Stratford Girls’ Grammar School

Stratford Girls’ Grammar School


At a Glance

Assessment: GL 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Girls Only
Places per year: 120

Introduction

Stratford Girls’ Grammar School is a selective academy for girls in Shottery, Stratford upon Avon. The school believes that due to being a girls-only school it is better able to break down gender stereotypes, build up their students’ confidence, and remove any disruption or distraction so that their girls may flourish. At Stratford Girls they try to build the best environment to instil resilience and good mental health. Students leave Stratforfd Girls as well rounded, bold, thoughtful members of society capable of forging their path in the world. The school values community spirit, belonging, creativity, and diversity. 

 

In 2019 82% of students at Stratford Girls’ Grammar School were considered to have entered into the EBacc, with those students achieving an average EBacc score of 7.49, the national average is 4.07. For GCSE Maths and English, 98% achieved a 5+, the national average is 43%. The Attainment 8 score was 78.5, which is 32 points above the national average and 29 points above the local average. Finally the Progress 8 score was 0.68, which is “Well above average”. 

 

Details important for the admission process and the entry exam are detailed below. 11 Plus Hero also offers support for the entry exam itself with past papers and other resources so that your girls can have the best chance at getting into the school they deserve.

Stratford Girls’ Grammar School’s Key Information

The key information for Stratford Girls’ Grammar School, such as address, contact info, and parking.

School Address

Full Address:

Stratford Girls' Grammar School, Shottery
Stratford upon Avon
CV37 9HA

Contact Information

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Email Address [email protected]
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Telephone (Main Office) 01926 414143

Parking in the school

There is limited parking within the school as well as nearby on-street parking.

Additional parking off site

  • Car Park: Saba Park Services UK Limited, Stratford-Upon-Avon Station, Western Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6PL, 23 minute walk from the school. 
  • Car Park: Local Parking Security Ltd, Rother House Medical Centre, Alcester Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6PP, 23 minute walk from the school.

Additional parking off site

  • Car Park: Saba Park Services UK Limited, Stratford-Upon-Avon Station, Western Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6PL, 23 minute walk from the school. 
  • Car Park: Local Parking Security Ltd, Rother House Medical Centre, Alcester Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6PP, 23 minute walk from the school.

Key Information for Stratford Girls’ Grammar School

PAN for Year 7 intake (2023)

120

Total Student Capacity Years 7 to 13 (2022)

600

Total Students Years 7 to 13 (2022)

781

Percentage Capacity (2022)

130%

Latest Ofsted Rating (2009)

Outstanding

Selection Test

GL 11 Plus

Stratford Girls’ Grammar School’s Key Dates and Application Information

Here are the dates related to the entry exam, the exam date will be sent to applicants by the school.

Entry Exam Registration

9th May 2022 to 30th June 2022

Entry Exam Date

September 2022

Entry Exam Results Date

17th October 2022

Common Application form (CAF) Deadline

31st October 2022

Application Documents for Stratford Girls’ Grammar School

The following are links to the admissions policy and other documents and websites to help with the admission process.

Stratford Girls’ Grammar School Admissions Policy 2023-2024

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Priority area maps for schools in Warwickshire

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Virtual School Tour

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Familiarisation Materials - GL Assessment

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Stratford Girls’ Grammar School Exam Format

The 11 Plus entry exam for Stratford Girls’ Grammar School consists of 2 GL Assessment papers.

The Stratford Girls’ Grammar School Entry Exam: Overview

The entry exam is made up of 2 GL Assessment papers. These papers will each take 45 minutes to complete and will be divided into smaller, individually timed sections that will contain questions on Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Maths.

2 Papers

45 Minutes Each

Questions on Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Maths

GL 11 Plus Assessment Criteria

English Maths Verbal Reasoning Non-Verbal Reasoning Additional

Pass Mark

Applicants must achieve the Automatic Qualifying Score in order to be offered a place, which will be set after the results have been collected. Those with the highest scores within a category will have the highest priority for place allocation. There is also a Minimum Academic Standard score that will be used should the number of places not be filled by applicants achieving the Automatic Qualifying Score.

Pass Mark

Applicants must achieve the Automatic Qualifying Score in order to be offered a place, which will be set after the results have been collected. Those with the highest scores within a category will have the highest priority for place allocation. There is also a Minimum Academic Standard score that will be used should the number of places not be filled by applicants achieving the Automatic Qualifying Score.

Catchment Area

The catchment area for Stratford Girls’ Grammar School is defined as a circle with a radius of 16.885 miles centred on the Fountain in Rother Street. A map of the catchment area can be found by following the link to the Warwickshire County Council website.

Additional Eligibility

  • “Education, Health and Care Plan” – Applicants who are eligible and achieve the Minimum Academic Standard will be admitted. 
  • “Looked After Children” – Applicants who achieve the Minimum Academic Standard or 20 marks below the Automatic Qualifying Score whichever is lowest will be admitted. 
  • “Pupil Premium” – 19 places will be awarded to those living within the priority area, qualify for pupil premium and achieve the Automatic Qualifying Score.

Stratford Girls’ Grammar School FAQs

The pass mark for Stratford Girls’ Grammar School’s 11 Plus entry exam will not be determined until after the results are collected.

Stratford Girls’ Grammar School’s 11 Plus entry exam consists of 2 GL papers, each 45 minutes long and testing Verbal Reasoning, Maths, and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

Practice papers can be purchased online from shops such as amazon.

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