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School and Upton Court Grammar School.

Does St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School have a catchment area?

St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School does not have a catchment area, however it does give preference to children from several local schools. Entry to the school is based firstly on the scores achieved in the 11+ tests.

How Does Place Allocation Work?

Where qualifying applications exceed the number of places available, places will be allocated in the following order of priority:

1. Children in care or who have been in care.

2. Practising Baptised Catholic children with a Priest’s reference.

3. Other Baptised Catholic children.

4. Baptised or Dedicated Children of other Christian Churches with a religious leader’s reference. 

5. Baptised or Dedicated Children of other Christian Churches.

6. Children from other faiths who attend a Slough Catholic Primary School within St Peter’s Pastoral Area, (Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Our Lady of Peace Catholic Primary School, St Anthony’s Catholic Primary School and St Ethelbert’s Catholic Primary School) and live in Slough with a permanent home address. 

7. Children from other faiths who attend a Slough Primary School within St Peter’s Pastoral Area Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Our Lady of Peace Catholic Primary School, St Anthony’s Catholic Primary School and St Ethelbert’s Catholic Primary School. 

8. Children of other faiths with a religious leader’s reference. 

9. Children of other faiths.

10. Any other children.

Admissions Policy Information

St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School – How to Prepare for the 11 Plus Exams?

Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

New 11+ practice papers are sent out via email every Friday. You can sign up to receive these, every week, using the form above.

11 Plus Courses and Classes

The Exam Coach delivers the best online tuition for children studying to sit the 11 Plus exams for grammar or independent school entry in the UK. If you have a child about to take the 11 Plus, please consider joining us for our weekly workshops or intensive courses.

Why Choose Our Courses?

• 🎯 Targeted Skill Development: 5 sessions (90 minutes each) focused on essential exam techniques and strategies.

• 📝 Comprehensive Support: worksheets, homework, class notes and personalised feedback (via audio message) are provided for each session.

• ✅ Proven Results: our approach has helped countless students succeed in the 11 Plus.

Herschel Grammar School | Eleven Plus (11 Plus) Exam

Contents:

Herschel Grammar School – 11 Plus Entrance Exam Information

• 11 Plus Exam Dates

• 11 Plus Exam Format

• 11 Plus Exam Board

• 11 Plus Exam Pass Mark and Target Score

Herschel Grammar School – 11 Plus Admissions Process

• How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Herschel Grammar School?

• Is Herschel Grammar School Part of a Consortium?

• Does Herschel Grammar School Have a Catchment Area?

• How Does Place Allocation Work?

• Admissions Policy Information

Herschel Grammar School – How to Prepare for the 11 Plus Exams?

• Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

• 11 Plus Courses and Classes

Find Other Grammar Schools Near Me

Herschel Grammar School – 11 Plus Exam Information

11 Plus Exam Dates

• September of Year 6

11 Plus Exam Format

• English 📝  

• Mathematics ➗

• Verbal Reasoning 🧠

• Non-Verbal Reasoning 🎲

11 Plus Exam Board

• GL Assessment

11 Plus Exam Pass Mark and Target Score

• The pass mark for each year is decided after the tests have been marked.

• The eligibility score will is set at 111 on a standardised scale. Pupils who score 111 or above will be in the top 35% of the cohort sitting the examination and will be considered eligible for consideration for a grammar school place in Slough.

Other Exam information

• All questions are multiple choice.

Herschel Grammar School – 11 Plus Admissions

How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Herschel Grammar School?

Applications to sit the entrance exam must be made on the school website over the summer before your child begins Year 6. You can register here.

You must also formally apply for a place at the school before midnight on the 31st of October (when your child is in Year 6) to be considered. You can find out more about applying for secondary schools in your local area here.

Is Herschel Grammar School part of a Consortium?

Herschel Grammar School is part of the Slough Consortium, which consists of Herschel Grammar School, Langley Grammar School, St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School and Upton Court Grammar School.

Does Herschel Grammar School have a catchment area?

Herschel Grammar School does have a catchment area, which gives priority to students living within 4 miles of the school. However, entry to the school is based firstly on the scores achieved in the 11+ tests.

How Does Place Allocation Work?

Where qualifying applications exceed the number of places available, places will be allocated in the following order of priority:

1. Children in care or who have been in care.

2. Children who live within four miles of the school (in a straight line from the front door of your child’s home address (including flats) to the main entrance gate of the school). The closer you live, the higher the priority.

3. Children eligible for Pupil Premium who live within 10 miles of the school.

4. Children of permanent members of the school staff.

5. Remaining children who performed highest in the entrance exams,

Admissions Policy Information

Herschel Grammar School – How to Prepare for the 11 Plus Exams?

Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

New 11+ practice papers are sent out via email every Friday. You can sign up to receive these, every week, using the form above.

11 Plus Courses and Classes

The Exam Coach delivers the best online tuition for children studying to sit the 11 Plus exams for grammar or independent school entry in the UK. If you have a child about to take the 11 Plus, please consider joining us for our weekly workshops or intensive courses.

Why Choose Our Courses?

• 🎯 Targeted Skill Development: 5 sessions (90 minutes each) focused on essential exam techniques and strategies.

• 📝 Comprehensive Support: worksheets, homework, class notes and personalised feedback (via audio message) are provided for each session.

• ✅ Proven Results: our approach has helped countless students succeed in the 11 Plus.

Upton Court Grammar School | Eleven Plus (11 Plus) Exam

Contents:

Upton Court Grammar School – 11 Plus Entrance Exam Information

• 11 Plus Exam Dates

• 11 Plus Exam Format

• 11 Plus Exam Board

• 11 Plus Exam Pass Mark and Target Score

Upton Court Grammar School – 11 Plus Admissions Process

• How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Upton Court Grammar School?

• Is Upton Court Grammar School Part of a Consortium?

• Does Upton Court Grammar School Have a Catchment Area?

• How Does Place Allocation Work?

• Admissions Policy Information

Upton Court Grammar School – How to Prepare for the 11 Plus Exams?

• Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

• 11 Plus Courses and Classes

Find Other Grammar Schools Near Me

Upton Court Grammar School – 11 Plus Exam Information

11 Plus Exam Dates

• September of Year 6

11 Plus Exam Format

• English 📝  

• Mathematics ➗

• Verbal Reasoning 🧠

• Non-Verbal Reasoning 🎲

11 Plus Exam Board

• GL Assessment

11 Plus Exam Pass Mark and Target Score

• The pass mark for each year is decided after the tests have been marked.

• The eligibility score will is set at 111 on a standardised scale. Pupils who score 111 or above will be in the top 35% of the cohort sitting the examination and will be considered eligible for consideration for a grammar school place in Slough.

Other Exam information

• All questions are multiple choice.

Upton Court Grammar School – 11 Plus Admissions

How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Upton Court Grammar School?

Applications to sit the entrance exam must be made on the school website over the summer before your child begins Year 6. You can register here.

You must also formally apply for a place at the school before midnight on the 31st of October (when your child is in Year 6) to be considered. You can find out more about applying for secondary schools in your local area here.

Is Upton Court Grammar School part of a Consortium?

Upton Court Grammar School is part of the Slough Consortium, which consists of Herschel Grammar School, Langley Grammar School, St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School and Upton Court Grammar School.

Does Upton Court Grammar School have a catchment area?

Upton Court Grammar School does not have a set catchment area, but does have two feeder schools: Foxborough Primary School and Trevelyan Middle School. Entry to the school is based firstly on the scores achieved in the 11+ tests.

How Does Place Allocation Work?

Where qualifying applications exceed the number of places available, places will be allocated in the following order of priority:

1. Children in care or who have been in care.

2. Children who are currently eligible, or have been eligible within the past six years, for Free School Meals (Pupil Premium). Up to 20 spaces. 

3. Children of members of staff who have been employed for 2 years or more.

4. Children that are attending, at the time of application, Foxborough Primary School or Trevelyan Middle School, as the designated feeder schools.

5. Highest score in the 11+ test.

6. Proximity to the school.

Admissions Policy Information

Upton Court Grammar School – How to Prepare for the 11 Plus Exams?

Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

New 11+ practice papers are sent out via email every Friday. You can sign up to receive these, every week, using the form above.

11 Plus Courses and Classes

The Exam Coach delivers the best online tuition for children studying to sit the 11 Plus exams for grammar or independent school entry in the UK. If you have a child about to take the 11 Plus, please consider joining us for our weekly workshops or intensive courses.

Why Choose Our Courses?

• 🎯 Targeted Skill Development: 5 sessions (90 minutes each) focused on essential exam techniques and strategies.

• 📝 Comprehensive Support: worksheets, homework, class notes and personalised feedback (via audio message) are provided for each session.

• ✅ Proven Results: our approach has helped countless students succeed in the 11 Plus.

Private and Grammar Schools | Slough

In Slough, grammar and private schools offer exceptional educational opportunities with rigorous academic standards and selective admissions processes. Schools like Reading School and Kendrick School uphold a tradition of academic excellence, preparing students for successful futures through challenging curricula and supportive environments. Private schools in Slough, such as Wellington College and The Abbey School, provide outstanding educational experiences. Wellington College is renowned for its holistic approach to education, combining academic rigour with a diverse range of extracurricular activities. The Abbey School offers a nurturing environment where students thrive academically and socially, supported by dedicated faculty and modern facilities.

Below, you can find an updated list of all the private and grammar schools in Slough. Click the links below for individual school/admissions information, as well as some free 11 Plus exam papers in a similar style to those the school uses for its admissions test for year 7.

All Private and Grammar Schools in Slough

Herschel Grammar School

Langley Grammar School

Long Close School

St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School

Upton Court Grammar School

Herschel Grammar School

• Address: Herschel Grammar School, Northampton Avenue, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3BW, United Kingdom.

• Founded: 1952.

• Type Of School: Selective, co-educational grammar school.

• Age Range: 11–18 years old.

• Entrance Exam Type: GL Assessment, testing English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning.

• Notable Features: Herschel Grammar School, established in 1952, is distinguished by its strong academic tradition, supportive learning environment, and commitment to excellence. With a rigorous curriculum, extensive extracurricular opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive community, Herschel Grammar School prepares students to excel academically, develop their talents, and become confident and responsible individuals.

• Resources:

  • Herschel Grammar School – 11 Plus Exam Papers

  • Herschel Grammar School – 11 Plus Entrance Exam Information

Langley Grammar School

• Address: Langley Grammar School, Reddington Drive, Langley, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 7QS, United Kingdom.

• Founded: 1956.

• Type Of School: Selective, co-educational grammar school.

• Age Range: 11–18 years old.

• Entrance Exam Type: GL Assessment, testing English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning.

• Notable Features: Langley Grammar School, established in 1956, is distinguished by its academic excellence, inclusive community, and commitment to holistic education. With a rigorous curriculum, diverse extracurricular opportunities, and a supportive learning environment, Langley Grammar School empowers students to achieve their full potential academically and personally.

• Resources:

  • Langley Grammar School – 11 Plus Exam Papers

  • Langley Grammar School – 11 Plus Entrance Exam Information

Long Close School

• Address: Long Close School, Upton Court Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 7LU, United Kingdom.

• Founded: 1940.

• Type Of School: Independent, co-educational day school.

• Age Range: 2–16 years old.

• Entrance Exam Type: School's own exam, testing English and maths, and CEM Select.

• Notable Features: Long Close School, founded in 1940, offers a supportive and nurturing environment where students are encouraged to excel academically, develop their talents, and become confident and responsible individuals. With a comprehensive curriculum, modern facilities, and a focus on individualized learning, Long Close School prepares students to succeed academically and thrive in a rapidly changing world.

• Resources:

  • Long Close School – 11 Plus Exam Papers

  • Long Close School – 11 Plus Entrance Exam Information

St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School

• Address: St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School, Langley Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 7AF, United Kingdom.

• Founded: 1971.

• Type Of School: Selective, co-educational Catholic grammar school.

• Age Range: 11–18 years old.

• Entrance Exam Type: GL Assessment, testing English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning.

• Notable Features: St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School, established in 1971, is distinguished by its strong academic tradition and commitment to Catholic values. With a rigorous curriculum, supportive community, and emphasis on personal development, St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School prepares students to excel academically, grow spiritually, and become responsible and compassionate individuals.

• Resources:

  • St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School – 11 Plus Exam Papers

  • St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School – 11 Plus Entrance Exam Information

Upton Court Grammar School

• Address: Upton Court Grammar School, Lascelles Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 7PR, United Kingdom.

• Founded: 1988.

• Type Of School: Selective, co-educational grammar school.

• Age Range: 11-18 years old.

• Entrance Exam Type: GL Assessment, testing English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning.

• Notable Features: Upton Court Grammar School, established in 1988, prides itself on its academic excellence, supportive environment, and commitment to nurturing the talents of its students, preparing them for success in higher education and beyond.

• Resources:

  • Upton Court Grammar School – 11 Plus Exam Papers

  • Upton Court Grammar School – 11 Plus Entrance Exam Information