Langley Grammar School
Overview:
Langley Grammar School
Langley Grammar School, situated in Slough, Berkshire, is a co-educational grammar school that attained academy status in 2011. Established in 1956, the school boasts a rich history and currently educates over 1,000 students aged 11-18.
As an innovative institution, Langley Grammar is dedicated to providing students with a robust academic foundation and the essential skills for success in the contemporary world. Alongside a challenging academic curriculum, the school offers a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including clubs such as philosophy, robotics, and chess, enabling students to explore their interests and talents to the fullest.
The school's ethos revolves around instilling confidence in students to pursue their passions with integrity and self-respect, fostering respect towards others. The school community emphasizes personal responsibility, creating a culture of achievement aligned with the motto "Sapientia Domine" (Lord, grant me wisdom).
The students' achievements in their exams are remarkable, with recent results showing 64% of grades ranging from 9-7, A* or A. This success reflects the students' dedication to academic excellence and serves as a cornerstone of a dynamic learning environment that nurtures both academic and personal growth, empowering the cohort to flourish in their educational journey.
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Catchment:
54
Co-Education
Berkshire
Langley Grammar School establishes a priority area determined by location and distance from the school, identified through specific postcodes:
➢ Inner area: SL3 7, SL3 8, SL3 9, SL3 0
➢ Outer area: SL0, SL1, SL2, SL3 (excluding the Inner area), SL4, TW18, TW19, TW20, UB3, UB4, UB7, UB8, UB10.
Number of places in Year 7:
150
Total number of students:
1045
Competition:
5+ applicants for every place
Langley Grammar School, Reddington Drive, Langley, Slough SL3 7QS, UK
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11+ Exam Details:
Exam Board/Format:
Paper 1 : English & Verbal Reasoning
Paper 2 : Maths & Non-Verbal Reasoning
The 11 Plus examination at Langley Grammar School comprises two papers, crafted by GL Assessment, encompassing the following subject areas:
English
Verbal Reasoning
Mathematics
Non-Verbal Reasoning (including Spatial Reasoning)
The English Comprehension paper evaluates comprehension skills, emphasizing inference, and does not include a writing component.
The Verbal Reasoning section of the exam assesses logical thinking, proficiency in the English language, and vocabulary usage.
The Mathematics paper gauges problem-solving abilities and arithmetic skills, encompassing questions related to number, measurement, geometry, algebra, and statistics.
Additionally, the examination includes sections on Non-Verbal Reasoning and Spatial Reasoning, both designed to test logical reasoning and intelligence.
Exam Date:
Registration Starts:
Registration Closes:
September 2023
2nd May 2023
12th June 2023
Parents can access their child's 11+ exam result by logging into the portal at https://slough.applicaa.com using the email and password they provided during the registration process. To view the result, they can click on the 'update' option under the test results icon.
Children who achieved a score of 111 or higher in the test are eligible for consideration for a place at any of the Slough Consortium grammar schools listed on their Common Application Form.
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.