Chatham Grammar 11+ Papers
Past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for Chatham Grammar as well as 11+ test details and school information.
Past 11+ Papers for Chatham Grammar
Unfortunately, Chatham Grammar has not made any of their 11+ past papers publicly available. However, you can use these 11+ practice papers to help your child prepare.
Practice 11+ Papers for Chatham Grammar
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Medway 11+ Ensure you double-check with Chatham Grammar which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.
11+ Practice Papers for Chatham Grammar by Exam Ninja
These Free 11+ Practice Tests by Exam Ninja are extremely useful and we would encourage parents to download and use them with their children.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Chatham Grammar by GL Assessment
These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by GL Assessment themselves. They remain useful and we would encourage parents to download and use them with their children.
| 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 Chatham Grammar by Owl Tutors
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published by Owl Tutors.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Writing | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Chatham Grammar by Bond
These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by Bond.
| 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 Chatham Grammar by CGP
These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by CGP and we thank them for granting us permission to distribute them. They are up to date and extremely useful.
| 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. Grammar schools no longer use CEM for any of their 11+ entrance tests. However, as a general practice tool these tests remain useful.
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEM | Maths | |||
| CEM | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| CEM | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
About Chatham Grammar
Chatham Grammar is a selective secondary school in Medway, Kent. For children to get into Chatham Grammar they need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Hence, Chatham Grammar is a traditional grammar school, one of only 163 remaining in England.
Nestled in the heart of Medway, Kent, Chatham Grammar School for Girls has been a beacon of academic excellence since its inception. With a steadfast commitment to nurturing the minds of young women aged 11-18, the school has garnered a stellar reputation for its consistently impressive GCSE and A-Level results, particularly in the field of English, where it has produced some of the nation's top performers.
At Chatham Grammar, students are presented with a diverse and engaging curriculum that spans a wide array of subjects, from the creative realms of art and design technology to the analytical domains of computer science and geography. This comprehensive approach ensures that every student's unique interests and abilities are catered to, fostering a stimulating learning environment enhanced by interactive, high-quality teaching.
Beyond the classroom, Chatham Grammar takes immense pride in its vibrant extracurricular program, encouraging students to explore and develop their passions. From the melodic strains of the orchestra to the lively debates of the debating society, and from the invigorating activities of the Green Team to the thought-provoking discussions of the Med Society, there is no shortage of opportunities for personal growth and social enrichment. The school's unwavering dedication to its students' holistic development is further exemplified by its enthusiastic participation in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award initiative, which challenges participants to push their boundaries, discover hidden talents, and cultivate both physical and mental resilience.
At the heart of Chatham Grammar lies a profound commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive community, where strong bonds between students and staff are nurtured and celebrated. Within this empowering atmosphere, young women not only acquire academic knowledge but also embark on a transformative journey of personal growth, emerging as confident, well-rounded individuals ready to make their mark on the world.
School Information
Below you will find further information about Chatham Grammar together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Chatham Grammar, Rainham Road, Chatham, Kent ME5 7EH |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.chathamgrammar.org.uk/welcome |
| Telephone | 01634851262 |
| Email Address | admissionscg@universityofkentacademiestrust.org.uk |
| Gender | Girls only |
| Total Year 7 Places | 150 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 945 (927 Girls / 18 Boys) |
| Principal | Ms Wendy Walters |
Chatham Grammar 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 945 pupils attend Chatham Grammar and it's led by the Principal, Ms Wendy Walters.
Chatham Grammar Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Chatham Grammar for the 2022-23 academic year.
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Medway 11+ Information
In order to get into Chatham Grammar, children need to pass the Medway 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
Medway 11+ Subjects & Structure
The Medway 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- English
- Maths
- Reasoning
The Medway Test is an entrance examination for students seeking admission to Chatham Grammar School. This assessment, provided by GL Assessment, evaluates the academic abilities and potential of prospective students across three key areas: English, Maths, and Reasoning.
The English section assesses the candidate's proficiency in reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills. The Maths paper tests the student's understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts, problem-solving abilities, and numerical reasoning. The Reasoning component evaluates the applicant's logical thinking, pattern recognition, and ability to draw conclusions from given information.
Success in the Medway Test is a crucial factor in securing a place at Chatham Grammar School, as it demonstrates the student's readiness to thrive in a challenging academic environment. Thorough preparation and practice are essential for achieving the best possible results in this competitive examination.
Other Schools using Medway 11+
As well as Chatham Grammar, several other schools also use Medway 11+. These are:
- Fort Pitt Grammar School
- Holcombe Grammar School
- Rainham Mark Grammar School
- Sir Joseph Williamson's Mathematical School
- The Rochester Grammar School
Medway 11+ Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Chatham Grammar 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!
Medway 11+ Pass Mark
The pass mark for the Medway 11+ 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 Chatham Grammar, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Medway 11+ Key Dates for your Diary
Here are all the important dates for the Medway 11+ tests (to get into Chatham Grammar) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
|---|---|---|
| 20/05/2024 | 11+ Registration Opens | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 14/06/2024 | 11+ Registration Closes | |
| 17/09/2024 | 11+ Exam Date | |
| 08/10/2024 | 11+ Results Released | |
| 31/10/2024 | Secondary School Application Deadline | |
| 03/03/2025 | School Allocations |
Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Chatham Grammar as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Chatham Grammar
As the Medway 11+ 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!
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Ofsted Information
Chatham Grammar was last inspected by Ofsted on 22/05/2018 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 20/06/2018, declaring that the school was 'Good'. 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 | 22/05/2018 | 1 | 20/06/2018 | Good | Full Report |
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GCSE & A-Level Performance
Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Chatham Grammar 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 | |||||||||
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| U | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | ||
| Art & Design | 9 | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 2 | 3 | 1 | - |
| Art & Design (Textiles) | 10 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Biology | 89 | 2 | - | - | 4 | 11 | 22 | 27 | 12 | 7 | 4 |
| Business Studies:Single | 48 | - | 1 | - | 5 | 6 | 12 | 10 | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Chemistry | 89 | 3 | - | - | 6 | 14 | 24 | 17 | 11 | 10 | 4 |
| English Language | 122 | - | - | - | 4 | 8 | 31 | 37 | 19 | 21 | 2 |
| English Literature | 122 | - | - | - | 2 | 6 | 31 | 29 | 31 | 15 | 8 |
| French | 74 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 27 | 15 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Geography | 51 | - | 1 | - | 3 | 8 | 15 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| German | 17 | - | - | 2 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | - | - |
| History | 76 | - | - | 1 | 3 | 11 | 8 | 15 | 13 | 12 | 13 |
| Mathematics | 122 | - | - | 2 | 5 | 18 | 44 | 28 | 6 | 17 | 2 |
| Music | 8 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | - | - | - |
| Art & Design (Photography) | 26 | - | - | - | - | - | 10 | 11 | 5 | - | - |
| Physics | 89 | 3 | - | - | 3 | 25 | 21 | 15 | 10 | 12 | - |
| Psychology | 57 | - | - | 2 | 4 | 9 | 15 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| Religious Studies | 15 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | 4 | 8 | 2 |
| Sociology | 26 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 7 | 1 |
| Spanish | 33 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 4 | - |
| Drama & Theatre Studies | 12 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | - |
| Physical Education/Sports Studies | 23 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Science: Double Award | 33 | 4 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
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| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Art and Design | 9 | - | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | - | |||
| Biology | 30 | - | 9 | 8 | 3 | 4 | - | 1 | |||
| Chemistry | 14 | - | 5 | 2 | 1 | 3 | - | - | |||
| Economics | 9 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 | - | - | - | |||
| English Literature | 18 | - | 2 | 4 | 6 | 3 | - | - | |||
| Government and Politics | 7 | - | - | 1 | 3 | 3 | - | - | |||
| History | 12 | - | - | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | - | |||
| Mathematics | 13 | - | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | - | 1 | |||
| Media/Film/Tv Studies | 9 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | - | |||
| Psychology | 48 | - | 5 | 9 | 17 | 12 | 3 | 1 | |||
| Sociology | 25 | - | - | 4 | 7 | 11 | 2 | 1 | |||
FAQ
Is Chatham Grammar hard to get into?
Yes, Chatham Grammar 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 Chatham Grammar a private school?
No, Chatham Grammar is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Chatham Grammar free?
Yes, Chatham Grammar is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Chatham Grammar won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Chatham Grammar?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Chatham Grammar 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 Chatham Grammar a girls-only school?
Yes, Chatham Grammar is a girls-only school.
