Beaconsfield High School 11+
Crucial 11+ info, past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for Beaconsfield High School.
How to get into Beaconsfield High School
Beaconsfield High School is a selective secondary school in Buckinghamshire. To get into Beaconsfield High School children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into Beaconsfield High School with all the important information you need to know.
Admission Requirements
Children born between 1st September 2013 and 31st August 2014 are eligible for Year 7 entry in September 2025 (see key dates). The school offers 180 places annually [1].
Families must take the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) to be eligible for admission . Students need to achieve a score of at least 121 to qualify for any Buckinghamshire grammar school .
Beaconsfield High School is exclusively for girls aged 11-18 . For specific contact information, families should refer to the school information section.
Application Process
Applications are managed by Buckinghamshire Council rather than the school directly . Families must submit their secondary school application by 31st October 2025 (see key dates) .
Children attending Buckinghamshire primary schools are automatically registered for the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) . Families living outside Buckinghamshire must register separately for the test .
Registration for the 2025 exam opens on Friday 2nd May 2025 and closes on Friday 13th June 2025 (see key dates) . Test results are released on Friday 10th October 2025 (see key dates) .
- Complete the Common Application Form through the local authority
- Register for the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) if outside Buckinghamshire
- Submit applications by 31st October 2025 (see key dates)
- For detailed guidance, contact the school information section
Examination Information
The Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) consists of two papers, each approximately 60 minutes long . The test evaluates verbal, non-verbal and mathematical skills .
A practice test takes place on Tuesday 9th September 2025 (see key dates), followed by the main test on Thursday 11th September 2025 (see key dates) . Children at Buckinghamshire schools take the test during school hours .
Scores are age-standardised to ensure fairness across different birth dates . The qualifying score of 121 determines grammar school eligibility .
- Test format: Two papers testing verbal, mathematical and non-verbal reasoning
- Duration: Approximately 60 minutes per paper
- Qualifying score: 121 or above for grammar school eligibility
- Practice test: Available two days before the main examination
Admission Criteria and Priority
Beaconsfield High School uses specific admission criteria when allocating places . Highest priority goes to children in public care and those receiving free school meals .
Next priority is given to qualified students living in the school's catchment area who have sisters in Years 7-11 at admission time . Then places go to qualified students within catchment, ranked by distance from school .
The catchment area includes Beaconsfield, Hazlemere, Gerrards Cross, Iver Heath and areas around Flackwell Heath and Burnham . In recent years, some students from outside the catchment area have been admitted .
- First priority: Children in public care and free school meals recipients
- Second priority: Catchment area students with sisters at the school
- Third priority: Qualified catchment area students by distance
- Fourth priority: Out-of-catchment students with sisters at school
- Final priority: Remaining places allocated by distance from school
Preparation Guidance
Effective preparation should begin well before the examination date using a "little and often" approach . Child psychologists recommend study sessions of 20-30 minutes for children aged 10-11 .
Building a solid knowledge base before the test is essential . The test is designed to be challenging, requiring consistent preparation over several months .
For free preparation resources, families should visit practice papers section. Those seeking additional support can explore tutoring options.
- Start preparation 12-18 months before the examination
- Use short, regular study sessions rather than lengthy cramming
- Focus on building fundamental skills across all test areas
- Access familiarisation materials from Buckinghamshire Council
- Consider both free resources and professional tutoring
Practical Advice
Families should attend the school's open events to experience the school environment firsthand . These events typically occur during September and October .
Remember that achieving the qualifying score does not guarantee admission to Beaconsfield High School specifically . Many grammar schools become oversubscribed with qualified candidates .
Consider alternative Buckinghamshire grammar schools as backup options. Distance from school significantly impacts admission chances, particularly for families living outside the catchment area.
Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Information
In order to get into Beaconsfield High School, children need to pass the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT). This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Subjects & Structure
The Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- English Comprehension
- Technical English
- Verbal Reasoning
- Key Stage 2 Maths
- Non-Verbal Reasoning
- Spatial Reasoning
The Secondary Transfer Test is a crucial assessment for students seeking admission to Beaconsfield High School. This exam, provided by GL Assessment, evaluates a range of skills across two distinct one-hour papers.
The first paper focuses on verbal abilities, assessing proficiency in English comprehension, technical English, and verbal reasoning. These skills are essential for understanding complex texts, interpreting information, and drawing logical conclusions.
The second paper concentrates on mathematical and non-verbal skills. It covers Key Stage 2 maths, non-verbal reasoning, and spatial reasoning. These areas test a student's aptitude for problem-solving, pattern recognition, and understanding relationships between shapes and figures. Success in this exam demonstrates a well-rounded academic foundation and the potential to thrive in the challenging educational environment offered by Beaconsfield High School.
Other Schools using Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT)
As well as Beaconsfield High School, several other schools also use Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT). These are:
- Aylesbury Grammar School
- Aylesbury High School
- Burnham Grammar School
- Chesham Grammar School
- Dr Challoner's Grammar School
- Dr Challoner's High School
- John Hampden Grammar School
- Royal Latin School
- Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School
- Sir William Borlase's Grammar School
- The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe
- Wycombe High School
Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Beaconsfield High School is that only children with particularly high marks are admitted. Hence why it is important that children perform well in their 11+ papers.
Different schools (and different 11+ tests) have different marking processes. Some tests are marked in person, some remotely, while others utilise computer-based optical recognition technologies for quickly marking multiple-choice answer sheets.
Many 11+ tests are age-standardised to ensure younger children are not disadvantaged (i.e. their marks may be moderated depending on the month in which they were born). While creative writing papers can be used as tie-breakers, multiple-choice tests in Maths, Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning normally make up the bulk of a child's marks. The specific details and weightings can vary from year to year.
It's worth remembering that once children's 11+ tests are being marked, the admissions process is completely outside of the parents' control. Hence, parents should not worry themselves about whether their child has got a place!
Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Pass Mark
The pass mark for the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) changes every year and isn't generally made public knowledge. This is due to the academic strength of the children taking the test varying and how challenging the test ends up being (as well as plenty of other smaller variables).
Hence, as a vague rule-of-thumb, it's recommended that children aim for roughly 75-80% in their practice tests. Whilst this won't guarantee them a place at Beaconsfield High School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the Beaconsfield High School 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into Beaconsfield High School) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2025 | Registration Opens For The Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 13/06/2025 | Registration Closes For The Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test | |
| 09/09/2025 | Buckinghamshire Practice Test | |
| 11/09/2025 | Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test | |
| Early October | Parents Receive Results From The Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test | |
| Late October | Secondary School Common Application Deadline | |
| 02/03/2026 | National School Offers Day |
Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Beaconsfield High School as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Beaconsfield High School
As the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) entrance process is particularly gruelling, we would highly recommend using an 11+ private tutor.
Why use a private 11+ tutor?
Personal tutors have the experience and expertise to help children pass their 11+ exams. They know the requirements of the GL Assessment 11+ tests inside-out and can provide tailored support to give children the best possible chance of success. It's also important to bear in mind that plenty of other children will be using private tutors too.
11+ tutors don't need to be face-to-face, plenty of children use online 11+ tutors.
11+ tutors can also provide regular progress reports and feedback, helping parents to monitor their child's progress and make any necessary adjustments to their preparation.
Most importantly, using an 11+ tutor helps ensure that the preparation work gets done!
Private 11+ Tutors for the Beaconsfield High School 11+ Tests
We have a range of private tutors who specialise in preparing children for the Beaconsfield High School 11+ entrance tests. Please click here to be put in touch with a range of excellent 11+ private tutors from our friends at exams.courses.
11+ Past Papers for Beaconsfield High School
Unfortunately, Beaconsfield High School has not made any of their 11+ past papers publicly available. However, you can use However, you can use 11+ practice papers from other exam boards (such as GL Assessment, CEM and CSSE) to help your child prepare.
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Ensure you double-check with Beaconsfield High School which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.
This is just a sample of our extensive collection of 11+ practice papers. Please click here to see the full collection.
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by Bond
These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by Bond and cover and cover all the main 11+ subjects: English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. As such they are very helpful for children hoping to pass the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) to get into Beaconsfield High School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | ||
| GL Assessment | Mixed |
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by GL Assessment
These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by GL Assessment themselves. As with the Bond papers, they cover all the main 11+ subjects: English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. They remain useful and we encourage parents to download and use them with their children to help them get into Beaconsfield High School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | |||
| GL Assessment | Maths | |||
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Mixed |
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by Exam Ninja
These Free 11+ Practice Tests by Exam Ninja are extremely useful. They are straight-forward 10-question tests in Maths and English, following the same GL Assessment style (and multiple-choice format) as the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT).
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by Owl Tutors
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published by Owl Tutors. These too are written in a GL Assessment style and make useful practice for children hoping to get into Beaconsfield High School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Writing | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by CGP
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published by CGP and we thank them for granting us permission to distribute them. As with the Bond, GL Assessment and Exam Ninja papers, they're written for the GL Assessment style, in multiple-choice format and are helpful for children hoping to pass their 11+ tests and get into Beaconsfield High School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | |||
| GL Assessment | English | |||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
These Free CEM 11+ Practice Papers were published by CGP and we thank them for granting us permission to distribute them. If Beaconsfield High School ever used them then they don't anymore as grammar schools no longer use CEM for any of their 11+ entrance tests. However, as a general practice tool these 11+ tests remain useful.
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEM | Maths | |||
| CEM | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| CEM | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by 11+ For You
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by "11+ For You".
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by Examberry
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by "Examberry".
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by Independent Junction
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by Independent Junction.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by IPS
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by IPS (Internet Primary School Ltd).
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Maths |
11+ Practice Papers for Beaconsfield High School by Schofield & Sims
These 11+ practice papers were published by Schofield & Sims, a large UK educational publisher.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths |
School Information
Below you will find further information about Beaconsfield High School together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Beaconsfield High School, Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire HP9 1RR |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.beaconsfieldhigh.bucks.sch.uk/ |
| Telephone | 01494673043 |
| Email Address | enquiries@beaconsfieldhigh.bucks.sch.uk |
| Gender | Girls only |
| Total Year 7 Places | 180 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 1270 (1270 Girls / 0 Boys) |
| Headteacher | Mr Thomas Griffiths & Mrs Joanna Holdsworth (Mater |
Beaconsfield High School is a girls only school. It is also an academy, meaning the school is run independently by a trust or sponsor and is directly funded by the central government (not the local authority).
In total 1,270 pupils attend Beaconsfield High School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mr Thomas Griffiths & Mrs Joanna Holdsworth (Mater.
Beaconsfield High School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
Beaconsfield High School was last inspected by Ofsted on 11/12/2019 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 14/01/2020, declaring that the school was 'Outstanding'. This information is summarised in the table below along with a link to the full report.
Last Ofsted Report Data
| Date Inspected | Inspection Duration (Days) | Reporting Date | Rating | Full Report | 11/12/2019 | 1 | 14/01/2020 | Outstanding | Full Report |
|---|
Ofsted Report Summary
Beaconsfield High School was inspected by Ofsted on 11 December 2019 and received an Outstanding rating in all areas. The school demonstrated exceptional quality of education, with students consistently achieving high standards across the curriculum.
The inspection also highlighted the school's outstanding behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and sixth form provision. Students displayed exemplary conduct, actively engaged in their learning, and benefited from a wide range of opportunities for personal growth and development.
The leadership and management of Beaconsfield High School were deemed outstanding, with the school's leaders and staff working together effectively to create a positive learning environment and maintain the highest standards of education for all students.
GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Beaconsfield High School for the 2022-23 academic year.
| GCSE Subjects Offered |
|
|---|---|
| A-Level Subjects Offered |
|
GCSE & A-Level Performance
Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Beaconsfield High School per subject. Note that this may include children taking GCSEs early (e.g. taking a language GCSE in Year 10) or indeed a child in Year 12 retaking a GCSE.
GCSE Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | ||
| Art & Design | 25 | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 7 |
| Art & Design (Graphics) | 41 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 12 | 12 | 4 | 6 | 5 |
| Biology | 180 | - | - | - | - | 5 | 9 | 33 | 29 | 60 | 44 |
| Business Studies:Single | 70 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 6 | 19 | 19 | 21 |
| Chemistry | 181 | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 17 | 27 | 32 | 52 | 46 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 45 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 12 | 14 | 8 |
| Dance | 14 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 5 | 2 |
| English Language | 182 | - | - | - | 2 | - | 6 | 24 | 47 | 54 | 48 |
| English Literature | 179 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 5 | 27 | 45 | 46 | 55 |
| D&T Food Technology | 32 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 7 | 12 | 11 |
| French | 73 | - | - | - | 7 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 16 | 8 | 9 |
| Geography | 44 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 7 | 13 | 23 |
| History | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 6 | 10 | 21 | 31 |
| Latin | 18 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 3 | 13 |
| Mathematics | 182 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 9 | 22 | 55 | 50 | 43 |
| Music | 23 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| Physics | 180 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 18 | 28 | 34 | 54 | 41 |
| Religious Studies | 79 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 6 | 15 | 26 | 29 |
| Spanish | 98 | - | - | - | - | 10 | 15 | 14 | 28 | 22 | 9 |
| Drama & Theatre Studies | 43 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 3 | 14 | 21 |
| Physical Education/Sports Studies | 27 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 1 | 9 | 12 |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Art and Design | 7 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | 3 | |||
| Art and Design (Graphics) | 10 | - | - | - | 3 | 3 | - | 4 | |||
| Biology | 62 | - | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | 25 | 11 | |||
| Business Studies:Single | 16 | - | - | 2 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 3 | |||
| Chemistry | 66 | - | 3 | 7 | 5 | 25 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Classical Civilisation | 9 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | |||
| Computer Studies / Computing | 8 | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | 3 | 1 | |||
| Drama and Theatre Studies | 6 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Economics | 16 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 6 | 8 | - | |||
| English Literature | 43 | - | - | 1 | 6 | 17 | 11 | 8 | |||
| Geography | 16 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 8 | 4 | 2 | |||
| Government and Politics | 19 | - | 1 | - | 1 | 4 | 9 | 4 | |||
| History | 40 | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | 23 | 13 | |||
| Mathematics | 79 | - | 1 | 4 | 11 | 19 | 27 | 16 | |||
| Mathematics (Further) | 7 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 3 | |||
| Media/Film/Tv Studies | 9 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 3 | 2 | |||
| Physical Education / Sports Studies | 7 | - | 1 | - | 1 | 4 | 1 | - | |||
| Physics | 24 | - | - | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4 | |||
| Psychology | 69 | - | - | 2 | 4 | 18 | 25 | 20 | |||
| Religious Studies | 15 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 5 | |||
| Sociology | 21 | - | - | 1 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 3 | |||
| Spanish | 8 | - | - | - | - | 7 | - | 1 | |||
FAQ
Is Beaconsfield High School hard to get into?
Yes, Beaconsfield High School is hard to get into! Children need to pass their challenging 11+ entrance test (with a high pass mark) and there's tough competition with many other children trying to get a place for Year 7.
Is Beaconsfield High School a private school?
No, Beaconsfield High School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Beaconsfield High School free?
Yes, Beaconsfield High School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Beaconsfield High School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Beaconsfield High School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Beaconsfield High School for how up to date information on how to apply (it may be automatic or it may require some forms to be filled in). More information on their 11+ entrance test can be found here.
Is Beaconsfield High School a girls-only school?
Yes, Beaconsfield High School is a girls-only school.
