Carre’s Grammar School- 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Carre’s Grammar School, Northgate, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 7DD
- Number of pupils: 800+ (boys aged 11-18, mixed Sixth Form)
- Admissions contact: enquiries@carres.uk
- Number of places in Year 7: 120
- 11+ exam: Lincolnshire 11+ Selection Test
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to Lincolnshire residents)
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See Carre’s Grammar School’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring Carre’s Grammar School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1604, Carre’s Grammar School is one of Lincolnshire’s most historic and high-achieving selective schools. In 2023, the school celebrated 86% 9-7 grades at GCSE and 81% A*-B at A-level, with students progressing to top universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and Russell Group institutions.
The school offers a rigorous academic curriculum with particular strengths in STEM subjects, modern languages, and economics. Carre’s innovative “Excellence in Boys’ Education” program focuses on developing independent learning skills, while its £3m science and technology centre provides cutting-edge facilities. The school maintains strong partnerships with local industries and universities.
Beyond academics, Carre’s provides an exceptional extracurricular program including championship-winning rugby teams, award-winning Combined Cadet Force, and thriving STEM clubs. The school’s unique “Carre’s Passport” challenges students to complete leadership, creative, and community projects.
Navigating the Application process at Carre’s Grammar School
- Registration: Apply for Lincolnshire 11+ test by July 15th of Year 5
- Test Preparation: Focus on verbal reasoning and mathematics
- Test Date: Lincolnshire 11+ taken in September of Year 6
- Application Deadline: Submit CAF to Lincolnshire County Council by October 31st
- Results: Standardised scores released in October
- National Offer Day: March 1st
- Appeals Process: For candidates scoring within the review range
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The Lincolnshire 11+ consists of:
- Two 50-minute papers taken on the same day
- Paper 1: Verbal reasoning (including comprehension)
- Paper 2: Mathematics
- Standardised scoring system (minimum qualifying score typically 220+)
- Exam conditions at designated test centres across Lincolnshire
- Special arrangements available for students with SEN
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