At a Glance
Assessment: GL 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Girls Only
Places per year: 168
Introduction
Newstead Wood School is a selective academy for girls in Orpington, Kent. The motto of Newstead Wood School is “Fortitudine Crescamus” which means “may we grow in strength”, symbolising the schools primary aim of the individual growth of each student. Newstead is a diverse and inclusive school thanks to its wide catchment area. Ofsted did an inspection in 2022 and reported that pupils were thriving, that they were happy, safe and nurtured. The pupils exhibited great behaviour and treated each other and the staff with the respect that is deserved.
In 2019 pupils of Newstead Wood School achieved an Attainment 8 score of 80.2, the local average was 50.8. 99% of pupils achieved a 5+ in their Maths and English GCSEs. The Progress 8 score for the school was 0.82, which is “Well above average”.
Newstead Wood School is a heavily oversubscribed school, this paired with a wide catchment area means that the school is very competitive. Due to this competitiveness the marks required in the entry exam are very high. In order to get the best marks you can, you need to practise. We at 11 Plus Hero offer past papers and other resources that can help you have the best chance possible at getting a place.
Newstead Wood School’s Key Information
In information such as who to contact and how, the available parking, and information about capacity.
School Address
Full Address:
Newstead Wood School, Avebury RoadOrpington
Kent
BR6 9SA
Contact Information
Parking in the school
There is parking within the school as well as on-street parking nearby.
Additional parking off site
- Car Park: Orpington, BR6 8QE, 0.7 miles from the school.
- Car Park: 11 Lancing Rd, Orpington, BR6 0QS, 1.3 miles from the school.
Additional parking off site
- Car Park: Orpington, BR6 8QE, 0.7 miles from the school.
- Car Park: 11 Lancing Rd, Orpington, BR6 0QS, 1.3 miles from the school.
Key Information for Newstead Wood 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 (2022)
Selection Test
Newstead Wood School’s Key Dates and Application Information
Here are the dates for the entry exam registration and exam date.
Open Day
Entry Exam Registration Deadline
Entry Exam Date
Entry Exam Results Date
Common Application form (CAF) Deadline
Application Documents for Newstead Wood School
These links will help you find lots of helpful information regarding Newstead Wood School.
Newstead Wood School Admissions Policy 2023-2024
View PDFNewstead Wood School Year 7 Transition Pack
View PDFNewstead Wood School Prospectus
View PDFNewstead Wood School Online Registration Form
View PDFSchool Tour Information and Booking
View PDFFamiliarisation Tests Sessions Booking
View PDFFamiliarisation Materials - GL Assessment
View PDFThe 11 Plus entry exam for Newstead Wood School is made up of GL Assessment papers.
The entry exam involves tests on Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning from GL Assessment.
Paper One
Verbal Reasoning
Paper Two
Non-Verbal Reasoning
GL 11 Plus Assessment Criteria
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✖✖ | ✖✖ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✖✖ |
Pass Mark
The pass mark required to be considered for entry is a mark of 210. Places will be given based on rank order of marks achieved.
Pass Mark
The pass mark required to be considered for entry is a mark of 210. Places will be given based on rank order of marks achieved.
Catchment Area
Newstead Wood School’s catchment area is defined as a 9 mile radius around the school. The school’s postcode is used to determine distance. Due to the school’s heavy oversubscription places have never been given to applicants outside of the catchment area.
Additional Eligibility
Applicants who are eligible for any of the below and achieve the pass mark will be accepted.
- “Education, Health and Care Plan”
- “Looked After Children” – Applicants who are eligible for “Looked After Children” will be sent 10 hours of familiarisation materials for free. Applicants will be accepted if they are eligible and achieve the pass mark
- “Pupil Premium ” – Applicants who are eligible for Pupil Premium will be sent 10 hours of familiarisation materials for free. Applicants must also reside within the catchment area to be accepted.
Newstead Wood School FAQs
The pass mark is a mark of 210.
The 11 Plus entry exam for Newstead Wood School consists of tests on Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning from GL Assessment.
GL Assessment papers can be purchased from many stores online.
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