King Edward VI Grammar School 11+
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How to get into King Edward VI Grammar School
King Edward VI Grammar School is a selective secondary school in Lincolnshire. To get into King Edward VI Grammar School children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into King Edward VI Grammar 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 2026 (see key dates). Children must pass the 11-plus examination to attend the school [1].
King Edward VI Grammar School welcomes applications from children living in the local community of Louth and its surrounding villages, from Market Rasen, and North East Lincolnshire. The catchment area is the school's free bus travel zone, determined by Lincolnshire County Council. This covers the area of Wolds, East of Louth and North to Holton le Clay.
Applicants must meet the required standard in the admissions exam to be allocated a place. The exam aims to identify the top 25% of children (based on ability) living in the area. Students should achieve a standardised score of 220 in both Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning papers in order to be considered for a place.
- Looked after or previously looked after children receive priority
- Siblings of children who will still be attending King Edward VI when the child is due to start
- Twins who have both passed the test for the same year of entry
- Eligible children in year 6 who live within the traditional catchment area or are attending one of the named primary schools
- If any criteria have too many applicants then the tie-break will be by straight line distance from home to school
Application Process
Registration for the 2025 exam opens on Friday 10th January 2025 and closes on Monday 31st March 2025 (see key dates). Families can register their child for the test via the website of any of the participating schools.
To register, families must download and complete a registration form from the school's website in the first instance. Parents living in Lincolnshire should also complete a Common Application Form (CAF) directly via the LA website. Failure to do so will mean children will not be considered for a grammar school place in Lincolnshire.
The application form must be submitted to the home local council by 31st October 2025 (see key dates). Test results will be sent to families by mid-October 2025, informing them if their child has met the qualifying standard to be eligible for a place.
- Register for the test via any participating school's website
- Download and complete the registration form from the school's website
- Complete the Common Application Form (CAF) via the Local Authority website
- Use test results to decide which schools to name on the secondary school common application form
- School allocations are announced in March 2026 on National Offers Day
- For specific contact information, see the school information section
Exam Information
King Edward VI Grammar School uses the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools 11 plus. There are 15 grammar schools in the Consortium and they share the same entrance test. This means children will only need to take the test once, even if applying to more than one school in the Consortium.
The 11 plus exam is taken over two dates. The first paper will take place on Saturday 13th September and the second paper will take place a week later on Saturday 20th September (see key dates). The test consists of two multiple-choice papers that test children's Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning skills. The Non-Verbal Reasoning test also assesses Spatial Reasoning.
Verbal reasoning: this paper consists of 80 questions split across 15 sections. The paper has a time limit of 50 minutes. Non-verbal and spatial reasoning: this paper consists of 70 questions split across 5 sections. Each section is timed individually by the invigilator.
- All questions in the Lincolnshire 11+ are multiple-choice
- Grammar schools in Lincolnshire use GL Assessment as their exam provider
- The exam uses an age-standardised score to ensure all applicants are fairly assessed
- Passing the test does not guarantee a place offer - it simply means children have surpassed the required threshold
Preparation Guidance
Pupils who are able to score 80%+ consistently in practice tests should be on track to pass the 11 Plus. This has historically been a fairly strong indicator that children should do well in the Lincolnshire 11+ exam.
Families should begin preparation well in advance using a little and often approach. The school considers that the two familiarisation tests they provide are sufficient preparation for the tests. However, familiarisation papers are available to purchase from various outlets or free to download from the GL Assessment website.
For comprehensive preparation resources, families can access practice 11-plus papers specifically designed for the Lincolnshire 11+ format. Additional tutoring support can be found through our 11-plus tutor recommendations.
- Start preparation at least 12 months before the exam date
- Complete the school's familiarisation tests as a starting point
- Practice with GL Assessment format papers specifically
- Focus on both verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning skills
- Use timed practice to build exam confidence
- Consider accessing free preparation resources from GL Assessment website
- Contact the school directly for detailed preparation guidance
Practical Advice
Families will receive their child's results on Friday 10th October 2025 (see key dates). In March 2026, families will find out which school their child has been allocated a place at. They will be allocated a place at their highest-preferred school for which they meet the entry criteria and which has places available. If no places are available at preferred schools, they will be offered a place at another school in their area.
On exam day, children should arrive well-rested and prepared. Practice tests in the GL Assessment format used by Lincolnshire Grammar Schools will prove very useful for children preparing for the Lincolnshire 11+ exam. Families should avoid putting excessive pressure on their children during preparation.
For backup school options in Lincolnshire, families should research other grammar schools in the Lincolnshire Consortium as well as high-performing comprehensive schools in the area. Families can appeal via an independent panel. Information about how to appeal will be sent by the local authority along with school offers on National Offers Day.
- Ensure children get adequate rest before each exam paper
- Practice multiple-choice question techniques in advance
- Familiarise children with the two-paper format over consecutive Saturdays
- Plan transport arrangements to exam venues well in advance
- Prepare backup applications to other Lincolnshire grammar schools
- Consider comprehensive schools in Lincolnshire as alternative options
- Contact details and specific advice available in the school information section
Lincolnshire 11+ Information
In order to get into King Edward VI Grammar School, children need to pass the Lincolnshire 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
Lincolnshire 11+ Subjects & Structure
The Lincolnshire 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- Verbal Reasoning
- Non-verbal Reasoning
- Spatial Reasoning
The 11 plus exam for King Edward VI Grammar School is administered by the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools. The assessment consists of two separate papers, each focusing on different cognitive abilities. The first paper evaluates the candidate's verbal reasoning skills through a series of 80 questions divided into 15 sections, with a time limit of 50 minutes.
The second paper concentrates on non-verbal and spatial reasoning abilities. This paper comprises 70 questions split across 5 individually timed sections. The invigilator is responsible for keeping track of the time for each section.
All the questions in the Lincolnshire 11 plus exam are presented in a multiple-choice format. Candidates are provided with separate answer sheets to mark their responses, which are then electronically assessed to determine the final scores.
Other Schools using Lincolnshire 11+
As well as King Edward VI Grammar School, several other schools also use Lincolnshire 11+. These are:
- Boston High School
- Bourne Grammar School
- Carre's Grammar School
- Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School
- Kesteven and Sleaford High School Selective Academy
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar Alford - A Selective Academy
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
- Skegness Grammar School
- Spalding Grammar School
- Spalding High School
- The Boston Grammar School
- The King's School, Grantham
- The Queen Elizabeth's High School, Gainsborough
Lincolnshire 11+ Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as King Edward VI Grammar 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!
Lincolnshire 11+ Pass Mark
The pass mark for the Lincolnshire 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 King Edward VI Grammar School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the King Edward VI Grammar School 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into King Edward VI Grammar School) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 | Lincolnshire Grammar School 11+ Registration Opens | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 31/03/2025 | Lincolnshire Grammar Schools 11+ Registration Closes | |
| 13/09/2025 | Lincolnshire Grammar Schools 11+ Verbal Reasoning Paper | |
| 20/09/2025 | Lincolnshire Grammar Schools 11+ Non-verbal Reasoning Paper | |
| Early October | Lincolnshire Grammar Schools 11+ Results Day | |
| 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 King Edward VI Grammar School as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for King Edward VI Grammar School
As the Lincolnshire 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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11+ Past Papers for King Edward VI Grammar School
Unfortunately, King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar School
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Lincolnshire 11+ Ensure you double-check with King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 Lincolnshire 11+ to get into King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 Lincolnshire 11+.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Writing | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar School together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | King Edward VI Grammar School, Edward Street, Louth, Lincolnshire LN11 9LL |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.kevigs.org/ |
| Telephone | 01507600456 |
| Email Address | rhona.adam@kevigs.lincs.sch.uk |
| Gender | Mixed (both girls and boys) |
| Total Year 7 Places | 145 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 960 (529 Girls / 431 Boys) |
| Headteacher | James Lascelles |
King Edward VI Grammar School is a mixed (i.e. both girls and boys) 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 960 pupils attend King Edward VI Grammar School and it's led by the Headteacher, James Lascelles.
King Edward VI Grammar School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
King Edward VI Grammar School was last inspected by Ofsted on 21/09/2011 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 07/10/2011, declaring that the school was ''. 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 | 21/09/2011 | 1 | 07/10/2011 | Full Report |
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GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at King Edward VI Grammar School for the 2022-23 academic year.
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GCSE & A-Level Performance
Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for King Edward VI Grammar 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 (Fine Art) | 54 | - | - | - | 1 | 9 | 12 | 19 | 9 | 1 | 3 |
| Biology | 86 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 10 | 22 | 18 | 23 | 12 |
| Business Studies:Single | 50 | - | - | - | 1 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Chemistry | 86 | - | - | - | - | 7 | 10 | 31 | 17 | 16 | 5 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 34 | - | - | 4 | 4 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| English Language | 164 | - | - | - | 9 | 25 | 33 | 48 | 29 | 13 | 6 |
| English Literature | 163 | - | - | 1 | 7 | 31 | 46 | 36 | 24 | 12 | 5 |
| French | 85 | - | - | - | 7 | 12 | 17 | 22 | 16 | 6 | 5 |
| Geography | 111 | - | - | - | 4 | 18 | 16 | 27 | 28 | 10 | 8 |
| History | 81 | - | 2 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 21 | 12 | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Mathematics | 164 | - | - | - | 4 | 20 | 30 | 40 | 32 | 26 | 11 |
| Media/Film/Tv Studies | 80 | - | 1 | 6 | 17 | 14 | 15 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 2 |
| Music | 17 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | - | 2 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Physics | 86 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 12 | 37 | 14 | 14 | 7 |
| Spanish | 60 | - | - | - | 10 | 8 | 19 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 3 |
| Drama & Theatre Studies | 28 | - | - | - | 4 | 9 | 4 | 7 | 4 | - | - |
| Physical Education/Sports Studies | 37 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 7 | 13 | 6 | 7 | 1 |
| Science: Double Award | 77 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Fine Art) | 9 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 2 | 3 | |||
| Art and Design (Photography) | 6 | - | - | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | - | |||
| Biology | 32 | - | - | 5 | 7 | 10 | 7 | 3 | |||
| Chemistry | 28 | - | 2 | 7 | 7 | 4 | 6 | 2 | |||
| Economics | 12 | - | 1 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 | - | |||
| English Literature | 32 | - | 2 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 8 | 2 | |||
| French | 7 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | - | - | |||
| Geography | 20 | - | - | 2 | 4 | 8 | 5 | 1 | |||
| Government and Politics | 9 | - | - | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | - | |||
| History | 11 | - | - | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | |||
| Mathematics | 40 | - | 2 | 7 | 11 | 12 | 6 | 2 | |||
| Media/Film/Tv Studies | 16 | - | 1 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 1 | - | |||
| Physics | 20 | - | 8 | 4 | 5 | - | 2 | - | |||
| Psychology | 28 | - | 2 | 3 | 3 | 10 | 7 | 3 | |||
| Sociology | 23 | - | 3 | 1 | 8 | 11 | - | - | |||
FAQ
Is King Edward VI Grammar School hard to get into?
Yes, King Edward VI Grammar 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 King Edward VI Grammar School a private school?
No, King Edward VI Grammar School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is King Edward VI Grammar School free?
Yes, King Edward VI Grammar School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to King Edward VI Grammar School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into King Edward VI Grammar School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact King Edward VI Grammar 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.
