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South Wilts Grammar School for Girls 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024

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Introduction

 

Founded in 1927, South Wilts Grammar School for Girls is located in Salisbury, Wiltshire. The school has evolved significantly since then, adapting to changing educational needs and continually striving for excellence.

 

As a specialist school in mathematics and computing, South Wilts Grammar is dedicated to providing its students with a strong foundation in STEM subjects, which are increasingly in demand in today’s global economy. 

 

In addition to this, South Wilts Grammar is also recognised as an international school, providing opportunities for students to learn about different cultures, languages and traditions, and to develop a global perspective that will serve them well in their future careers.

 

South Wilts Grammar is a selective school committed to ensuring that all students reach their full potential, regardless of their background. The school has a strong pastoral care system, with dedicated staff who provide guidance and support to students throughout their time at the school.

 

South Wilts Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024

 

Address: Stratford Road, Salisbury SP1 3JJ

County: Wiltshire

Admissions info: admissions@swgs.wilts.sch.uk, 01722 323326

School type: Girls’ Grammar

Number of pupils: 996 (approx.)

Number of places in Year 7: 160

Open Day date: June / July

Exam date: September

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

Exam type / Board: GL Assessment

 

South Wilts Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Admissions

 

Admission to South Wilts Grammar School for Girls in Year 7 is by academic selection, according to performance in the 11 Plus exam. The school is regularly oversubscribed and parents and prospective students are encouraged to attend one of the school’s open events before making an application to ensure that the school is a good fit for the pupil.

 

In the likely event that there are more applicants than available places in Year 7, the school uses the following oversubscription criteria, giving priority to:

 

  1. Looked after, or previously looked after, children
  2. Girls who are eligible for the Pupil Premium and/or the Service Premium
  3. Girls who live in the school’s catchment area
  4. Girls who live outside of the catchment area and have a sister attending the school who is living at the same residence on the date of admission of the child
  5. Other girls in order of proximity to school

 

For further details about the school’s oversubscription criteria and/or the admissions process, visit the school’s website. You can view the school’s exact location on the map below:

 

 

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

 

To apply for a place at South Wilts Grammar, parents must complete a Common Application Form (CAF) and return it to the local authority, Wiltshire County Council. Parents are also obliged to complete a Supplementary Form and return it directly to the school. This form is only available when the Year 7 registration period is open.

 

Late applicants who pass the entrance test will be placed on the school’s waiting list in their relevant position, based on the oversubscription criteria, irrespective of the time of application.

 

South Wilts Grammar School Catchment Area

 

Does South Wilts Grammar School for Girls have a catchment area?

 

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

 

South Wilts Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format

 

The South Wilts Grammar School for Girls eleven plus test consists of three papers:

 

  • Maths – this test lasts 50 minutes and covers the areas of number, algebra, measures, shape and space and handling data
  • English – a 45-minute test that may contain questions on reading comprehension, spelling, punctuation and grammar
  • Verbal Reasoning – this test lasts 50 minutes and includes questions testing vocabulary, codes, word patterns and more.

 

All three tests are multiple choice.

 

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

 

As a top-performing UK grammar school, competition for Year 7 places at South Wilts Grammar School for Girls is strong. At this stage, the school is looking for academic talent and the three-part 11 Plus test is set specifically to challenge candidates. However, with a good eleven plus study plan, your daughter should be able to rise to the challenge and approach the exam calmly and confidently.

 

Parents can help their daughters prepare for the  South Wilts Grammar 11+ by firstly reading our article on verbal reasoning skills as well as our 11 Plus guide to maths. Secondly, whatever your daughter’s current attainment level, she can improve her performance by using practice exam papers as part of her revision.

 

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

 

South Wilts Grammar School sets the pass mark at 71%. Pupils who are able to score 80%+ consistently in our 11+ practice tests should be on track to pass this exam.

 

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

 

South Wilts Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

 

We have a number of practice papers to help boost your daughter’s confidence and expand her knowledge ahead of the South Wilts 11 Plus.  We would particularly recommend the following:

 

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

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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

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

Masterclasses

11+ Maths (GL) Masterclass

 

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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

Masterclasses

11+ Verbal Reasoning Masterclass

 

✅ You can now purchase a bundle of all of our recommended resources for the Verbal Reasoning section of the South Wilts Grammar School 11+ Exam at a large discount. Click the button below to learn more:

 

11+ South Wilts Verbal Reasoning Bundle

 

 

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