Aylesbury High School – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Aylesbury High School, Walton Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7SX
- Number of pupils: 1,250+
- Admissions contact: admissions@ahs.bucks.sch.uk
- Number of places in Year 7: 180
- 11+ exam: Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to Buckinghamshire residents)
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See Aylesbury High School’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring Aylesbury High School: A Parent’s Guide
Aylesbury High School (AHS), founded in 1907, is a leading selective grammar school for girls aged 11-18 (with a mixed Sixth Form). Renowned for its outstanding academic results and nurturing environment, AHS consistently ranks among the top state schools in the country, with 92% of GCSE grades at 9-7 in 2023. The school has a strong tradition of excellence in STEM subjects, with particular recognition for its mathematics and science programs.
The curriculum at AHS combines academic rigor with innovative teaching methods. The school offers an exceptional range of subjects including three modern languages, separate sciences, and a thriving creative arts program. AHS’s “Women in Leadership” initiative provides unique opportunities for students to develop confidence and leadership skills through mentoring programs with alumnae in top professions.
Beyond the classroom, AHS boasts outstanding facilities including a state-of-the-art STEM center, performing arts theatre, and sports complex. Students can choose from over 80 clubs and societies, with particular strengths in debating, robotics, and competitive sports teams. The school’s partnership with local universities and businesses provides valuable enrichment opportunities.
Navigating the Application process at Aylesbury High School
- Automatic Registration: Buckinghamshire primary school pupils are automatically registered for the 11+
- Out-of-County Applicants: Must register by mid-June in Year 5
- Test Preparation: Focus on verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and mathematics
- Test Date: Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test in September (Year 6)
- Application Deadline: Submit CAF to your home local authority by October 31st
- Results: Standardised scores released in October
- National Offer Day: March 1st
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The Buckinghamshire 11+ consists of:
- Two 50-minute multiple-choice papers taken on the same day
- Paper 1: Verbal reasoning (including English comprehension)
- Paper 2: Non-verbal reasoning and mathematics
- Standardised scoring system (minimum qualifying score varies annually)
- Exam conditions at designated test centres across Buckinghamshire
- Special arrangements available for students with SEN
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Expert Tips for Secondary Transfer Test Preparation
- Vocabulary Excellence: Read challenging fiction and non-fiction daily
- Non-Verbal Patterns: Practice identifying sequences and rotations
- Maths Fundamentals: Ensure mastery of KS2 curriculum including fractions/percentages
- Timed Practice: Simulate test conditions weekly from Year 5 summer term
- Error Analysis: Maintain a mistake log to identify patterns
- Test Strategy: Learn to eliminate incorrect options systematically
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