At a Glance
Assessment: GL 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Boys Only
Places per year: 210
Introduction
Calday Grange Grammar School is a selective school for boys in Birkenhead, Wirral, that dates back to 1636. According to the headteacher Mr Stephen Gray; tradition and history underpin everything at Calday but they aim to give a modern education, not just that but ‘more than an education’. Mutual respect is built into everything at Calday. In 2019 Ofstead reported that students feel safe, have good behaviour, are motivated, are respectful, and can work without distraction. While there was little reported bullying, students lack faith in the staff to soundly resolve cases of bullying. The teaching is good, with students being appropriately challenged, and the information being taught is revisited so as to make sure that pupils remember the important details.
Calday Grange Grammar School scored an above average score in the Progress 8 with a score of 0.24 in 2019. 91% of students at Calday Grange Grammar School achieved a 5+ in English and Maths at GCSE. The Attainment 8 score achieved by Calday Grange Grammar School was 19 points above the national average and 21 points above the local average.
As a selective school Calday Grange Grammar School uses an entry exam. 11 Plus entry exams often have different rules and different requirements, fortunately we’ve gathered all the details for Calday Grange Grammar School’ 11 Plus entry exam here for you. We at 11 Plus Hero also offer additional support in the form of past papers to help your child achieve the pass mark and so get a place at whichever school you want.
Calday Grange Grammar School’s Key Information
The key information regarding Calday Grange Grammar School such as admission number, where to park, and contact information.
School Address
Full Address:
Calday Grange Grammar School, Grammar School Ln, Newton, West Kirby, BirkenheadWirral
Merseyside
CH48 8GG
Contact Information
Parking in the school
There is parking within the school. On-street parking can be found nearby.
Additional parking off site
Unfortunately there are no car parks within 30 minutes.
Additional parking off site
Unfortunately there are no car parks within 30 minutes.
Key Information for Calday Grange Grammar School
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 (2019)
Selection Test
Calday Grange Grammar School’s Key Dates and Application Information
Here are the key dates involved in application and the entry exam for 11 Plus admission to Calday Grange Grammar School.
Entry Exam Registration Deadline
Entry Exam Date
Entry Exam Results Date
Common Application form (CAF) Deadline
Application Documents for Calday Grange Grammar School
These are links for admission policy, familiarisation, and Wirral County Council.
Calday Grange Grammar School Exam Format
Calday Grange Grammar School uses the Wirral Admissions Test that is common to most grammar schools in Wirral. The test is provided by Gl Assessments. Familiarisation material can be obtained from Wirral’s Children and Young People Department.
The Calday Grange Grammar School Entry Exam: Overview
The Wirral Admissions Test consists of two GL tests containing questions testing Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Mathematics. Both tests will have exclusively multiple choice questions. Each test will take an hour.
Two papers
Verbal, Non-Verbal, and Maths questions
1 hour for each paper
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✖✖ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✖✖ |
Pass Mark
There is a qualifying score that all applicants must pass in order to be considered for a place at Calday Grange Grammar School. However, the actual score that is required is unknown. The results will be standardised to compensate for age differences.
Pass Mark
There is a qualifying score that all applicants must pass in order to be considered for a place at Calday Grange Grammar School. However, the actual score that is required is unknown. The results will be standardised to compensate for age differences.
Catchment Area
Priority will be given to those that live within the shortest walking distance from the school.
Additional Eligibility
- “Looked After Children”
- Siblings of children currently attending Calday Grange Grammar School
- Children with a valid medical or social reason supported by a doctor, social worker or appropriate professional person
- “Free School Meals” – up to 15 places for children
Calday Grange Grammar School FAQs
There is no pass mark stated by Calday Grange Grammar School, however the pass mark that is used by most Grammar schools in Wirral is a standardised score of 236.
Calday Grange Grammar School uses the Wirral Admissions Test that is common to most grammar schools in Wirral. The Wirral Admissions Test uses GL tests, applicants will take two tests, each test will have questions on Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Mathematics.
- Familiarisation materials can be found on the GL website and additional papers can be purchased there.
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