Burnham Grammar School – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Burnham Grammar School, Hogfair Lane, Burnham, Buckinghamshire, SL1 7HG
- Number of pupils: 950+ (co-educational)
- Admissions contact: info@burnhamgrammar.org.uk
- Number of places in Year 7: 150
- 11+ exam: Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to Buckinghamshire residents)
Mark Your Calendar
See Burnham Grammar School’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring Burnham Grammar School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1969, Burnham Grammar School (BGS) is a high-achieving selective school known for its inclusive ethos and academic excellence. In 2023, the school achieved 87% 9-7 grades at GCSE and 79% A*-B at A-level, with students progressing to top universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and Russell Group institutions.
The school offers an innovative curriculum with particular strengths in STEM subjects, creative arts, and modern languages. BGS’s unique “Aspire” program provides enhanced opportunities for gifted students, while its comprehensive pastoral system ensures all pupils receive individual support. The school’s £3m science and technology centre features cutting-edge laboratories and design workshops.
Beyond academics, BGS provides an exceptional extracurricular program including national championship-winning robotics teams, award-winning drama productions, and competitive sports academies. The school’s “BGS Passport” encourages students to develop leadership skills through community projects and international partnerships.
Navigating the Application process at Burnham Grammar School
- Automatic Registration: Buckinghamshire primary 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 11+ taken in September (Year 6)
- Application Deadline: Submit CAF to home local authority by October 31st
- Results: Standardised scores released in October
- National Offer Day: March 1st
Help your child succeed in 11+ Exam
Complete 11+ Practice Books Set – 50 Books for Maths, English, Reasoning
Original price was: £69.99.£39.99Current price is: £39.99.
Kids Pink Reward Chart
Original price was: £1.50.£0.99Current price is: £0.99.
11+ Verbal Reasoning (VR)
Original price was: £12.99.£4.99Current price is: £4.99.
What to Expect on Secondary Transfer Test at Burnham Grammar School
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
Tailored Preparation for Success
Want to give your child a roadmap to success in the Secondary Transfer Test? You can with Learoni. We provide everything you need to prepare in one comprehensive package. Forget about hiring a tutor to secure a spot at your top-choice grammar school. With Learoni, you’ll receive a tailored plan for your child and ongoing support throughout their enjoyable revision journey.
Expert Tips for Secondary Transfer Test Preparation
- Vocabulary Excellence: Read quality literature and newspapers daily
- Non-Verbal Patterns: Master sequence recognition and spatial reasoning
- Maths Fundamentals: Ensure complete understanding of KS2 curriculum
- Timed Practice: Complete full papers under exam conditions weekly
- Error Analysis: Maintain detailed records of mistakes
- Test Strategy: Develop smart guessing techniques for multiple-choice
Why Choose Us
One-off Payment
No subscriptions, no hidden charges
Comprehensive
Cover all 11+ topics in great depth
Practice Books
100's of questions to cover all topics
Full Course
English, Maths, Verbal & non-verbal reasoning
