Wirral Grammar School for Boys

Wirral Grammar School for Boys


At a Glance

Assessment: GL 11 Plus
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Boys Only
Places per year: 155

Introduction

Wirral Grammar School for Boys is a selective academy for boys in Bebington, Wirral. At Wirral Grammar School for Boys academic potential is very important, boys are encouraged to achieve the maximum they can. Wirral Grammar School for Boys subscribe to the notion of work hard play hard, with lots of extracurricular activities to support the different desires of different students. Wirral Grammar’s core values can be summarised as; learning, respect, cooperation, courtesy, fairness, tolerance, trust, and kindness. Students at Wirral are encouraged to participate in house competitions and events, enterprises, sports, and other ventures that might broaden their horizons and aid in their development as people.

 

In 2019 Wirral Grammar School for Boys scored an “Above average” score of 0.28 in Progress 8. In regards to GCSE results in 2019, 89% of students achieved a 5+ in English and Maths, and the Attainment 8 score was 66.9, close to 20 points above the national average.

 

The selective nature of Wirral Grammar School for Boys means that entry requires an entry test. The details of this test can be difficult to find and understand, fortunately 11 Plus Hero has all you need here. We also offer additional support for the entry exam itself in the form of past papers and other resources so that you can start preparing and have the best opportunity possible.

Wirral Grammar School for Boys’ Key Information

The key information for Wirral Grammar School for Boys below is regularly updated.

School Address

Full Address:

Wirral Grammar School for Boys, Cross Lane, Bebington
Wirral
Merseyside
CH633AQ

Contact Information

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Admissions and Administration Officer Mrs T Fry
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Email Address [email protected]
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Telephone (Main Office) 0151 644 0908

Parking in the school

There is parking within the school as well as on-street parking close by.

Additional parking off site

Car Park: 2 Barlow Ave, Bebington, Wirral CH63 7LU, 0.8 miles from the school.

Additional parking off site

Car Park: 2 Barlow Ave, Bebington, Wirral CH63 7LU, 0.8 miles from the school.

Key Information for Wirral Grammar School for Boys

PAN for Year 7 intake (2023)

155

Total Student Capacity Years 7 to 13 (2022)

1194

Total Students Years 7 to 13 (2022)

1056

Percentage Capacity (2022)

88%

Latest Ofsted Rating (2009)

Outstanding

Selection Test

GL 11 Plus

Wirral Grammar School for Boys’ Key Dates and Application Information

These are the predicted dates relevant to the entry exam, more precise dates can be acquired from the school.

Entry Exam Registration

May 2022

Entry Exam Date

19th September 2022

Entry Exam Results Date

21st October 2022

Common Application form (CAF) Deadline

31st October 2022

Application Documents for Wirral Grammar School for Boys

The following are links to resources that will help with application for admission to Wirral Grammar School for Boys.

Wirral Grammar School for Boys Admissions Policy 2023-2024

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Admission Portal for Cheshire

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Admission Portal for Wirral

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Familiarisation Materials

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Wirral Grammar School for Boys Exam Format

Wirral Grammar School for Boys uses the Wirral Admissions Test that is common to most grammar schools in Wirral. Gl Assessments is the test provider. Wirral’s Children and Young People Department can be contacted to get Familiarisation material.

The Wirral Grammar School for Boys Entry Exam: Overview

The Wirral Admissions Test is made up of two GL made up of Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Mathematics questions. Both tests will only have multiple choice questions. An hour will be given for each test. 

Two Papers

Each 1 Hour, Each on Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Maths

GL 11 Plus Assessment Criteria

English Maths Verbal Reasoning Non-Verbal Reasoning Additional

Pass Mark

The qualifying score for Wirral Grammar School for Boys is unknown, it is likely a score of 236 as this is common to some schools in Wirral. The results will be standardised to compensate for age differences. 

Pass Mark

The qualifying score for Wirral Grammar School for Boys is unknown, it is likely a score of 236 as this is common to some schools in Wirral. The results will be standardised to compensate for age differences. 

Catchment Area

Priority for places will be given to the applicants living closest to Wirral Grammar School for Boys, measured by straight line.

Additional Eligibility

Applicants who achieve the pass mark and qualify for any of the following will have top priority for places. 

  • “Looked After Children”
  • Siblings of children currently attending Wirral Grammar School for Boys
  • Children with a valid medical or social reason supported by a doctor, social worker or appropriate professional person
  • “Free School Meals” – up to 15 places for children

Wirral Grammar School for Boys FAQs

Wirral Grammar School for Boys does not have an explicit pass mark but it is likely that it shares a pass mark with other grammar schools in Wirral, this common pass mark is 236.

Two GL tests, made up of Maths, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning questions. Each test will take an hour.

Exam papers for Wirral Grammar School for Boys’ 11 Plus entry exam can be obtained from the GL Assessment website.

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