Reading Girls’ School 11 Plus (11+) Exam – Selective Stream Test Information

Introduction

 

Established in 1818, Reading Girls’ School is a partially selective, bilateral school for girls in Reading, Berkshire. Approximately 430 girls are educated by 25 staff members. The school is known for its focus on business and enterprise. Students are encouraged to strive for excellence academically and socially and the curriculum offers a broad range of subjects and extra-curricular activities. Although not a grammar, Reading Girls’ does use an 11 Plus-style entrance test as part of its admissions process.

 

For a virtual tour of the school, take a look at this short video:

 

 

11 Plus Exam Information for Reading Girls’ School

 

Address: Reading Girls School, Northumberland Avenue, Reading, RG2 7PY

County: Reading

Admissions Info: admin@readinggirlsschool.net, 0118 986 1336

School Type: Co-educational, partially selective

Number of pupils: 430 (approx.)

Number of Places in Year 7: 170 (42 by selective stream)

Open Day Date: March

Exam Date: October

Exam Board Type: CEM

 

Reading Girls’ School 11 Plus Admissions

 

This article is relevant for those aiming for entry to the school based on the Selective Stream Test, of which there are 42 allocated places. The school also offers entry via the Coordinated Secondary Admissions Scheme.

 

Admission to Reading Girls’ School in Year 7 follows the process set out by Coordinated Secondary Admissions Scheme, which is responsible for setting the school’s admissions policy. Each year, the school admits approximately 170 places, 42 of which are selected based on ability.

 

Students who have Special Educational Needs or an Education, Health and Care Plan are given priority of place above other students.

 

In cases where there are more applicants than available places, the school uses the following oversubscription criteria, giving priority to:

 

1. Looked After and previously Looked After girls.
2. Students who score highest in the selection test.
3. Girls who have medical or social grounds for attending the school.
4. Girls who have a sister who currently attends the school.
5. Students who live closest to the school.

 

For further details about Reading Girls’ School admission process, please visit the school’s website.

 

How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Selective Entry to Reading Girls’ School

 

Before applying for a place at Reading Girls’ School, parents and students are encouraged to attend the school’s Open Day, which usually takes place in March. At the event, parents and students will have the opportunity to tour the school and meet current staff and students.

 

Once parents have visited the school and are sure that Reading Girls’ is the right establishment for their daughter, applications should be made to the appropriate Local Authority (LA), or submitted online.

 

Students who wish to apply for one of the 42 selective places, should also complete the school’s registration form, which can be accessed here.

 

Reading Girls’ School Selective Stream Test (11 Plus Exam) Format

 

Of the 170 available places at the school, 42 are allocated to students who score the highest in the Selective Stream Test. The exam takes place in October and is administered by the exam board, CEM.

 

The test is taken online and covers the following topics:

 

1. Verbal reasoning
2. Non-verbal reasoning
3. Mathematics

 

Your daughter must be pre-registered to take this test.

 

For more information on the Selective Stream Test, please visit the Selective Stream Test page on the school’s website.

 

How to Prepare for the Reading Girls’ School 11 Plus Exam?

 

A little forward planning can go a long way to helping students perform well in the Reading Girls’ School Selective Stream Test. As a starting point, we’d suggest that parents read our 11 Plus guide for parents for an overview of what the test typically involves.

 

Once a study schedule is in place, using practice exam papers in addition to regular preparation can really help boost a student’s performance. Our practice papers help students become familiar with the layout of the exam and the types of questions that may be asked on test day. They can also help identify any weak areas that may need improvement prior to the exam.

 

Practice Exam Papers for the Reading Girls’ School 11 Plus Exam

 

For girls due to take the Reading Girls School Selective Stream Test, we highly recommend the following resources to help prepare in an efficient manner. The test, called Cambridge Select Insight, is taken online and covers Verbal, Non-Verbal and Numerical Reasoning. Those who have taken Cambridge Select Insight in the past have told us that they found these resources extremely beneficial when preparing:

 

Full Practice

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 1

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 2

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 3

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 4

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 5

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 6

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 7

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 8

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 9

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Practice Test 10

 

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Skill Practice: Verbal Ability

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Comprehension Pack 1

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Comprehension Pack 2

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Missing Words Pack 1

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Missing Words Pack 2

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Related Words

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Anagrams

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Shuffled Sentences

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Letter Connections

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Multiple Meanings

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Selected Letters

 

Skill Practice: Non-Verbal Ability

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Pictures

 

Skill Practice: Numerical Ability

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Arithmetic

Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select) Data Problems

 

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The information provided about Reading Girls’ School was 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 post.