The King’s School, Grantham – 11+ Parent’s Guide
Essential Details
- Address: The King’s School, Brook Street, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6RP
- Number of pupils: 900+
- Admissions contact: admin@kings.lincs.sch.uk
- Number of places in Year 7: 120
- 11+ exam: Lincolnshire 11+ selection test (CEM)
- Catchment area: Yes (priority given to students within Lincolnshire)
Mark Your Calendar
See The King’s School, Grantham’s website for latest information and key dates.
Exploring The King’s School: A Parent’s Guide
Founded in 1329, The King’s School is one of England’s oldest state grammar schools with a distinguished heritage. This co-educational selective school provides an outstanding education for students aged 11-18, combining historic tradition with modern teaching excellence.
The curriculum at The King’s School offers:
- A broad range of GCSE and A-Level subjects with particular strengths in STEM, humanities and creative arts
- Specialist programs in classics, engineering and performing arts
- Historic campus with modern facilities including science labs and drama studio
- A thriving Sixth Form with excellent university progression
The school achieves consistently strong results, with 83% of GCSEs at grade 7-9 and 78% of A-Levels at A*-B in 2023.
Navigating the Application Process for The King’s School
The admissions process involves:
- Registration: Submit your interest to the school by May of Year 5
- Open Events: Attend the school’s summer open days in Year 5
- 11+ Registration: Ensure your child is registered for the Lincolnshire 11+ test by June of Year 5
- Exam Preparation: Begin focused preparation in Year 5
- Test Day: The Lincolnshire 11+ exam 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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The Lincolnshire 11+ exam (CEM format) consists of:
- Verbal Ability (45 minutes): Comprehension, vocabulary and verbal reasoning
- Numerical Reasoning (45 minutes): Mathematical problem-solving and application
- Non-Verbal Reasoning (45 minutes): Spatial awareness and pattern recognition
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To maximise performance in the competitive Lincolnshire 11+:
- Develop Reading Comprehension Skills: Practice with challenging texts
- Master Mental Arithmetic: Speed and accuracy are crucial
- Improve Spatial Reasoning: Use puzzle books and online resources
- Use CEM-Specific Resources: Ensure materials match the test format
- Simulate Exam Conditions: Complete full practice tests regularly
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