Bexley Grammar School
Overview:
Bexley Grammar School
Established in 1955, Bexley Grammar School is a co-educational grammar school situated in Welling within the London Borough of Bexley. The school, inaugurated by Sir Edward Heath, a former Member of Parliament, initially held foundation school status and later transitioned to academy status in 2011.
In 2017, the school made a significant shift by introducing the International Baccalaureate (IB) as an alternative to A Levels in the Sixth Form. The student body is divided into six 'houses,' each consisting of approximately 12 staff members.
Known for its ambitious curriculum, Bexley Grammar School maintains a comprehensive approach while encouraging in-depth inquiry. The curriculum is tailored to meet the individual requirements, capabilities, and goals of the students. One of the school's key strengths lies in fostering strong relationships between students and teachers.
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Mixed Grammar
London – Borough of Bexley
While Bexley Grammar School does not have a defined catchment area, it employs oversubscription criteria that prioritize students residing in closer proximity to the school.
Number of places in Year 7:
190
Total number of students:
1481
Competition:
8+ applicants for every place
Bexley Grammar School, Danson Lane, Welling DA16 2BL, UK
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11+ Exam Details:
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The 11+ exam for Bexley Grammar School is comprised of two multiple-choice papers, each with a duration of approximately 50 minutes.
⇒ Test 1: Verbal Skills – Comprehension, Technical English & SPAG, Verbal Reasoning
⇒ Test 2: Mathematics & Non-Verbal Reasoning (with elements of Spatial Reasoning)
The 11+ exam for Bexley Grammar School is comprised of two multiple-choice papers, each with a duration of approximately 50 minutes.
⇒ Test 1: Verbal Skills – Comprehension, Technical English & SPAG, Verbal Reasoning
This test consists of two sections. It starts with a reading passage followed by comprehension questions. Subsequently, there are questions assessing two out of three topics: Spelling, Punctuation, and Sentence Completion. The following Verbal Reasoning section evaluates the child's ability to recognize rules and relationships between words and letters.
⇒ Test 2: Mathematics & Non-Verbal Reasoning (with elements of Spatial Reasoning)
This test also consists of two sections. Section 1 includes Mathematics questions assessing students’ mathematical skills, problem-solving abilities, and logical reasoning. Section 2 is further divided into multiple timed subsections covering Non-Verbal Reasoning (NVR) and Spatial Reasoning. NVR questions assess students’ ability to solve problems using visual and abstract reasoning, while Spatial Reasoning tests spatial awareness, mental rotation, visualization, and problem-solving skills.
Exam Date:
Registration Starts:
Registration Closes:
September 2024
1st September 2023
31st October 2023
Determining whether a child qualifies as selective relies on the standardized test results in the Bexley Selection Test. Nevertheless, if there are disagreements with the decisions, the child's primary school Headteacher has the option to request a review. In these instances, the Bexley 'Headteacher Review Panel' assesses all pertinent information, including the child's test scores, recent school work, and comments from the primary school Headteacher, before reaching a decision.
How to prepare:
We run specialist 11+ online courses focussing on the GL Assessment (English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning & Non-Verbal Reasoning). The sessions are online and highly interactive. Speak to us about how we can help your child.
Mock Exams: Our mock exams are designed to reflect the real exam in complexity and format. Click here to view the mock exam schedule.
Practice Papers: Practice packs designed to help your child master the entire syllabus.