St. Michael’s Catholic Grammar School – 11+ Parent’s Guide

St. Michael’s Catholic Grammar School – 11+ Parent’s Guide

Essential Details

  • Address: St. Michael’s Catholic Grammar School, Nether Street, North Finchley, London, N12 7NJ
  • Number of pupils: 900+ (girls aged 11-18, co-ed Sixth Form)
  • Admissions contactadmissions@st-michaels.barnet.sch.uk
  • Number of places in Year 7: 120
  • 11+ exam: Barnet 11+ selection test
  • Catchment area: Priority given to Catholic pupils in North London

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See St. Michael’s Catholic Grammar School’s website for latest information and key dates.

Exploring St. Michael’s Catholic Grammar School: A Parent’s Guide

Founded in 1908 by the Sisters of the Poor Child Jesus, St. Michael’s is a top-performing Catholic grammar school consistently ranked among London’s best state schools. This outstanding girls’ school (with co-ed Sixth Form) combines academic excellence with a strong faith ethos, achieving exceptional results while nurturing students’ spiritual development.

The school offers a challenging curriculum with particular strengths in STEM subjects, humanities and theology. As a National Teaching School with specialist science status, St. Michael’s boasts exceptional facilities including advanced science labs, a theology centre and a dedicated sixth form study hub. The school’s unique “Faith & Reason” programme integrates Catholic values across all subject areas.

Beyond academics, the school offers an impressive enrichment programme including championship-winning debating teams, award-winning choir and orchestra, and extensive leadership opportunities. The school’s house system fosters healthy competition and community spirit.

Navigating the Application Process for St. Michael’s

  1. Understand Requirements: Review Barnet 11+ testing process and faith criteria
  2. Register for Testing: Complete Barnet Council’s registration by June deadline
  3. Attend Open Evening: Visit in September to experience the school’s ethos
  4. Prepare Documents: Have baptism certificate and two proofs of address ready
  5. Submit SIF/CAF: Complete Supplementary Information Form and Local Authority CAF by 31 October
  6. Test Day: Barnet 11+ administered in September at test centres
  7. Results: Receive standardised scores in October (national offer day 1 March)
  8. Appeals: Understand process for considering faith-based admissions
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What to Expect on the Barnet 11+ Test at St. Michael’s

The Barnet 11+ consists of two GL Assessment papers:

  1. Verbal Reasoning (50 minutes):
    • Advanced comprehension and vocabulary testing
  2. Non-Verbal Reasoning (50 minutes):
    • Spatial awareness and pattern recognition
  • Format: Multiple-choice with separate answer sheets
  • Scoring: Standardised age-adjusted scores (total possible 280)
  • Pass Mark: Typically requires 220+ combined score

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