St Olave’s and St Saviour’s Grammar School

St Olave’s and St Saviour’s Grammar School


At a Glance

Assessment: Individual
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Boys Only
Places per year: 124

Introduction

St Olave’s and St Saviour’s Grammar School is a selective school for boys in Orpington, Kent. St Olave’s was founded in 1571 and has been providing boys with quality education ever since. According to the headteacher the main strength of the school is its diversity and richness. At St Olave’s they treat their students as individuals and value pride and loyalty in the school. It is the hope of the school that students who leave them leave as fully fledged individuals that are ready to tackle any of the problems that life may throw their way.

 

St Olave’s Grammar School’s Progress 8 score in 2019 was 0.86, a score that is “Well above average”. 97% of their students took the EBacc, and the average score for EBacc students was 8.18, with the local average being 4.6. 99% of students achieved a 5+ in Maths and English GCSEs. The Attainment 8 score for the school was 83, with the local average being 50.8. 

 

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St Olave's Grammar School’s Key Information

Below is important information such as the student intake numbers and the contact details of the school.

School Address

Full Address:

St. Olave's Grammar School, Goddington Lane
Orpington
Kent
BR6 9SH

Contact Information

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Email Address [email protected]
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Telephone (Main Office) 01689 820101

Parking in the school

There is parking within the school, with a drop-off point, as well as on-street parking nearby.

Additional parking off site

  • Car Park: 93FX+MR, Orpington, 0.8 miles from the school.
  • Car Park: 36 Dryden Way, Orpington, BR6 0TW, 1.2 miles from the school.

Additional parking off site

  • Car Park: 93FX+MR, Orpington, 0.8 miles from the school.
  • Car Park: 36 Dryden Way, Orpington, BR6 0TW, 1.2 miles from the school.

Key Information for St Olave’s and St Saviour’s Grammar School

PAN for Year 7 intake (2023)

124

Total Student Capacity Years 7 to 13 (2022)

838

Total Students Years 7 to 13 (2022)

1090

Percentage Capacity (2022)

130%

Latest Ofsted Rating (2014)

Outstanding

Selection Test

Individual

St Olave's Grammar School’s Key Dates and Application Information

These are the dates that are important to know when applying for St Olave’s and St Saviour’s Grammar School.

Entry Exam Registration

13th June 2022 to 12:00 4th July 2022

Stage One (SET) Entry Exam Date

23rd September 2022

Stage Two Entry Exam Date

11th October 2022

Entry Exam Results Date

Before 31st October 2022

Common Application form (CAF) Deadline

31st October 2022

Application Documents for St Olave’s and St Saviour’s Grammar School

The links for important information such as the admissions policy and the entry exam practice questions.

St Olave's Grammar School Admissions Policy 2023-2024

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Virtual Tour

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Stage 1 Entrance Test (SET) Sample Questions

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Stage 2 Entrance Test Sample Questions

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SET Test Arrangements 2022-2023

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St Olave's Grammar School Exam Format

The 11 Plus entry exam for St Olave’s Grammar School is made up of two stages. Both of which will be used to determine an applicant’s ability and aptitude. The top 450 scorers in the first stage will be invited to take the second stage.

The St Olave's Grammar School Entry Exam: Overview

The SET will last one hour and will be comprised of questions on English, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Maths. The second stage will be comprised on English and Maths questions.
Applicants must bring 2 HB pencils, an eraser, and a clear pencil case. Water bottles must be clear with the label removed.

Stage One

English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning. One hour long.

Stage Two

English and Maths.

GL 11 Plus Assessment Criteria

English Maths Verbal Reasoning Non-Verbal Reasoning Additional

Pass Mark

The top 450 scoring applicants in the stage one test will be invited to take the second stage test. Both tests must be taken in order to be considered for a place. Marks from both tests will be taken and added, places will then be awarded in order of rank.

Pass Mark

The top 450 scoring applicants in the stage one test will be invited to take the second stage test. Both tests must be taken in order to be considered for a place. Marks from both tests will be taken and added, places will then be awarded in order of rank.

Catchment Area

St Olave’s Grammar School does not use a catchment area.

Additional Eligibility

Applicants who achieve the “School’s Admission Standard” and are eligible for the following will be admitted. 

  • “Education, Health and Care Plan”
  • “Looked After Children”
  • “Pupil Premium” – 10 places awarded by rank order.

St Olave’s and St Saviour’s Grammar School FAQs

St Olave’s Grammar School does not use a pass mark, places are awarded by rank order.

  • St Olave’s Grammar School uses a two stage exam format, where applicants must score in the top 450 to be able to move forward to the second stage. Stage one consists of English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning questions. The second stage consists of Maths and English questions. 

St Olave’s Grammar School uses its own exams and so there may not be exam papers that are exactly alike, however they do offer sample questions that can be compared with CEM and GL questions.

Do not let your son take the test. Inform the school immediately, they will arrange for your son to take the test on another day. A doctor’s certificate will be required to confirm the sickness.

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