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Introduction
Established in 1555, Boston Grammar School (BGS) is a selective grammar school for boys aged 11-18 that admits girls into its Sixth Form. Located in Boston, Lincolnshire, it became a selective academy in 2013.
Boston Grammar operates a house system, whereby pupils are placed into one of four houses to encourage loyalty, competition and pastoral care. The four houses are all named after important figures in the school’s history: Muston, Laughton, Gannock and Parry. [1]
Broad and comprehensive, Boston Grammar’s curriculum actively prepares students for their future endeavours. Everything from MFL, science and psychology to business studies, DT and art is on offer, supported by vigorous, interactive lessons that inspire a love of learning.
The clubs programme allows boys to engage in non-academic development across a wide range of areas. Sketching Club, DofE, music theory, robotics, basketball and badminton are just some of the most popular features, underpinning an educational experience that’s both memorable and relevant. [2]
Recent GCSE results further underscore Boston Grammar’s robust academic standing. Notably, 65.7% of pupils managed to secure Grade 5 or above in English and Mathematics. Furthermore, an impressive 100% of leavers proceeded to either continue their education or secure employment. [3]
Boston Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2026
Address: Rowley Road, Boston PE21 6JY
County: Lincolnshire
Admissions info: admissions@bostongrammarschool.co.uk, 01205 366444
School type: Boys’ grammar
Number of places in Year 7: 120
Open Day date: October
Exam date: September 2026
Pass mark: Aim for 80%+ in our practice tests. See below for more details.
Exam type / Board: GL Assessment
Boston Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Admissions
Admission to the school is determined by pupil performance in the 11 Plus exam. Students normally take the tests at their current primary schools, although arrangements can be made for them to sit the exam at BGS.
Pupils who meet the required standards in the 11 Plus will be offered a place in Year 7, subject to availability. It’s important to note that good performance in the exam does not necessarily guarantee a place at the school.
In cases where there are more successful applicants than places available, the school uses its over-subscription criteria to decide which students will be accepted. In such cases, it will prioritise:
- Looked After and previously Looked After children
- Pupils whose sibling already attends the school
- Pupils who live closer to the school.
More details about the oversubscription criteria are available in BGS’ admissions policy. You can view the school’s exact location on the map below:
How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Boston Grammar School
Registrations for Year 7 places at Boston Grammar are done by completing the school’s online form, available on their website.
Please note that you will also be asked to complete a preference form (CAF) by the October deadline. In it, you will be asked to indicate your child’s preferred schools for entry. The CAF should be submitted to the LA, via their website.
Is Boston Grammar School part of a Consortium?
Boston Grammar School is part of the Lincolnshire 11+ Consortium, a group of schools that use the same entrance exam format and share a very similar admissions process.
Does Boston Grammar School have a catchment area?
Boston Grammar School doesn’t have a formally defined catchment area. However, as part of its oversubscription criteria, it will prioritise children who live closer to the school.
Boston Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format
The 11 Plus Exam at Boston Grammar School consists of two tests:
⦿ Verbal Reasoning
These sections test your child’s reasoning skills using language-based tasks, such as identifying patterns, completing analogies, solving codes and making logical deductions. They also measure your child’s ability to think critically and analyse information.
⦿ Non-Verbal Reasoning/Spatial Reasoning
The Lincolnshire 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning (NVR) sections test students’ ability to solve problems using visual and abstract reasoning. They do not rely on language skills but instead challenge students to identify patterns, relationships and sequences within shapes, figures and diagrams.
The Spatial Reasoning sections in the Lincolnshire 11 Plus Exam are designed to assess students’ ability to understand and manipulate visual representations of objects and space. Spatial Reasoning tests mental rotation, visualisation and problem-solving skills.
In order to select the top 25% of pupils, test scores are ranked in order and age-standardised.
How to Prepare for the Boston Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam
The entrance examination for a selective school can be stressful for your child. As such, we highly recommend that you make use of quality 11+ exam papers as part of your preparation process. Becoming familiar with the types of questions and format of the actual exam will increase your child’s confidence and reduce stress ahead of exam day.
Our 11+ practice tests consist of thoroughly researched and up-to-date question types that reflect a competitive 11+ examination format. They will help ensure that your child responds to the exam questions accurately.
Our 11+ mock tests will also help your child get used to answering questions quickly, under time pressure. This will give them a significant advantage over their peers. EPP 11+ resources are designed to replicate the format and layout of the actual exam, offering the perfect platform for students to hone their timed response skills. Each year, our resources assist thousands of students to ace the 11+ exam. They are therefore an ideal resource for efficient and effective exam preparation.
Boston Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Pass Marks and Target Scores
The exam aims to identify the top 25% of children (based on ability) living in the area. In both Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning papers, students should achieve a standardised score of 220 in order to be considered for a place.
Pupils who are able to score 80%+ consistently in our 11+ practice tests should be on track to pass the Boston Grammar School 11 Plus.
Whilst there are no guarantees, this has historically been a fairly strong indicator that your child should do well in the Boston Grammar School 11+ exam. Please click here to learn more.
Boston Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers
We have a number of practice tests that can help your child prepare for the Boston Grammar School 11 Plus exam. We specifically recommend the following relevant resources:
The Lincolnshire Pre-11+ Practice Tests are designed for Year 4 and 5 students to introduce the exam format and boost their confidence. These tests are less challenging than the Lincolnshire 11+ Exam. They offer an accurate yet more straightforward representation of the actual exam, allowing students to familiarise themselves with exam specifics. This approach provides a solid foundation for students to progress to more challenging 11+ Practice Tests.
The following practice tests are specifically designed to help your child prepare for the Lincolnshire 11+ Exam. They provide excellent mock exam preparation, highlighting your child’s strengths and weaknesses:
Practice Papers
To help your child master Verbal Reasoning skills in the lead-up to the Lincolnshire 11+ Exam, we recommend the following resources:
Practice Papers
10 Minutes Test
Video Masterclasses
The following resources will help boost your child’s Non-Verbal (NVR) and Spatial Reasoning (SR) abilities ahead of the Lincolnshire 11+ Exam:
Practice Papers
Video Masterclasses
Video Masterclasses
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Our practice tests aim to show what sort of questions have been included in Boston Grammar School 11+ past papers. The information provided about Boston Grammar School is believed to be correct at the time of publishing. However, please be aware of future changes. We advise you to contact the school directly if you are unsure of anything. School contact details are provided within the article.
Please note that Exam Papers Plus is an independent publisher of practice tests and resources, and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Boston Grammar School.
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Louise Lang
Director of Learning
