Dr Challoner’s Grammar School – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Dr Challoner’s Grammar School, Chesham Road, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP6 5HA
- Number of pupils: 1,300+ (boys aged 11-18, mixed Sixth Form)
- Admissions contact: admin@challoners.org
- Number of places in Year 7: 180
- 11+ exam: Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to Buckinghamshire residents)
Mark Your Calendar
See Dr Challoner’s Grammar School’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring Dr Challoner’s Grammar School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1624, Dr Challoner’s Grammar School (DCGS) is one of England’s most prestigious state grammar schools, consistently ranked among the country’s top academic performers. In 2023, the school achieved 93% 9-7 grades at GCSE and 87% A*-B at A-level, with 28 Oxbridge offers and exceptional Russell Group university progression.
The school offers a distinctive curriculum with specialist programs in artificial intelligence, biomedical sciences, and economics. DCGS’s “Challoner’s Scholars” initiative provides accelerated learning pathways, supported by outstanding facilities including a £5m Innovation Centre with robotics labs and biotechnology suites. The school maintains strong partnerships with leading universities and tech companies.
Beyond academics, DCGS provides an unparalleled extracurricular program including national championship-winning chess and debating teams, award-winning music ensembles, and competitive sports academies. The school’s “DCGS Diploma” complements academic studies with challenges in leadership, research, and entrepreneurship.
Navigating the Application process at Dr Challoner’s 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
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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 advanced 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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