At a Glance
Assessment: GL 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Mixed Boys and Girls
Places per year: 208
Introduction
Parmiter’s School is a partially selective mixed academy near Watford, Hertfordshire. Founded in 1681 Parmiter’s School has a long history of educating children. Parmiter’s School’s motto is “Nemo sibi nascitur” which means “no one is born unto themselves alone”, this is tied to their belief that a strong community ethos is required for a school to be great. The headteacher claims that the hallmark of Parmiter is the “high quality of relationships between adults and students across the school”. The goal of Parmiter’s School is to create a place where students can have a sense of belonging while they grow and learn. The hope is that students of Parmiter’s School will become the great leaders of tomorrow.
In 2019 Parmiter’s School scored a Progress 8 score of 0.54, which is “Well above average”. Of the students taking their GCSEs in 2019, 83% achieved a 5+ in Maths and English. 74% of the students at Parmiter’s School took the EBacc, the local average was 48%. The average EBacc point score for Parmiter’s School was 6.22, the local average was 4.56. The Attainment 8 score for Parmiter’s School was 65.4, the national average was 46.7, and the local average was 51.1.
We at 11 Plus Hero are here to help you with the 11 Plus application process. We have all of the relevant information regarding the selective nature of the school below, such as the application window and the exam dates. There is also information about the entry exam itself so that you can prepare effectively, on that note we also offer past papers and learning resources that could prove useful.
Parmiter's School’s Key Information
Here is the information for Parmiter’s School such as relevant parking and students intake numbers.
School Address
Full Address:
Parmiter's School, High Elms Lane, GarstonNr. Watford
Hertfordshire
WD25 0UU
Contact Information
Parking in the school
There is parking within the school which we recommend using, should you be unable, here are the nearest car parks.
Additional parking off site
- Car Park: Robin Place Car Park, Watford, WD25 7SN, 0.6 miles from the school.
- Car Park: 1 College Rd, Abbots Langley, WD5 0NX, 1.2 miles from the school.
Additional parking off site
- Car Park: Robin Place Car Park, Watford, WD25 7SN, 0.6 miles from the school.
- Car Park: 1 College Rd, Abbots Langley, WD5 0NX, 1.2 miles from the school.
Key Information for Parmiter’s 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 (2011)
Selection Test
Parmiter's School’s Key Dates and Application Information
Here are the dates related to key events for admission to Parmiter’s School.
Open Morning 9:00-12:00
Entry Exam Registration
Entry Exam Date
Entry Exam Results Date
Common Application form (CAF) Deadline
Application Documents for Parmiter’s School
These links will help with understanding the application process and preparing for the admission exam.
Parmiter's School Exam Format
Parmiter’s School uses the South West Herts School Consortium Test for its 11 Plus admissions test. This test is shared by all of the schools in the South West Herts School Consortium.
The Parmiter's School Entry Exam: Overview
Parmiter’s School’s 11 Plus entry exam consists of two GL Assessment tests. These tests are on Maths and Verbal Reasoning, both are multiple choice and standard papers.
Paper One
Maths
Paper Two
Verbal Reasoning
GL 11 Plus Assessment Criteria
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ✖✖ | ✔✔ | ✔✔ | ✖✖ | ✖✖ |
Pass Mark
There are 52 places available for academic success, these will be awarded in order of merit achieved in the entrance exam.
Pass Mark
There are 52 places available for academic success, these will be awarded in order of merit achieved in the entrance exam.
Catchment Area
Up to 95% of places will be given to applicants living within the following postcodes: WD3 to WD25 inclusive, AL1, AL2, AL3, HP1, HP2, HP3 and HA6.
Additional Eligibility
Applicants who qualify for any of the following will be admitted to the school and do not need to attend the entrance exam.
- “Education, Health and Care Plan”
- “Looked After Children”
- Siblings of children currently attending Parmiter’s School
- Children of staff
- Children who have a social or medical reason to attend Parmiter’s School
Parmiter’s School FAQs
Parmiter’s School does not use a pass mark, instead academic places are awarded based on rank order of marks achieved.
Parmiter’s School uses the South West Herts School Consortium Test for its 11 Plus admissions.
GL Assessment papers can be purchased from the GL Assessment website and other sites such as Amazon.
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