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Dover Grammar School for Boys

Overview:
Dover Grammar School for Boys

A selective secondary school, Dover Grammar School for Boys was founded in 1905 and educates over 700 boys aged 11 to 18, although it does accept girls into its sixth form. In 2010, the school achieved an ‘Outstanding’ rating by Ofsted and has been awarded an International Schools Award due to its close links with other schools around the world.


DGSB provides a high-caliber education through a personalized curriculum that encompasses a multitude of educational opportunities, equipping boys with the academic advantage needed for a successful transition into higher education. Whether delving into IT, art, PSHE, or science, students encounter a diverse array of subjects that cater to individual learning styles, fostering resilience in the face of educational challenges.

Rank:
Type:
County / Area:
Catchment:
>100
Boys Grammar
Kent

Dover Grammar School for Boys does not adhere to a defined catchment area.

Number of places in Year 7:
120
Total number of students:
758
Competition:
3 applicants for every place
Dover Grammar School for Boys, Astor Avenue, Dover CT17 0DQ, UK
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11+ Exam Details:
Exam Board/Format:
Kent 11 Plus:
Paper 1 : Verbal Reasoning, Spatial Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
Paper 2: English and Maths
Paper 3: Creative Writing

Dover Grammar School for Boys employs the Kent 11 Plus exam structure, encompassing assessments in Reasoning, English, and Maths.


This test is utilized to evaluate the suitability of prospective students for admission to the school and is adopted by the majority, though not all, of the 35 wholly selective and 4 partially selective grammar schools in the region.


The exam format is as follows:


Section 1: A one-hour examination gauging students' reasoning abilities. Comprising shorter segments, the test assesses Verbal Reasoning, Spatial Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning.


Section 2: A one-hour examination evaluating proficiency in English and Maths.


Section 3: A 40-minute writing task, including 10 minutes of preparation time. Although the writing task is not scored for the 11 Plus exam, it may serve as supporting evidence in borderline cases.


Exam Date:
Registration Starts:
Registration Closes:
September 2024
June 2024
July 2024

Parents who have registered will receive their Kent Test results via email after 4 pm, providing a breakdown of their child's scores. Additionally, results will be accessible online from 5 pm, allowing parents to log in and review the outcomes.

How to prepare:

We run specialist 11+ online courses focussing on the Kent 11 Plus (PESE) Test (Verbal Reasoning, Spatial Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, English, Maths and Creative Writing) . 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.

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