Colyton Grammar School- 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Colyton Grammar School, Whitwell Lane, Colyford, Devon, EX24 6HN
- Number of pupils: 950+ (co-educational)
- Admissions contact: admin@colytongrammar.com
- Number of places in Year 7: 120
- 11+ exam: Devon 11+ Selection Test
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to Devon residents)
Mark Your Calendar
See Colyton Grammar School’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring Colyton Grammar School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1546, Colyton Grammar School is one of England’s oldest state grammar schools, renowned for combining historic tradition with outstanding academic results. In 2023, the school achieved 91% 9-7 grades at GCSE and 85% A*-B at A-level, with students progressing to top universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and Ivy League institutions.
The school offers a distinctive curriculum with specialist rural science and environmental programs alongside strong provision in STEM, humanities, and creative arts. Colyton’s “West Country Scholars” initiative provides enhanced opportunities for high-ability students, supported by outstanding facilities including a £3.2m science and technology centre.
Beyond academics, Colyton provides an exceptional extracurricular program including national championship-winning STEM teams, award-winning performing arts productions, and competitive sports academies. The school’s unique “Colyton Challenge” encourages students to complete leadership, creative, and environmental projects.
Navigating the Application process at Colyton Grammar School
- Registration: Apply for Devon 11+ test by June 30th of Year 5
- Test Preparation: Focus on verbal reasoning and mathematics
- Test Date: Devon 11+ taken in September of Year 6
- Application Deadline: Submit CAF to Devon 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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What to Expect on Colyton Grammar School
The Devon 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 Devon
- Special arrangements available for students with SEN
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- Environmental Contexts: Apply learning to rural settings
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