At a Glance
Assessment: CEM 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Mixed Boys and Girls
Places per year: 180
Introduction
Heckmondwike Grammar School is a co-educational grammar school and sixth form college managed by Kirklees Council. In 2010, the school gained academy status and the latest Ofsted report in 2022 rated the school’s overall effectiveness as Good with Outstanding behaviour and attitudes. Heckmondwike is proud of its strong reputation in the local area for consistent exam results and engaging extra-curricular activities. The Headteacher, staff, pupils and governors work together to uphold the school motto ‘Nil Sine Labore’ meaning ‘nothing without work’, encouraging a positive academic environment where performance reaches the highest standard possible.
The school boasts strong performance in GCSEs; in 2019, three out of four grades were awarded at grade 7 or above with over a third of these students achieving grade 9. An impressive 79% of students secured five or more GCSEs at grade 9-7 and 63% of Year 11 students gained eight or more GCSEs at the same grade. In total, 78 students were recorded as achieving ten or more 9-7 grades.
At 11 Plus Hero, we understand that successfully making an application and finding the right information to effectively prepare for grammar school selective testing can be a daunting and time-consuming prospect. The exam papers will test a variety of core, deductive and reasoning skills with content that may be unfamiliar to your child at the start of Year 5. Understanding if the school is the right choice for you and knowing how best to prepare for the CEM papers is why we are here! You will find a plethora of important information across our website about individual Grammar Schools, application deadlines and familiarisation papers designed to inform you and your child of the entire process so that they can feel confident in their exam preparation.
Heckmondwike Grammar School Key Information
In this section, you will find key information, contacts and school statistics for Heckmondwike, regularly updated by 11 Plus Hero.
School Address
Full Address:
Heckmondwike Grammar SchoolHigh Street
Heckmondwike
West Yorkshire
WF16 0AH
Contact Information
Parking in the school
Parking can be found on the school premises.
Additional parking off site
There is nearby street parking and a number of car parks within a 10-minute walk.
Kaye Street, Kirklees, WF16 0JN. Open Mon-Sun, All day, 28 spaces.
Albion Street East, Albion Street, Kirklees, WF16 9LQ. Open Mon-Sun, All day, 12 spaces.
Additional parking off site
There is nearby street parking and a number of car parks within a 10-minute walk.
Kaye Street, Kirklees, WF16 0JN. Open Mon-Sun, All day, 28 spaces.
Albion Street East, Albion Street, Kirklees, WF16 9LQ. Open Mon-Sun, All day, 12 spaces.
Key Information for Heckmondwike 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 (2022)
Selection Test
Key Events for Admission to Heckmondwike Grammar School
It can be tricky to track all of the numerous dates and deadlines for admission to Heckmondwike Grammar School, so 11 Plus Hero is here to help guide you through.
Applications open for Secondary School intake 2023
Open Evening 1
Open Evening 2
Closing date for exam registration
Closing date for submitting documentary proof of evidence for SEND or Pupil Premium.
Exam Date
Test Results Date
Common Application Form (CAF) Deadline
National Offer Day
Closing date for notification of admission appeal
Application Documents for Heckmondwike Grammar School
Follow these links to access school-specific and essential information including the catchment area map and local authority application page.
Heckmondwike Grammar School Exam Format
Heckmondwike Grammar School’s exam is set by the Centre for Evaluation & Monitoring (CEM) exam board. To enter your child for this exam, you must register them on the Local Authority website before the closing date and complete a Supplementary Information Form located on the school’s website.
The Heckmondwike CEM 11 Plus test has a strong focus on reasoning ability, therefore it is important to prepare effectively in these areas. 11 Plus Hero is here to help with advice and resources available to put your child in good stead for achieving success.
The CEM Test: Overview
The CEM papers were developed by the Centre for Education and Monitoring at the University of Durham and are now produced by Cambridge University Press. CEM is one of the most popular 11 plus exam boards opposite GL, though the question types and formats are recognised as more unexpected than the papers prepared by the latter.
In the Familiarisation Guide produced by CEM, the questions fall under four categories: Comprehension, Maths, Pictures (Non-Verbal Reasoning) and Word Choice. The test booklets are accompanied by multiple choice answer sheets.
The Heckmondwike Grammar Test - CEM 11 Plus Assessment Criteria
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Pass Mark
The results from each paper will be standardised and age-weighted for all candidates to produce a total standardised age score which sets the required standard.
Pass Mark
The results from each paper will be standardised and age-weighted for all candidates to produce a total standardised age score which sets the required standard.
Catchment Area
There is a catchment area map for Heckmondwike Grammar School.
Additional Eligibility
Over subscription criteria
There are regularly more candidates who achieve the required standard than there are available places. When the school is oversubscribed, the following are applied in order:
- Candidates meeting the standard who are or have been in public care.
- Candidates meeting the standard who are eligible for the Pupil Premium.
- Candidates meeting the standard who live in the catchment area.
- Candidates meeting the standard with siblings on roll when the child is admitted.
- Candidates meeting the standard who have a parent employed by the school.
- Candidates who have a proven high level in Music.
Heckmondwike Grammar School FAQs
Heckmondwike is selective and admission is based on the results achieved in your child’s CEM entrance test. More details can be found in the current admissions policy.
Priority will be given if your child has passed a nationally recognised music exam at a minimum of grade 2 by the date of the entrance exam. You will need to provide this information on the entrance exam registration form.
If your child is unable to sit the exam, you must take them to the GP, obtain a medical note and provide this to the school at the earliest opportunity. Your child may be able to sit the exam on an alternative date.
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