Sir Roger Manwood’s School, Sandwich – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Sir Roger Manwood’s School, Manwood Road, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 9JX
- Number of pupils: 950+
- Admissions contact: info@srms.kent.sch.uk
- Number of places in Year 7: 150
- 11+ exam: Kent Test (GL Assessment)
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to students within Kent)
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Exploring Sir Roger Manwood’s School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1563, Sir Roger Manwood’s School is one of England’s oldest grammar schools with a distinguished history of academic excellence. This co-educational selective school provides an outstanding education for students aged 11-18, combining traditional values with innovative teaching approaches.
The curriculum at Sir Roger Manwood’s offers:
- A broad range of GCSE and A-Level subjects with particular strengths in classics, STEM and creative arts
- Specialist programs in medicine, law and archaeology
- Historic campus with modern facilities including science labs and performing arts centre
- A thriving Sixth Form with excellent university progression
The school achieves consistently strong results, with 82% of GCSEs at grade 7-9 and 76% of A-Levels at A*-B in 2023.
Navigating the Application Process for Sir Roger Manwood’s School
The admissions process involves:
- Registration: Submit your interest to the school by June of Year 5
- Open Events: Attend the school’s summer open days in Year 5
- Kent Test Registration: Ensure your child is registered for the Kent Test by June of Year 6
- Exam Preparation: Begin focused preparation in Year 5
- Test Day: The Kent Test 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 Kent Test at Sir Roger Manwood’s School
The Kent Test consists of:
- English Paper (60 minutes): Comprehension, technical English and extended writing
- Mathematics Paper (60 minutes): Problem-solving and application questions
- Verbal Reasoning (60 minutes): Including analogies, logic and word patterns
- Non-Verbal Reasoning (30 minutes): Spatial awareness and pattern recognition
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To maximise performance in the competitive Kent Test:
- Develop Reading Comprehension Skills: Practice with challenging literary texts
- Master Mathematical Problem-Solving: Focus on multi-step word problems
- Improve Spatial Reasoning: Use 3D puzzles and visualization exercises
- Use Kent-Specific Resources: Ensure materials match the test format
- Simulate Exam Conditions: Complete full practice tests under timed conditions
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