Grammar Schools
Select one of the schools below to see specific information on the school, the admissions policy, and lots more. We have also provided a detailed comparison for all Grammar schools here.
Birmingham 11-Plus: Important Info
Here is some key information and dates to note when considering applying for your chid’s enrolment into a Birmingham Grammar School. Some information may vary per school, please select a school for specific information.
What is the West Midlands 11+ examination?
The West Midlands 11 plus test is an admissions test utilised by UK grammar schools (public selective secondary schools) to assess a child's academic aptitude and determine if they are suited for a grammar school environment. Children can take this exam in September while they are in Year 6.
The Grammar Schools in Birmingham Foundation consists of eight grammar schools.
What is the West Midlands Grammar Schools partnership?
Starting in 2023, the 11+ testing procedure is jointly conducted by grammar schools in Birmingham, Warwickshire, Shropshire, Walsall, and Wolverhampton. You only need to register once, and your child only needs to take a single test to apply to grammar schools across these regions. The results are shared, and each school applies its own admission policies.
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Compare Birmingham Grammar Schools
These charts compare the entry requirements, national rank, and GCSE/A Level exam results of Grammar schools in Birmingham.
Entry Requirements
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GCSE/A Level Results
This chart shows the average GCSE and A level result achieved by students at each Birmingham Grammar School. (Higher is better)
National Rank
This chart shows the national ranking of Birmingham Grammar Schools based on Sunday Times Parent Power Assessment. (Lower is better)
Closest Grammar Schools to Me
The distance that you live from your preferred Grammar school can be a big factor in securing a place. Enter your postcode on the map below to see which grammar schools are closest to you.
How to Apply to Birmingham Grammar Schools
1: Register for the West Midlands 11-plus
Select the area in which you live below to see which local authority you should use for your application. Exam application open May 2024 and the deadline is 4pm, 30th June 2024.
2: Apply for School Places
Once your child has taken the West Midlands 11-plus exam, you will receive the results in mid-October.
If your child receives a mark of or above, they can put this, and other grammar schools on their local authority application form.
The application form must be submitted by 31st October 2024.
Before listing this school as a preference, you see the admissions criteria here, and compare the school with other grammar schools here.
3: National school offer day
On 1st March 2025 you will receive notification of the school where your child has been admitted. Your highest-ranked school preference that matches their qualifications and has available spots will be the school they are assigned to. In the event that none of your preferred schools have vacancies, an alternative school in your vicinity will be designated..What's on the West Midlands 11-plus Exam in Birmingham?
The exam will take place on the September 2024.
The West Midlands 11 plus test is provided by GL Assessment and consists of two papers, each taking approximately 60 minutes to complete. A brief period is allotted at the start of each paper for students to receive instructions and complete ungraded practice questions.
Each paper is subdivided into separately timed sections that evaluate students’ abilities in:
- English comprehension
- Mathematics
- Verbal reasoning
- Non-verbal reasoning
The test is exclusively in multiple-choice format, with no written portions. Students record their responses in a separate answer booklet that is graded electronically.
The mathematics and English questions examine students’ knowledge of Key Stage 2 national curriculum material, including Year 6 targets. It evaluates their ability to reason and apply their knowledge accurately.
The reasoning questions assess students’ logical and problem-solving abilities. Verbal and non-verbal reasoning are usually not taught in school. They are designed to measure how well students can detect patterns, connect ideas, and manipulate written and visual information.
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