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 contact: admissions@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
Mark Your Calendar
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
- Understand Requirements: Review Barnet 11+ testing process and faith criteria
- Register for Testing: Complete Barnet Council’s registration by June deadline
- Attend Open Evening: 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: Barnet 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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The Barnet 11+ consists of two GL Assessment papers:
- Verbal Reasoning (50 minutes):
- Advanced comprehension and vocabulary testing
- 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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- Vocabulary Development: Focus on academic and theological terms
- Spatial Skills: Practice with 3D rotation puzzles
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- Wellbeing: Implement structured prayer/study breaks
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