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St. Albans School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024

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Introduction

 

St Albans School is a Hertfordshire-based independent day school for boys aged 11–18 years with a coeducational Sixth Form. Having been established in 948 by Abbot Wulsin, it has strong links to the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban, known locally as ‘the Abbey’. Since its foundation, the school has gone through many changes. However, the links to the Abbey remain strong. [1]

 

St Albans’ curriculum is designed to foster curiosity and shape pupils into assured contributors to the intellectually vibrant school community. As such, it includes an array of disciplines ranging from design and languages to technology and science, providing ample scope for students to identify their strengths.

 

The co-curricular programme boasts an extensive selection of activities, from sports such as tennis and climbing to artistic pursuits such as drama and dance, offering a platform for students to explore and nurture their distinct, non-academic aptitudes. St Albans also features a 25-metre, six-lane swimming pool, a modern facility that cements the school’s reputation as an exceedingly attractive choice for pupils in the area. [2]

 

At St Albans School, the extensive pastoral care system functions through an active collaboration with parents, aimed at meeting each student’s needs with a sense of empathetic understanding. As a result, pupils are high-achievers, as recently reflected in their examination performance where 81% of grades were within the impressive 9-7 range. [3]

 

St Albans’ culture of friendly competition is not only a thriving element but lies at the very heart of the establishment’s success. This ethos, which strikes a perfect balance between camaraderie and ambition, permeates every aspect of school life, instilling the highest standards of behaviour and learning in each student while both valuing and respecting his unique perspectives.

 

St. Albans School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024

 

Address: Abbey Gateway, St. Albans, AL3 4HB

County: Hertfordshire

Admissions info: admissions@st-albans.herts.sch.uk or 01727 515182

School type: Boys’ independent day school

Exam date: January of Year 6

Exam type / Board: School’s own

Pass mark: Aim for 75%+ in our practice tests. See below for more details.

 

St. Albans School 11 Plus (11+) Open Days

 

St. Albans holds four Open Mornings each year and you are encouraged to visit the school before registering your son. Places are often oversubscribed so it is advisable to book as far in advance as possible. More details are available on this page. You can view the school’s exact location on the map below:

 

 

St. Albans School 11 Plus (11+) Admissions

 

To be considered for a place in Year 7 at St Albans, you should register your son at any time up to the deadline in November of the year preceding entry. This is done by completing an online registration form and paying the non-refundable registration fee.

 

There are two elements to the St Albans selection process: all candidates who register for 11+ entry must sit a bespoke online test, followed by an interview with a senior staff member. Boys who are successful in both the test and interview may receive an offer of a place in February.

 

St. Albans School 11 Plus (11+) Scholarships and Bursaries

 

A limited number of means-tested bursaries are available for up to 100% of the fees. This enables the school to make its education accessible to pupils from a wide range of backgrounds. Please note that families whose annual gross income exceeds £85,000 are typically considered ineligible.

 

All 11+ candidates are automatically considered for Academic Scholarships, which are awarded based on results in the entrance assessments. Music Scholarships are also available and are offered to candidates who perform at Grade 5 standard and beyond (for larger awards).

 

St. Albans School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format

 

The St Albans 11+ entrance exam consists of a bespoke online test, which features the following sections:

 

Part 1: This part of the online test modifies the complexity of the questions in response to the student’s answers. It assesses Maths, English & Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning skills.

 

⇒ In Maths, the questions measure proficiency in areas such as arithmetic and problem-solving, with some questions incorporating diagrams or charts.

 

⇒ The English sections involve multiple-choice questions aimed at gauging Reading Comprehension, grammar and punctuation skills. The Verbal Reasoning sections assess vocabulary and contextual understanding.

 

⇒ Non-Verbal Reasoning evaluates the student’s ability to reason using shapes, spaces, diagrams and images, including multiple-choice questions on 2D Non-Verbal Reasoning and Spatial Reasoning.

 

Part 2: This part of the online test contains questions of a fixed difficulty level, subdivided into the following modules:

 

⇒ The Puzzles & Problem Solving module features interactive puzzles, followed by a question that requires a typed response. The module will also comprise multiple-choice questions.

 

⇒ The Creative Comprehension module comprises multiple-choice questions sourced from various materials such as texts, maps, diagrams, timetables and charts.

 

Please see below for further details and recommendations on how to prepare for the St Albans School 11+ examination.

 

How to Prepare for the St. Albans School 11 Plus (11+) Exam

 

Utilising practice tests is a highly effective strategy when preparing for rigorous entrance exams. These tests serve as practical tools, allowing students to get acquainted with the structure and variety of questions they can come across in the actual examination, all while honing their ability to work within time constraints.

 

Our St Albans School practice tests, accessible for immediate download after purchase, offer an exceptional resource for exam preparation. These tests encompass all the critical skills, enabling students to pinpoint any areas of weakness that require further attention prior to the exam.

 

Extensively researched and up-to-date, our 11+ St Albans School practice tests are designed at just the right level, accurately reflecting the high standards of the actual assessment. Read on to learn more!

 

St. Albans School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Pass Marks and Target Scores

 

Pupils who are able to score 75%+ consistently in our 11+ practice tests should be on track to pass the St. Albans School 11+ test.

 

Whilst there are no guarantees, this has historically been a fairly strong indicator that your child should do well in the St. Albans School 11+ exam.

 

Don’t worry if your child is not scoring well in our practice papers from the outset. With targeted practice and focus, it’s possible to make big improvements in a short amount of time!

 

St. Albans School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Practice Tests

 

Online Bespoke Test: Full Practice Tests

 

St Albans School use an online test as part of their 11+ entry process for Year 7 entry. These practice tests are specifically designed to familiarise your child with the online format, style and content of the new online test.

 

The types of questions, level of difficulty, instructions and layouts are all created to align with those of the real exam. Upon completion of these practice tests, your child will feel more confident and prepared for the actual assessment.

 

11+ St Albans School Practice Test 1

 

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Online Bespoke Test: Skill Practice

 

The following Skill Practice exercises focus on one module that will come up in the St Albans School bespoke test, allowing you to target the specific exam sections that your child finds challenging.

 

11+ St Albans School Mathematics

 

11+ St Albans School Creative Comprehension Pack 1

 

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11+ St Albans School Puzzles & Problem Solving Pack 1

 

11+ St Albans School Puzzles & Problem Solving Pack 2

 

 

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Interviews

 

This interview guide covers all the key concepts your child needs to be aware of for the 11+ Interview:

 

11+ Interviews – The Complete Guide

 

 

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