Upton Hall School

Upton Hall School


At a Glance

Assessment: Individual
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Girls Only
Places per year: 156

Introduction

Upton Hall School FCJ is a selective, girls only, Roman Catholic grammar school in Upton, Wirral. At Upton Hall School academic excellence is valued highly, as is the aspirations of making the world a better place. The school believes that through the grace of God and working by his designs, each student will grow and develop into the person they are meant to be. Students are encouraged to be confident and generous in using their talents in service of the community. Upton Hall School’s core values are; Excellence, Companionship, Dignity, Justice, Hope, and Gentleness.

 

Upton Hall School FCJ scored very well in Progress 8 in 2019, with a score of 0.78 which is “well above average”. 91% of students achieved a 5+ in English and Maths in their GCSEs at Upton Hall School. Upton Hall School’s Attainment 8 score was 16 points above the national average.

 

The admission process for Upton Hall School FCJ involves an entry exam, the details of this exam can be difficult to find and understand. Fortunately we have obtained and collated these details as well as many others for Upton Hall School. We at 11 Plus Hero also offer other services such as past papers to help prepare your child for the entry exam, so that they have the best chance possible of getting into the school they want.

Upton Hall School’s Key Information

Here is some information about Upton Hall School such as contact details, parking availability, and planned student intake for 11 Plus.

School Address

Full Address:

Upton Hall School, FCJ, Upton
Wirral
Merseyside
CH49 6LJ

Contact Information

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Email Address [email protected]
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Telephone (Main Office) 0151 677 7696

Parking in the school

There is some parking within the school, however it is limited. There is also on-street parking nearby.

Additional parking off site

  • Car Park: Euro Car Parks Limited, Upton Retail Park, Upton By-Pass, Wirral, CH49 6QG, which is a 20 minute walk from the school. 
  • Car Park: Wirral Council, Arrowe Country Park, Arrowe Brook Road, Wirral, CH49 1SX, which is a 40 minute walk from the school.

Additional parking off site

  • Car Park: Euro Car Parks Limited, Upton Retail Park, Upton By-Pass, Wirral, CH49 6QG, which is a 20 minute walk from the school. 
  • Car Park: Wirral Council, Arrowe Country Park, Arrowe Brook Road, Wirral, CH49 1SX, which is a 40 minute walk from the school.

Key Information for Upton Hall School

PAN for Year 7 intake (2023)

156

Total Student Capacity Years 7 to 13 (2022)

1000

Total Students Years 7 to 13 (2022)

991

Percentage Capacity (2022)

99%

Latest Ofsted Rating (2006)

Outstanding

Selection Test

11 Plus NFER

Upton Hall School’s Key Dates and Application Information

Here are the key events that need to be known for successful application to Upton Hall School.

Open Day

17:30-20:00 23rd June 2022 17:30-20:00 15th September 2022

Entry Exam Registration Deadline

11th July 2022

Entry Exam Date

17th September 2022

Entry Exam Date for exceptional circumstances

21st September 2022

Entry Exam Results Date

14th October 2022

Common Application form (CAF) Deadline

31st October 2022

Application Documents for Upton Hall School

The following are links to the admissions policy and application form for Upton Hall School.

Upton Hall School Admissions Policy 2023-2024

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Upton Hall School 11 Plus application form

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Upton Hall School Exam Format

The entry exam for Upton Hall School uses tests from the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER). Upton Hall School is a Roman Catholic school and so admission priority is given to Roman Catholics children.

The Upton Hall School Entry Exam: Overview

Upton Hall School uses an entry exam, consisting of two closed NFER tests. Both tests will be taken on the same morning, both tests will be Verbal Reasoning tests, each will take 50 minutes to complete and there will be a refreshment break in between them.

Test 1

Verbal Reasoning, 50 minutes

Test 2

Verbal Reasoning, 50 minutes

NFER 11 Plus Assessment Criteria

English Maths Verbal Reasoning Non-Verbal Reasoning Additional

Pass Mark

The pass mark for Upton Hall School is a total of 236. This mark will be adjusted to account for age differences. In the event of oversubscription within any of the additional criteria, places will be awarded to those who achieve a higher mark in the entry exam.

Pass Mark

The pass mark for Upton Hall School is a total of 236. This mark will be adjusted to account for age differences. In the event of oversubscription within any of the additional criteria, places will be awarded to those who achieve a higher mark in the entry exam.

Catchment Area

Upton Hall School does not use a catchment area.

Additional Eligibility

  • Girls who have been baptised as Roman Catholic will be given priority to those who have not.
  • “Looked After Children” will have priority
  • As such the top priority is Looked After Roman Catholic girls, then Roman Catholic girls, then Looked After non-Catholic girls, then non-Catholic girls. 

The additional exam on the 21st September 2022 will also cater for pupils with special educational needs or disability. 

Upton Hall School FAQs

Upton Hall School’s 11 plus pass mark is 236. The test score will be added together and adjusted for age difference.

The 11 Plus entry exam for Upton Hall School is provided by the National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER). The entry exam is made up of two tests, taken on the same morning, each will take 50 minutes. Both exams are Verbal Reasoning exams.

If you missed the entry exam due to sickness or then apply to the admissions office no later than 29th July 2022 with a doctor’s note. You will then be able to sit the exam on the 21st September 2022.

NFER tests can be purchased from the NFER website

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