Rugby High School for Girls, Rugby – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Rugby High School for Girls, Longrood Road, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV22 7RE
- Number of pupils: 850+
- Admissions contact: rhsadmin@rugbyhighschool.co.uk
- Number of places in Year 7: 120
- 11+ exam: Warwickshire 11+ selection test (GL Assessment)
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to girls within Warwickshire)
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See Rugby High School for Girls’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring Rugby High School for Girls : A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1907, Rugby High School for Girls is a selective grammar school renowned for its academic excellence and nurturing environment. The school provides an outstanding education for girls aged 11-18, combining intellectual challenge with exceptional pastoral care.
The curriculum at Rugby High offers:
- A broad range of GCSE and A-Level subjects with particular strengths in STEM, languages and creative arts
- Specialist programs in medicine, law and computer science
- State-of-the-art facilities including science labs, drama studio and music centre
- A thriving Sixth Form with excellent university progression (including Oxbridge success)
The school achieves consistently strong results, with 86% of GCSEs at grade 7-9 and 81% of A-Levels at A*-B in 2023.
Navigating the Application Process for Rugby High School
The admissions process involves:
- Registration: Submit your interest to the school by May of Year 5
- Open Events: Attend the school’s summer open days in Year 5
- 11+ Registration: Ensure your daughter is registered for the Warwickshire 11+ test by June of Year 5
- Exam Preparation: Begin focused preparation in Year 5
- Test Day: The Warwickshire 11+ exam takes place in September of Year 6
- Application Deadline: Submit your CAF form by October 31st of Year 6
- Results: Scores released in October, with offers made on National Offer Day (March 1st)
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What to Expect on 11+ Exam at Rugby High School
The Warwickshire 11+ exam consists of:
- English Paper (60 minutes): Comprehension, technical English and extended writing
- Mathematics Paper (60 minutes): Problem-solving and application questions
- Verbal Reasoning (50 minutes): Including analogies, logic and word patterns
- Non-Verbal Reasoning (40 minutes): Spatial awareness and pattern recognition
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To maximise performance in the competitive Warwickshire 11+:
- Develop Advanced Vocabulary: Regular reading of challenging texts is essential
- Master Mathematical Problem-Solving: Focus on multi-step word problems
- Improve Speed and Accuracy: Timed practice is crucial
- Use GL-Specific Resources: Ensure materials match the test format
- Simulate Exam Conditions: Complete full practice tests monthly
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