Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School, Marlow – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School, West Street, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, SL7 2BR
- Number of pupils: 1,150+
- Admissions contact: enquiries@swbgs.com
- Number of places in Year 7: 180
- 11+ exam: Buckinghamshire 11+ selection test (GL Assessment)
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to students within Buckinghamshire)
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See Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School, Marlow’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1624, Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School (SWBGS) is a co-educational selective school with a distinguished heritage of academic excellence. The school provides an outstanding education for students aged 11-18, combining traditional scholarship with innovative teaching methods in a supportive environment.
The curriculum at SWBGS offers:
- A comprehensive range of GCSE and A-Level subjects with particular strengths in STEM, classics and performing arts
- Specialist programs in medicine, engineering and creative arts
- State-of-the-art facilities including science labs, technology suites and performing arts centre
- A thriving Sixth Form with exceptional university progression (including Oxbridge success)
The school achieves consistently outstanding results, with 87% of GCSEs at grade 7-9 and 82% of A-Levels at A*-B in 2023.
Navigating the Application Process for Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School
The admissions process involves:
- Automatic Registration: All Buckinghamshire residents are automatically registered for the 11+
- Open Events: Attend the school’s open morning in June/July of Year 5
- 11+ Exam: All registered students sit the Buckinghamshire 11+ test 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 Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School
The Buckinghamshire 11+ exam consists of:
- Verbal Reasoning (50 minutes): Testing vocabulary, comprehension and logic
- Non-Verbal Reasoning (50 minutes): Assessing spatial awareness and pattern recognition
- Mathematics (50 minutes): Covering the Key Stage 2 curriculum with challenging problem-solving
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Expert Tips for 11+ Exam Preparation
To maximise performance in the competitive Buckinghamshire 11+:
- Develop Advanced Vocabulary: Focus on Latin/Greek roots and complex word formations
- Master Mental Arithmetic: Speed and accuracy are crucial – aim for 30 seconds per question
- Practice Spatial Reasoning: Use 3D puzzles and rotation exercises
- Use Bucks-Specific Resources: Ensure materials match the GL Assessment format
- Simulate Exam Conditions: Complete full mock tests weekly under timed conditions
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