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Introduction
Founded in 1902, Kesteven and Sleaford High School (KSHS) is a selective school for girls in the market town of Seaford in Lincolnshire. It currently teaches around 800 pupils. A member of the Robert Carre Trust, the school provides a calm and purposeful learning atmosphere and produces strong examination results. [1]
KSHS’ curriculum is aimed at effectively developing pupils’ competencies across a multitude of areas, including computing, humanities, languages and science. Actively preparing girls for the challenges of tomorrow, the school’s offering is both balanced and challenging, maximising the cohort’s intellectual curiosity and confidence.
The extracurricular provision is just as relevant, featuring everything from debating, Book Club and netball to rugby, table tennis and the DofE scheme. Girls are offered numerous opportunities to participate in community-focused initiatives, especially fundraising events, which not only enhances their understanding of the needs of others but also fosters their spirit of empathy and compassion. [2]
Recently, an impressive 94% of pupils achieved grade 5 or above in English and Mathematics. This accomplishment underscores Kesteven and Sleaford’s high academic standards and the effectiveness of their teaching strategies, as well as the success of their governance. [3]
It also says a lot about the quality of the pastoral care system. By focusing on individual needs, staff meticulously preserve, nurture and amplify the resilience and adaptability of each student within the dynamic school community. This tailored approach significantly contributes to the overall well-being and personal growth of every girl attending KSHS, maximising her chances of success in future endeavours.
To learn more about the learning atmosphere at Kesteven & Sleaford High School, watch the video below:
Kesteven & Sleaford High School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2026
Address: Jermyn Street, Sleaford, NG34 7RS
County: Lincolnshire
Admissions info: enquiries@kshs.uk, +44 (0) 1529 414044
School type: Girls’ grammar
Number of places in Year 7: 124
Open Day date: July, October
Exam date: September 2026
Pass mark: Aim for 80%+ in our practice tests. See below for more details.
Exam type / Board: GL Assessment
Kesteven & Sleaford High School 11 Plus (11+) Admissions
Admission to Kesteven & Sleaford High School in Year 7 is determined by pupil performance in the 11 Plus exam. KSHS fully complies with Lincolnshire County Council’s coordinated admission arrangements for Year 7.
In cases of oversubscription, the school uses the following criteria to determine admissions, giving priority to:
- Looked After, or previously Looked After children
- Children in receipt of Pupil Premium and Free School Meals
- Students who, at the time of admission, have siblings at one of the schools within the Robert Carre Trust
- Pupils living closest to the school.
More details about KSHS’s admissions process are available on their website. You can view the school’s exact location on the map below:
How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Kesteven & Sleaford High School
If you reside in Lincolnshire, you should complete a Common Application Form (CAF) via the LA website to register your daughter for an 11 Plus place. Parents living outside of Lincolnshire must return their CAF form to their own LA, who will forward the application to Lincolnshire LA.
You also need to register your child with the school directly. The online form can be accessed through this page.
Is Kesteven & Sleaford High School part of a Consortium?
Kesteven & Sleaford High 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 Kesteven & Sleaford High School have a catchment area?
Kesteven & Sleaford High 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.
Kesteven & Sleaford High School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format
The 11 Plus Exam at Kesteven & Sleaford High 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 Kesteven & Sleaford High School 11 Plus (11+) Exam
At Exam Papers Plus, we advise that students create a revision plan in the early stages of their exam preparation and combine this with 11+ mock tests. These help track your child’s progress and allow you to understand your daughter’s strengths and weaknesses.
We strongly suggest setting up a study schedule, which includes studying ‘little and often’. The more prepared students feel before the assessment, the better they are likely to perform.
Our 11+ practice tests are used by thousands of students every year because they are practical and effective, successfully replicating the format, layout and timings of the actual test. They will significantly enhance your daughter’s confidence ahead of the exam, leading to improved performance and a greater chance of success.
Kesteven & Sleaford High 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 Kesteven & Sleaford High School 11 Plus.
Whilst there are no guarantees, this has historically been a fairly strong indicator that your child should do well in the Kesteven & Sleaford High School 11+ exam. Please click here to learn more.
Kesteven & Sleaford High School 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers
We have a number of practice tests that can help your child prepare for the Kesteven & Sleaford High 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 Kesteven & Sleaford High School 11+ past papers. The information provided about Kesteven & Sleaford High 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 Kesteven & Sleaford High School.
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Author(s)
Louise Lang
Director of Learning
