Parmiter’s School 11 Plus – Secondary Transfer Test – Exam Information 2024
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Introduction
Parmiter’s School is a co-educational state school with academy status in Garston, Hertfordshire. A partially selective institution, Parmiter’s educates around 1450 students and is considered one of the highest-performing mixed-ability schools in the country. [1]
The curriculum comprises the core subjects of English, mathematics, science and MFL, enhanced by a number of specialist subjects, including computer science, economics & business, music and drama. Lessons are well-structured and targeted, allowing students to recognise their strengths and minimise their weaknesses.
The rich range of extracurriculars supports the relevant offering, allowing pupils to interact with peers and engage in experiential learning. Choosing from FemSoc, ‘Book to Film’ Cinema, touch typing, DofE, choir, orchestra and many other options, the cohort maximises their non-academic development in parallel with their social skills. [2]
Parmiter’s ethos is driven by the relentless pursuit of excellence in all on-site endeavours. Staff aim to provide a comprehensive education tailored to empower each student to reach their full potential and optimise their unique abilities, cultivating a healthy and happy environment that fosters a passion for learning.
Respect for individuality and diversity is deeply ingrained in the school community. A strong emphasis is placed on nurturing social responsibility alongside personal and spiritual growth, instilling integrity, confidence, resilience and creativity in students. Most recent GCSE results reflect the school’s successful strategy in meeting pupils’ educational expectations, as 62% of all GCSE entries were grades 9-7. [3]
Parmiter’s School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024
Address: High Elms Lane, Garston, Watford WD25 0UU
County: Hertfordshire
Admissions info: admissions@parmiters.herts.sch.uk, 01923 671424
School type: Co-educational, partially selective
Number of places in Year 7: 270
Open Day date: September
Exam date: September
Pass mark: Aim for 80%+ in our practice tests. See below for more details.
Exam type / Board: GL Assessment
Parmiter’s School 11 Plus (11+) Admissions
This article is relevant for those aiming for entry to the school based on the Academic Criterion. The school also offers an entry point via the Music criterion, which is not discussed here.
Parmiter’s School is almost always oversubscribed. When there are too many applicants for the places available, the school uses the following oversubscription criteria, giving priority to:
- Looked After, of previously Looked After children
- Students who live closest to the school, using Hertfordshire County Council’s ‘straight line’ distance measurement system (up to 10% of places)
- Children with a sibling at the school
- Children whose parent is a current employee at the school
- Children with special educational needs, or a health and care plan.
Additionally, 25% of places are determined by academic merit, and 10% on the basis of proven aptitude in music. You can view the school’s exact location on the map below:
Is Parmiter’s School part of a Consortium?
Parmiter’s School belongs to the South West Hertfordshire 11+ Consortium, a group of schools that use the same entrance exam format and share a very similar admissions process.
How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Parmiter’s School
To apply for 11+ entry to Parmiter’s School on behalf of your child, you need to register them with the South West Herts Schools Consortium by the closing date in June.
Hertfordshire’s residents must also complete the Common Application Form (CAF) and indicate their preferred schools in the form (in ranked order).
Please note that you will also be asked to complete the Supplementary Information Form (SIF), available online, and submit it by the October deadline.
Does Parmiter’s School have a catchment area?
Yes, Parmiter’s School has a catchment area with priority based on location and distance from the school.
Parmiter’s School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format
The Parmiter’s School 11 Plus exam consists of:
- A Mathematics paper set by GL Assessment, lasting approximately 50 minutes
- A Verbal Reasoning paper set by GL Assessment, also lasting approximately 50 minutes.
The topics evaluated in the test are as follows:
➢ Mathematics: These sections assess students’ mathematical skills, problem-solving abilities and logical reasoning. The exam will include questions that test number operations, algebra, geometry, measurement, statistics and data handling.
➢ 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.
Once the eleven plus exam is completed, you can expect to receive your child’s results in October. The final Year 7 place allocations will be published in March.
How to Prepare for the Parmiter’s School 11 Plus (11+) Exam?
To boost your child’s confidence in the lead-up to exam day, we strongly encourage the use of our practice tests. They help familiarise students with the structure and style of Parmiter’s School entrance exams, encompassing all possible question types.
Our practice tests will also help you identify gaps within your child’s knowledge base that require further attention and assist you in crafting a customised study schedule for your child. Adopting such a systematic approach to 11+ exam preparation alleviates unnecessary stress, making the process more enjoyable overall.
Note that administering our practice tests under timed conditions can help your child adapt to answering questions promptly under time pressure. This strategy will arm them with a distinct advantage over their peers.
Parmiter’s School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Pass Marks and Target Scores
Parmiter’s School does not have a specific pass mark, however, data shows that applicants from the school’s catchment area have been admitted with a minimum standardised score of 216 (according to recent exam results).
Pupils who are able to score 80%+ consistently in our 11+ SW Hertfordshire practice tests should be on track to pass the Parmiter’s School 11+ test.
Whilst there are no guarantees, this has historically been a fairly strong indicator that your child should do well in the Parmiter’s School 11+ exam. Please click here to learn more.
Parmiter’s School 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers
We have a selection of eleven plus practice tests designed to help pupils prepare for the Parmiter’s School 11 Plus exam:
SW Herts: Full Practice Tests
The following practice tests are specifically designed to help your child prepare for the SW Hertfordshire 11+ exam. They provide excellent mock exam preparation, highlighting your child’s strengths and weaknesses:
11+ SW Hertfordshire Practice Test 1
11+ SW Hertfordshire Practice Test 2
11+ SW Hertfordshire Practice Test 3
11+ SW Hertfordshire Practice Test 4
11+ SW Hertfordshire Practice Test 5
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11+ SW Hertfordshire Practice Test 7
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11+ SW Hertfordshire Practice Test 10
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SW Herts: Skill Specific Practice
Mathematics
The following 11+ resources extensively cover the Mathematics section of the SW Hertfordshire Test, allowing your child to thoroughly prepare for exam day:
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Skill Specific Practice
11+ Fractions, Decimals & Percentages
11+ Reflection, Rotation & Symmetry
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Verbal Reasoning
To help your child master Verbal Reasoning skills in the lead-up to the SW Hertfordshire Test, we recommend the following 11+ resources:
Full Practice Tests
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Our practice tests aim to show what sort of questions were included in Parmiter’s School 11+ past papers. The information provided about Parmiter’s 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.
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