At a Glance
Assessment: GL 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Mixed Boys and Girls
Places per year: 145
Competition: Medium
Introduction
King Edward VI Grammar School is a mixed selective academy in Louth Lincolnshire. King Edward VI Grammar School traces its history all the way back to 1551, and attributes its survival to its ability to adapt to changing times, and listen to everyone in its community. The three core values at the heart of King Edward VI Grammar School are; the Holistic, the Academic, and a commitment to a broad education. The most recent Ofsted report stated that the school is outstanding and that it is a very effective school, however this was in 2011 and so you should be cautious taking this to heart. The headteacher’s beliefs are that “Children, especially able children, should develop a passion for something other than school”.
In 2019 King Edward VI Grammar School performed well academically, with 85% of its students achieving a 5+ in Maths and English at GCSE. King Edward VI Grammar School scored an Attainment 8 score 18 points above the national and local average. They achieved a Progress 8 score of 0.12 which is an average score. These scores have remained relatively consistent from 2017 to 2019. 2020 and 2021 are not used due to Covid 19 cancelling exams.
King Edward VI Grammar School is a selective academy and belongs to the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools, as such it has an entry exam to decide how places are distributed. King Edward VI Grammar School is often oversubscribed, and so doing well in the entry exams matters all the more. That’s where 11 Plus Hero can help, we offer past papers and guidance tailored for these entry exams so as to give your child the best opportunity possible.
King Edward VI Grammar School’s Key Information
Key information regarding the school such as address, nearby parking, and admissions contact information.
School Address
Full Address:
King Edward VI Grammar School, Edward StLouth
Lincolnshire
LN11 9LL
Contact Information
Parking in the school
- There is some parking within the school, there is also on-street parking around the school.
- Car Park: Newmarket, Louth, LN11 9EH, 0.3 miles from the school
- Car Park: Upgate, Louth, LN11 9HF, 0.3 miles from the school
Key Information for King Edward VI Grammar School- Louth
PAN for Year 7 intake (2023)
Total Student Capacity Years 7 to 13 (2022)
Total Students Years 7 to 13 (2022)
Percentage Capacity (2022)
Latest Ofsted Rating (2011)
Selection Test
King Edward VI Grammar School’s Key Dates and Application Information
Here are the key dates for admission to King Edward VI Grammar School, including exam registration dates and exam dates.
Entry Exam Registration Deadline
Entry Exam Date
Entry Exam Date
Entry Exam Results Date
Common Application form (CAF) Deadline
Application Documents for King Edward VI Grammar School- Louth
The following are important links and email addresses that will help with the application process or additional information should you want it.
King Edward VI Grammar Exam Format
King Edward VI Grammar School selects students using both the GL 11 Plus test common and compulsory to most Grammar schools in the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools. There is no catchment area for King Edward VI Grammar School, instead the mark achieved in the exam dictates whether a place will be awarded.
The King Edward VI Grammar School Entry Exam: Overview
The entry exam consists of two papers made by GL. The first paper is on Verbal Reasoning, the second paper is on Non-Verbal Reasoning. Both papers are multiple choice and will have practice questions so as to help the applicants understand how the questioning procedure works. Each paper will be taken on a different date (see key dates).
Paper One
Verbal Reasoning (multiple choice)
Paper Two
Non-Verbal Reasoning (multiple choice)
GL 11 Plus Assessment Criteria
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✖✖ | ✖✖ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✖✖ |
Catchment Area
Entry Exam: Pass Criteria
The pass mark for entry to King Edward VI Grammar School is a standardised score of 220. This is common to all schools in the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools. The standardised score is derived by taking the total score from both tests and adjusting it for factors such as age difference. After applicants with additional eligibility have been placed, the remaining places are awarded based on rank of mark achieved in the entry exam.
Catchment area
King Edward VI Grammar School does not use a catchment area, you can find its free transport area on the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools website in the links above.
Additional eligibilities
Applicants who achieve the entry exam and are eligible for any of the following will be awarded a place at King Edward VI Grammar School.
- “Statement of Special Educational Needs”
- “Education, Health and Care Plan”
- “Looked After Children” and previously “Looked After Children”
King Edward VI Grammar School- Louth FAQs
King Edward VI Grammar School uses a standardised score of 220 as their pass mark. The marks of both papers are added together and then standardised using a statistical model. This accounts for factors such as age difference that may impact performance unfairly.
- King Edward VI Grammar School’s 11 Plus entry exam consists of two GL 11 Plus papers. The first paper is on Verbal Reasoning, the second paper is on Non-Verbal Reasoning, both papers are multiple choice. These exams are 1 hour long, with 15 minutes given to practice questions, and take place on different days. This exam format is shared with most schools in the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools, more information can be found here:
- King Edward VI Grammar School provides familiarisation papers for practice purposes; additional practice papers can be found on the GL website.
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