Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024

Introduction

 

Founded in 1954, Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) is a selective academy in Kent. Previously called Dartford Technical High School, it took on its grammar status in 1982 and is currently known for its strong focus on DT, mathematics and physics. [1]

 

WGSB offers a broad and balanced curriculum that caters to students’ diverse needs and interests, fostering a culture of academic excellence and nurturing their talents and aspirations. Pupils learn core subjects such as English, mathematics and science, and receive a well-rounded education thanks to many additional classes, including humanities, modern languages, physical education, technology and the arts.

 

Besides providing a varied curriculum that’s relevant to further education, the school helps develop boys’ entrepreneurial skills, encouraging them to be at the forefront of innovation. It also endeavours to instil in them a wider perspective through PSHE and other social development sessions, which give the education on offer a holistic quality.

 

The school offers various extracurricular programmes that support pupils’ personal development and social skills. These activities include sports teams, music ensembles, drama productions, and more. In addition, WGSB provides opportunities for students to take part in community service, international exchange programmes and work experience placements to help them expand their skill set.

 

WGSB’s ethos places great importance on intellectual curiosity, resilience and integrity.  In addition to academic accomplishments, WGSB emphasises mental and emotional well-being, providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment that caters for each student individually.

 

WGSB’s exemplary work ethic and comprehensive support of its students yields enviable academic results. Its pupils consistently achieve high exam scores, getting top grades in their GCSEs and A-levels. Ofsted regards the school as “Good”. [2]

 

To learn more about the school, you can watch this video:

 

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024

 

Address: Common Lane, Wilmington, Dartford DA2 7DA

County: Kent

Admissions info: office@wgsb.co.uk, 01322 223090

School type: Boys’ grammar

Number of places in Year 7: 180

Open Day date: October

Exam date: September 2024

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

Exam type / Board: Kent 11 Plus (PESE) Test

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 11 Plus (11+) Admissions

 

To be considered for a Year 7 place at Wilmington Grammar School for Boys, prospective pupils must sit the Kent 11 Plus Test. Should applications for admission exceed the school’s PAN number, the following oversubscription criteria will be used, giving priority to:

 

1. Children in Local Authority Care or Previously in Local Authority Care
2. Children with a sibling at the school
3. Children whose parents are members of the school’s staff
4. Children who have shown exceptional performance in the Kent Test and who live in the priority area (Governor Places)
5. Children who live within a 1.5-mile radius of the school and children who live within the parishes listed in the admissions policy, with priority being given to Pupil Premium recipients
6. Pupil Premium recipients who live within a 3-mile radius of the school
7. All other boys

 

Parents of students who are not awarded a grammar school place at WGSB have a right to appeal. The school’s website provides further information about both the appeals and admissions process. You can view the school’s exact location on the map below:

 

 

How to Apply for Year 7 Entry to Wilmington Grammar School for Boys

 

WGSB’s Year 7 admissions are coordinated by Kent County Council, the Local Authority (LA). In order to sit the Kent Test at 11+, your son must be registered for the exam through the online portal that’s available on the KCC website.

 

You will also be asked to complete the Secondary Common Application Form (SCAF) and submit it to Kent County Council. The form must state Wilmington Grammar School for Boys as your son’s preferred grammar.

 

Does Wilmington Grammar School for Boys belong to a Consortium?

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys belongs to the Kent 11+ Consortium, a group of schools that use the same entrance exam format and share a very similar admissions process.

 

 

Does Wilmington Grammar School for Boys have a catchment area?

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys has several priority areas. For instance, boys living within a 1.5-mile proximity of the school will be priotised over boys that live within a 3-mile radius of the school.

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys is one of the Kent-based selective schools that use the Kent Test at 11 Plus. This exam consists of two multiple-choice papers, with a separate answer sheet, in the following format:

 

1. An hour-long exam that measures Reasoning abilities. Children will be tested on Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Spatial Reasoning.
2. An hour-long exam that tests English and Maths.
3. A writing task that lasts for 40 minutes, including 10 minutes of preparation time. This task isn’t marked for the purposes of the 11 Plus exam but may be used as evidence for borderline cases and/or in appeals for a school place.

 

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

 

One of the most effective ways for students to prepare for the Wilmington Grammar 11 Plus Kent Test is to work from a study schedule that outlines what topics need to be covered and when. At Exam Papers Plus, we also recommend that parents introduce practice tests into their child’s study routine to improve their exam technique.

 

Practicing with our resources allows students to become familiar with the types of questions they may encounter on the actual assessment. Additionally, taking our tests under timed conditions helps students develop their time management skills and perform well under pressure.

 

Our practice papers play a crucial role in preparing for the Kent 11 Plus exam, leading to enhanced performance and long-term academic success. They are tailored to be age-appropriate and challenging and, as such, they are used by hundreds of thousands of students annually.

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 11 Plus (11+) Exam Pass Marks and Target Scores

 

Following the exam, your child will receive three standardised scores, one for English, one for Mathematics, and one total score including Reasoning. In order to pass the exam, your child’s standardised score must be over 109 and their total score must be 332 or more. [1]

 

Based on historical data, we have found that students who are able to score 75%+ consistently in our 11+ Kent practice tests are on track to pass the Wilmington Grammar School for Boys Test.

 

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

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers

 

We highly recommend the following practice resources for the Kent Test:

 

Pre-11+ Practice Tests

 

➢ The Kent Pre-11+ Practice Tests are designed for Year 4 and 5 students to introduce the exam format and boost their confidence. These tests are less challenging than the Kent 11+ Exam. They offer an accurate yet more straightforward representation of the actual exam, allowing students to familiarise themselves with exam specifics. This approach provides a solid foundation for students to progress to more challenging 11+ Practice Tests.

 

 

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Kent – Full Practice Tests

 

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

 

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Kent – Subject Specific Practice

 

➢ The following 11+ resources provide full preparation for the English section of the Kent Test, maximising your child’s comprehension and writing skills:

 

English

Full Practice Tests

11+ English – Pack 1

11+ English – Pack 2

11+ English – Pack 3

11+ English – Pack 4

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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

Writing

11+ Complete Writing Guide

11+ Writing Prompts

11+ Rewrite & Improve

11+ Spelling – Pack 1

11+ Spelling – Pack 2

 

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➢ The following 11+ resources extensively cover the Mathematics section of the Kent Test, allowing your child to thoroughly prepare for exam day:

 

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

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➢ The following resources will help boost your child’s Non-Verbal and Spatial Reasoning abilities ahead of the Kent Test:

 

Non-Verbal Reasoning

Full Practice Tests

11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning – Pack 1

11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning – Pack 2

11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning – Pack 3

11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning – Pack 4

Skill Specific Practice

11+ Analogies

11+ Classes Like

11+ Classes Unlike

11+ Extended Series

11+ Figure Classification

11+ Figure Matrices

11+ Horizontal Codes

11+ Series

11+ Triangle Matrices

11+ Triangle Series

11+ Star Matrices

11+ Vertical Codes

Masterclasses

11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning Masterclass

 

Spatial Reasoning

Full Practice Tests

11+ Spatial Reasoning- Pack 1

Skill Specific Practice

11+ Block Counting

11+ Combining Shapes

11+ Fold & Punch

11+ Folding Cubes

11+ Hidden Shapes

11+ Shape Completion

11+ Spinning Shapes

11+ Rotation

 

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Our practice tests aim to show what sort of questions were included in Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 11+ past papers. The information provided about Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 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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Frequently Asked Questions About 11+ Entry to Wilmington Grammar School for Boys

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How old is Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB)?

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys was established in 1954.

 

Is Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) an academy?

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys converted to academy status in 2011.

 

When are the Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) Open Days held?

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys hosts Open Evenings and Open Mornings in October, welcoming prospective families on campus for a lively event packed with activities.

 

What are the admissions criteria for Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB)?

 

Wilmington Grammar School for Boys assesses prospective pupils through the standardised Kent Test (PESE), also used by other schools in the Kent Grammar School Consortium. The assessment covers English, Mathematics and Reasoning (Verbal, Non-Verbal and Spatial).

 

How do I register my child for the Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) 11+ test?

 

Parents applying to Wilmington Grammar School for Boys must register their child for the 11+ exam using an online portal, which can be accessed through the Kent County Council website. Residents of Kent also need to state Wilmington Grammar School for Boys as their preferred secondary school on the Secondary Common Application Form (SCAF).

 

Can I apply for 11+ entry to a Kent school other than Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB)?

 

Yes, you can apply for entry to up to four Kent grammar schools by naming them as preferences on the Secondary Common Application Form.

 

What’s the format of the Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) 11+ Exam?

 

All 11+ applicants for entry to Wilmington Grammar School for Boys will be asked to sit the Kent (PESE) Test which tests English comprehension, Reasoning abilities and Mathematics. There will also be a creative writing paper, which isn’t marked for the purposes of the 11 Plus exam but may be used as evidence for borderline cases.

 

Is there Non-Verbal Reasoning in the Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) 11+ Exam?

 

Yes, the Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 11+ entrance exam does test Non-Verbal Reasoning, combining it with Spatial Reasoning questions.

 

Is there any way to prepare for the Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) 11+ entrance examination?

 

One of the best ways to prepare for a challenging entrance exam, such as the Kent Test, is to use practice tests. They will provide your son with the opportunity to become familiar with the format and question types that he will encounter in the actual exam. Our practice papers are used successfully every year by hundreds of thousands of students targeting schools with a competitive entrance exam.

 

Which are the best preparation materials for the Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) 11+ entrance examination?

 

We recommend beginning with a few full practice tests, such as this one. These will act as diagnostics so you can quickly work out which areas your child needs to focus on. You can then select the relevant topic based material listed above to target weaker areas. Please get in touch if you need advice on how to prepare or what to focus on for each section and stage of the exam.

 

Where can I find the best 11+ Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) mock test?

 

Our 11+ Kent Practice Tests replicate the format and style of the actual exam, effectively preparing students for success in this competitive assessment. Each practice test is designed to mimic the full examination experience, covering relevant Maths, English and Reasoning question types. More details are available on this page.

 

What is the pass mark for the Wilmington Grammar School for Boys (WGSB) 11+ Exam?

 

Historical data shows that most schools in the area do not admit applicants who have a standardised score of less than 109 and a total score of less than 332. Exam results from previous years suggest this correlates with a score of roughly 75%+ in our 11+ practice tests.