Maidstone Grammar School – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Maidstone Grammar School, Barton Road, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 7BT
- Number of pupils: 1,300+
- Admissions contact: school@mgs.kent.sch.uk
- Number of places in Year 7: 180
- 11+ exam: Kent Test (11+ selection test)
- Catchment area: Priority given to boys living within defined catchment (including postcodes ME14-ME20, ME6, ME17, ME18, TN8, TN12, TN15, TN27)
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Exploring Maidstone Grammar School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1549, Maidstone Grammar School (MGS) is one of England’s oldest state schools and consistently ranks among Kent’s top-performing selective schools. The school combines historic tradition with modern innovation, achieving 89% 9-7 grades at GCSE in 2023 and exceptional A-level results.
The curriculum features:
- Specialist STEM provision with dedicated engineering pathway
- Outstanding classics department (Latin and Greek)
- Comprehensive creative arts program
- Unique “MGS Scholar” enrichment program
Notable aspects:
- State-of-the-art science and technology block
- National championship-winning rugby and cricket teams
- Partnership with Oxford and Cambridge colleges
- 98% university progression rate (including 25% to Oxbridge in 2023)
Navigating the Application process for Maidstone Grammar School
- Kent Test Registration: Apply via KCC website by June (Year 5)
- Open Events: Attend July Open Evening and September Taster Day
- Testing: Sit Kent Test in September (Year 6)
- Supplementary Form: Submit MGS music scholarship application (optional) by October
- CAF Submission: Rank MGS on Kent application by 31 October
- Results: Receive Kent Test scores in October
- Allocation: National Offer Day (1 March)
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- Format: Three 1-hour papers:
- English & Verbal Reasoning
- Mathematics
- Non-Verbal & Spatial Reasoning
- Question Types:
- Multiple choice with separate answer sheets
- Extended writing task in English paper
- Scoring System:
- Total standardised score out of 423
- Minimum qualifying score typically 350+
- Catchment priority within score bands
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- Kent Test Focus Areas:
- Advanced comprehension skills
- Mathematical problem-solving under time pressure
- Complex 3D spatial reasoning
- Effective Preparation:
- Timed practice with official Kent papers
- Vocabulary expansion program
- Regular mental arithmetic drills
- Catchment Verification:
- Check postcode eligibility early
- Have proof of address documents ready
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