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St Anselm’s College – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: St Anselm’s College, Manor Hill, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH43 1UQ
- Number of pupils: 800+ (boys aged 11-18, co-ed Sixth Form)
- Admissions contact: info@st-anselms.com
- Number of places in Year 7: 150
- 11+ exam: Wirral 11+ selection test
- Catchment area: Priority given to Catholic pupils in Wirral/Merseyside
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See St. Anselm’s College’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring St Anselm’s College: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1933 by the Christian Brothers, St Anselm’s College is a leading Catholic grammar school renowned for combining academic excellence with strong faith-based values. Consistently ranked among the top performing schools in Merseyside, the college provides an outstanding education for boys aged 11-18, with a co-educational Sixth Form that attracts students from across the Wirral.
The school offers a distinctive curriculum with particular strengths in STEM subjects, humanities and theology. As a designated Teaching School with specialist science status, St Anselm’s boasts exceptional facilities including modern science labs, a theology centre and a sixth form study hub. The school’s unique “Faith & Reason” programme integrates Catholic values across all subject areas.
Beyond academics, the college offers an impressive enrichment programme including championship-winning rugby teams, award-winning choir and orchestra, and extensive leadership opportunities through the Combined Cadet Force. The school’s house system fosters healthy competition and community spirit.
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Navigating the Application Process for St Anselm’s College
- Understand Requirements: Review Wirral 11+ testing process and faith criteria
- Register for Testing: Complete Wirral Council’s registration by June deadline
- Attend Open Morning: Visit in September to experience the school’s ethos
- Prepare Documents: Have baptism certificate and two proofs of address ready
- Submit SIF/CAF: Complete Supplementary Information Form and Local Authority CAF by 31 October
- Test Day: Wirral 11+ administered in September at test centres
- Results: Receive standardised scores in October (national offer day 1 March)
- Appeals: Understand process for considering faith-based admissions
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What to Expect on the Wirral 11+ Test at St Anselm’s College
The Wirral 11+ consists of two CEM (Durham University) papers:
- Verbal Reasoning (50 minutes):
- Comprehension, vocabulary and verbal logic
- Non-Verbal Reasoning (50 minutes):
- Spatial awareness, patterns and sequences
- Format: Mixed question types including standard and multiple-choice
- Scoring: Standardised age-adjusted scores
- Pass Mark: Typically requires top 25% of performers
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Expert Tips for Wirral Test Preparation
- Vocabulary Development: Focus on academic and theological terms
- Spatial Skills: Practice with 3D rotation puzzles
- Timed Practice: Simulate full test conditions weekly
- Error Analysis: Maintain detailed logs of mistake patterns
- Wellbeing: Implement structured prayer/study breaks
- Mock Tests: Complete 5+ full practice tests
- Test Strategy: Learn intelligent guessing techniques
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