Handsworth Grammar School – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Handsworth Grammar School, Grove Lane, Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 9ET
- Number of pupils: 1,000+ (boys aged 11-18, mixed Sixth Form)
- Admissions contact: admissions@ske.uk.net
- Number of places in Year 7: 150
- 11+ exam: Birmingham 11+ Consortium Test
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to Birmingham residents)
Mark Your Calendar
See Handsworth Grammar School’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring Handsworth Grammar School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1862, Handsworth Grammar School (HGS) is a diverse, high-achieving selective school renowned for combining academic excellence with strong community values. In 2023, the school achieved 87% 9-7 grades at GCSE and 82% A*-B at A-level, with students progressing to top universities including Oxford, Cambridge, and Russell Group institutions.
The school offers a multicultural curriculum with specialist programs in global business, modern languages, and STEM subjects. HGS’s “Global Entrepreneurs” initiative provides unique opportunities, supported by outstanding facilities including a £3.5m Business and Languages Centre and partnerships with local industries.
Beyond academics, HGS provides an exceptional extracurricular program including championship-winning debating teams, award-winning music ensembles, and competitive sports academies. The school’s “HGS Passport” challenges students to complete leadership, language, and community projects.
Navigating the Application process at Handsworth Grammar School
- Registration: Apply for Birmingham 11+ test by June 30th of Year 5
- Test Preparation: Focus on verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and mathematics
- Test Date: Birmingham 11+ taken in September of Year 6
- Application Deadline: Submit CAF to Birmingham City 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 Birmingham 11+ consists of:
- Two 50-minute multiple-choice papers taken on the same day
- Paper 1: Verbal reasoning (including comprehension)
- Paper 2: Non-verbal reasoning and mathematics
- Standardised scoring system (minimum qualifying score typically 224+)
- Exam conditions at designated test centres across Birmingham
- Special arrangements available for students with SEN
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