Poole Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Entrance Exam Information 2024

Introduction

 

Located in Dorset, on the south coast of England, Poole Grammar School (PGS) is an all-boys’ grammar for pupils aged 11-18. Founded in 1904, PGS is an academy and specialises in mathematics and computing.

 

Around 1,000 boys enjoy first-class facilities on campus. Sports are a major part of life at PGS and the school boasts a number of playing fields within its grounds. Poole Grammar School provides a well-rounded education that recognises the importance of academic achievement, while allowing pupils to explore various social and cultural activities.

 

Poole Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024

 

Address: Gravel Hill, Poole BH17 9JU

County: Dorset

Admissions info: pgsoffice@poolegrammar.com, 01202 692132

School type: Boys’ Grammar

Number of pupils: 997 (approx.)

Number of places in Year 7: 180

Open Day date: July

Exam date: September

Pass mark: Aim for 80%+ in our practice tests. See below for more details.

Exam type / Board: GL Assessment

 

Poole Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Admissions

 

Year 7 places at Poole Grammar School are determined by pupil performance in the 11 Plus exam. Before applying for one of the 180 places available, parents and prospective pupils are encouraged to attend PGS’s open event in July. This will give you a chance to meet current pupils, teaching staff and learn more about the admissions process.

 

All four grammar schools in Dorset, including PGS, share the same admissions process. Year 7 admission is coordinated by Dorset’s Consortium. Should the school receive more applications than available places, as per previous years, the following oversubscription criteria are applied, giving priority to:

 

1. Looked after or previously looked after boys
2. Boys living within the Borough of Poole who receive Pupil Premium
3. Boys living within the Borough of Poole and who do not receive Pupil Premium
4. Boys whose parents are currently PGS staff members
5. Boys who live outside the Borough of Poole who receive Pupil Premium
6. Boys who live outside the Borough of Poole who do not receive Pupil Premium

 

For further details about Poole Grammar School’s admissions process, visit the school website. You can view the school’s exact location on the map below:

 

 

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

 

To register your son for the Poole Grammar School 11 Plus exam, you must complete the Common Poole Grammar form, which will be available via the school’s website when the registration period opens.

 

Once your son sits the exam, you must apply to the Borough of Poole directly. Late applications will only be considered once the main application round has been completed.

 

Poole Grammar School Catchment Area

 

Does Poole Grammar School have a catchment area?

 

Yes, there is a catchment area with priority based on location and distance from the school.

 

Poole Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format

 

The 11 Plus exam at Poole Grammar School consists of three multiple-choice tests, administered by GL Assessment, split into the following subjects:

 

• Mathematics – this 50-minute test covers aspects from the KS2 curriculum
• English – this 45-minute tests covers comprehension, vocabulary and punctuation
• Verbal Reasoning – this 50-minute test is designed to analyse a pupil’s academic potential and is based on a fixed set of question types.

 

How to Prepare for the Poole Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam?

 

Parents should be prepared to start their child’s 11 Plus revision well ahead of the actual exam. Poole Grammar School’s 11+ exam tests a number of subjects, so we would recommend reading the following articles ahead of your child’s revision sessions:

 

• An 11 Plus Guide to Maths
• The 11 Plus English Exam: What You Need to Know
• 11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Exam Preparation

 

Poole Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Pass Marks and Target Scores

 

Poole Grammar School doesn’t have a specific pass mark. Pupils who are able to score 80%+ consistently in our 11+ practice tests should be on track to pass the 11+ test in Poole Grammar School.

 

Whilst there are no guarantees, this has historically been a fairly strong indicator that your child should do well in the Poole Grammar School 11+ exam. Please click here to learn more.

 

Poole Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

 

Practice exam papers are a proven, effective way of increasing your child’s confidence for Poole Grammar School’s 11+. They can help your son become more familiar with the structure, content and layout of the exams and better understand the types of questions they may be asked.

 

As the exam draws nearer, try to include timed practice papers in your child’s learning routine. Answering questions under timed conditions can help improve their time management skills and get them used to answering quickly.

 

We specifically recommend the following resources which cover every element and question type that you can expect to come up in the actual 11+ exam.

 

Full Practice Tests

 

The following practice tests are specifically designed to help your child prepare for the Dorset 11+ Exam. They provide excellent mock exam preparation, highlighting your child’s strengths and weaknesses:

 

11+ Dorset Practice Test 1

11+ Dorset Practice Test 2

11+ Dorset Practice Test 3

11+ Dorset Practice Test 4

11+ Dorset Practice Test 5

 

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English

Full Practice Tests

11+ English – Pack 1

11+ English – Pack 2

11+ English – Pack 3

11+ English – Pack 4

11+ English – Pack 5

Skill specific practice

11+ Spelling – Pack 3

11+ Punctuation

11+ Sentence Completion

11+ Comprehension – Pack 1

11+ Comprehension – Pack 2

11+ Inference Skills – Pack 1

11+ Inference Skills – Pack 2

Masterclasses

11+ English (GL) Masterclass

 

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Mathematics

Full Practice Tests

11+ Maths – Pack 1

11+ Maths – Pack 2

11+ Maths – Pack 3

11+ Maths – Pack 4

11+ English – Pack 5

Skill specific practice

11+ Algebra

11+ Angles & Degrees

11+ BODMAS

11+ Estimation & Place Value

11+ Factors & Multiples

11+ Fractions, Decimals & Percentages

11+ Measurements

11+ Money

11+ Operations

11+ Perimeter, Area & Volume

11+ Position & Direction

11+ Probability

11+ Problem Solving – Pack 1

11+ Problem Solving – Pack 2

11+ Properties of Shapes

11+ Ratio & Proportion

11+ Reflection, Rotation & Symmetry

11+ Sequences

11+ Special Numbers

11+ Speed, Distance & Time

11+ Statistics

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Verbal Reasoning

Full Practice Tests

11+ Verbal Reasoning – Pack 1

11+ Verbal Reasoning – Pack 2

11+ Verbal Reasoning – Pack 3

11+ Verbal Reasoning – Pack 4

Skill Specific Practice

11+ Anagrams

11+ Analogies

11+ Codes

11+ Compound Words

11+ Embedded Words

11+ Form a Word

11+ Insert a Letter

11+ Letter Analogies

11+ Letter Calculations

11+ Letter Codes

11+ Letter Sequences

11+ Move a Letter

11+ Number Analogies

11+ Number Calculations

11+ Number Sequences

11+ Related Words

11+ Rhyming Synonyms

11+ Shuffled Sentences

11+ Synonyms

11+ Word Completion

11+ Word Match

11+ Word Opposites

11+ Word Pairs

11+ Word Puzzles

11+ Word Relationships

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11+ Verbal Reasoning Masterclass

 

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Our practice tests aim to show what sort of questions were included in Poole Grammar School 11+ past papers. The information provided about Poole Grammar 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.