Wallington County Grammar School (WCGS) 11 Plus (11+) Exam – Key Details 2024
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Introduction
Wallington County Grammar School (WCGS) is a selective boys’ grammar school, situated in the London Borough of Sutton. Opened in 1927, it is considered one of the country’s top-performing schools (based on GCSE and A-level results). Its list of notable alumni features a number of esteemed professionals, including neuroscientists, composers, archaeologists and authors. [1]
The WCGS syllabus boasts relevant subject options, allowing boys to explore their academic capacity and maximise their competencies. Ranging from science, mathematics and Latin to MFL, food technology and DT, the disciplines on offer thoroughly prepare students for the demands of higher education and life in general. [2]
The wealth of after-class activities is the highlight of the school’s offering. Choosing from coding, dance, African Caribbean Society, DofE, creative writing, music composing and many other pursuits, boys develop their social skills and boost their non-academic versatility, benefitting to the full from WCGS’ healthy competitive environment. [3]
Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024
Address: Croydon Road, Wallington SM6 7PH
County: London – Borough of Sutton
Admissions info: admissions@wcgs.org.uk, 0208 647 2235
School type: Boys’ Grammar
Number of pupils: 885 (approx.)
Number of places in Year 7: 150
Open Day date: July
11+ Exam date: September 2024
Pass mark: Aim for 75%+ (Stage 1) in our practice tests. See below for more details.
Exam type / Board: Part One, Selective Eligibility Test (SET), Part Two, set by school
Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Admissions
Wallington County Grammar School is part of the Pan-London Coordinated Admissions Scheme, which means admission to the school is determined by pupil performance in the Selective Eligibility Test (SET), similar to the standard 11 Plus exam.
With 150 places available at Year 7, the school encourages prospective students and their parents to attend one of their Open Events. During these, parents and students can learn more about the admissions process. Tours of the campus and meetings with key staff members will be arranged for all visiting families.
Wallington County Grammar is consistently oversubscribed, so in the likely event of there being more applications than there are places, the school uses the following oversubscription criteria, giving priority to:
- Children who are looked after by a local authority (LA)
- Children in rank order of performance in the SET
- Children eligible for free school meals (up to 15 places)
- Children who live in one of the school’s designated postcodes
- Children of permanent staff who work at the Folio Education Trust
Parents are advised to thoroughly read Wallington County Grammar’s admissions criteria document before taking their son’s application further.
You can view the school’s exact location on the map below:
How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Wallington County Grammar School
Parents who wish to register their son to sit the SET must complete a Supplementary Form, which can be found on the school’s website when registration is open. To apply for a place at the school, parents must complete the Common Application Form (CAF) issued by their LA.
Those who live in London, or Surrey, can complete the CAF online. Only one form needs to be completed, even if you are applying to more than one school in the Sutton area. Information regarding the outcome of the SET is posted in late September.
Wallington County Grammar School Catchment Area
Does Wallington County Grammar School have a catchment area?
The school doesn’t have a catchment area.
Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format
The Wallington County Grammar School 11+ Exam is split into two stages:
- Stage 1: Maths and English, both multiple-choice and each last approximately 45 minutes.
This Selective Eligibility Test (SET) is run in conjunction with other grammar schools in Sutton. The result of the SET determines whether or not a boy is eligible for the second stage test.
- Stage 2: Maths and English. Neither of these is multiple-choice. Maths consists of standard format questions. The English paper is a Writing task, which requires a response to some form of prompt.
Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Pass Marks and Target Scores
There is no formal pass mark for the Wallington County Grammar School 11+ tests. Instead, entry is relative to the performance of the cohort of applicants. Hence, if there are stronger candidates applying in a particular year, the pass mark will be higher.
Pupils who are able to score 75%+ consistently in our 11+ Stage 1 practice tests should be on track to pass the Wallington County Grammar School Stage 1 exam.
Whilst there are no guarantees, this has historically been a fairly strong indicator that your child should do well in the Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus. Please click here to learn more.
How to Prepare for the Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam?
At Exam Papers Plus, we recommend that students follow a structured approach towards preparation for the 11+ entrance exam. Such an approach includes practice papers, which consist of thoroughly researched and up to date questions that reflect a competitive 11+ examination format.
By covering all the key skills and the range of question types your child will encounter in the actual test, our practice tests will help them get used to answering questions quickly and effectively. More importantly, they will help identify any weaker areas that require additional work and attention.
In this way, our 11+ resources will assist in boosting your child’s confidence. Our recommendations to help your child prepare for the Wallington County Grammar School entrance exams can be found below.
Stage 1
Sutton Pre-11+ Practice Tests
Our Pre-11+ Practice Tests provide the perfect foundation for students in Years 4 and 5 to become accustomed to the exam’s format and style well in advance.
Tailored to introduce your child to the specific types of questions they will face in the actual exam, these tests are designed to build familiarity and understanding. By offering a comprehensive yet gentle introduction to the exam format, these practice tests significantly enhance your child’s skills and confidence through precise and effective practice.
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Stage 1 SET – Full Practice Tests
These practice exams are unparalleled in precision for those gearing up for the 11+ Sutton SET. Created for Year 5 and 6 students, they replicate the genuine test’s structure, difficulty, duration, question formats, and arrangement. Each test includes thorough video walkthroughs for each question, aiding in deep comprehension.
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Targeted Practice for the Stage 1 SET English Test
Skill Specific Practice
11+ Sutton (SET) Comparing Texts (Pack 1)
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Targeted Practice for the Stage 1 SET Mathematics Test
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Skill specific practice
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Stage 2 – Full Practice Tests
The following practice tests are specifically designed to help your child prepare for the Sutton 11+ Stage Two Exam. They provide excellent mock exam preparation, highlighting your child’s strengths and weaknesses:
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Targeted Practice for the Stage 2 Mathematics Test
Full Practice Tests
Skill specific practice
11+ Fractions, Decimals & Percentages
11+ Reflection, Rotation & Symmetry
Targeted Practice for the Stage 2 English Test
Writing
11+ Complete Writing Guide (Covers all known writing categories that could come up in the Stage 2 test)
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Our practice tests aim to show what sort of questions were included in Wallington County Grammar School 11+ past papers. The information provided about Wallington County 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. Exam Papers Plus is an independent publisher of high quality practice tests and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Wallington County Grammar School.
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