At a Glance
Assessment: GL 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Boys Only
Places per year: 155
Introduction
Wirral Grammar School for Boys is a selective academy for boys in Bebington, Wirral. At Wirral Grammar School for Boys academic potential is very important, boys are encouraged to achieve the maximum they can. Wirral Grammar School for Boys subscribe to the notion of work hard play hard, with lots of extracurricular activities to support the different desires of different students. Wirral Grammar’s core values can be summarised as; learning, respect, cooperation, courtesy, fairness, tolerance, trust, and kindness. Students at Wirral are encouraged to participate in house competitions and events, enterprises, sports, and other ventures that might broaden their horizons and aid in their development as people.
In 2019 Wirral Grammar School for Boys scored an “Above average” score of 0.28 in Progress 8. In regards to GCSE results in 2019, 89% of students achieved a 5+ in English and Maths, and the Attainment 8 score was 66.9, close to 20 points above the national average.
The selective nature of Wirral Grammar School for Boys means that entry requires an entry test. The details of this test can be difficult to find and understand, fortunately 11 Plus Hero has all you need here. We also offer additional support for the entry exam itself in the form of past papers and other resources so that you can start preparing and have the best opportunity possible.
Wirral Grammar School for Boys’ Key Information
The key information for Wirral Grammar School for Boys below is regularly updated.
School Address
Full Address:
Wirral Grammar School for Boys, Cross Lane, BebingtonWirral
Merseyside
CH633AQ
Contact Information
Parking in the school
There is parking within the school as well as on-street parking close by.
Additional parking off site
Car Park: 2 Barlow Ave, Bebington, Wirral CH63 7LU, 0.8 miles from the school.
Additional parking off site
Car Park: 2 Barlow Ave, Bebington, Wirral CH63 7LU, 0.8 miles from the school.
Key Information for Wirral Grammar School for Boys
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 (2009)
Selection Test
Wirral Grammar School for Boys’ Key Dates and Application Information
These are the predicted dates relevant to the entry exam, more precise dates can be acquired from the school.
Entry Exam Registration
Entry Exam Date
Entry Exam Results Date
Common Application form (CAF) Deadline
Application Documents for Wirral Grammar School for Boys
The following are links to resources that will help with application for admission to Wirral Grammar School for Boys.
Wirral Grammar School for Boys Exam Format
Wirral Grammar School for Boys uses the Wirral Admissions Test that is common to most grammar schools in Wirral. Gl Assessments is the test provider. Wirral’s Children and Young People Department can be contacted to get Familiarisation material.
The Wirral Grammar School for Boys Entry Exam: Overview
The Wirral Admissions Test is made up of two GL made up of Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Mathematics questions. Both tests will only have multiple choice questions. An hour will be given for each test.
Two Papers
Each 1 Hour, Each on Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Maths
GL 11 Plus Assessment Criteria
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✖✖ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✖✖ |
Pass Mark
The qualifying score for Wirral Grammar School for Boys is unknown, it is likely a score of 236 as this is common to some schools in Wirral. The results will be standardised to compensate for age differences.
Pass Mark
The qualifying score for Wirral Grammar School for Boys is unknown, it is likely a score of 236 as this is common to some schools in Wirral. The results will be standardised to compensate for age differences.
Catchment Area
Priority for places will be given to the applicants living closest to Wirral Grammar School for Boys, measured by straight line.
Additional Eligibility
Applicants who achieve the pass mark and qualify for any of the following will have top priority for places.
- “Looked After Children”
- Siblings of children currently attending Wirral Grammar School for Boys
- 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
Wirral Grammar School for Boys FAQs
Wirral Grammar School for Boys does not have an explicit pass mark but it is likely that it shares a pass mark with other grammar schools in Wirral, this common pass mark is 236.
Two GL tests, made up of Maths, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning questions. Each test will take an hour.
Exam papers for Wirral Grammar School for Boys’ 11 Plus entry exam can be obtained from the GL Assessment website.
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