Lancaster Girls' Grammar School 11+
Crucial 11+ info, past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for Lancaster Girls' Grammar School.
How to get into Lancaster Girls' Grammar School
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School is a selective secondary school in Lancashire. To get into Lancaster Girls' Grammar School children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into Lancaster Girls' Grammar School with all the important information you need to know.
Admission Requirements
Children born between 1st September 2014 and 31st August 2015 are eligible for Year 7 entry in September 2026 (see key dates). The school offers 145 places annually [1].
Registration opens on Monday 2nd June 2025 and closes on Friday 12th September 2025 (see key dates). The school tests only Maths and English on Saturday 27th September 2025 (see key dates).
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School prioritises applicants who live within the city of Lancaster, with a map of included districts available in the school's admissions policy [1]. In cases of oversubscription, priority is given to pupils who permanently live within the City of Lancaster and are Looked After Children or previously Looked After.
Application Process
Families must name Lancaster Girls' Grammar School as one of their preferred schools on the secondary school common application form, available on their home council website from early September and must be submitted by Friday 31st October 2025 (see key dates) [1].
Registration for the entrance test opens in June 2025 for the test in September 2025 for entry in 2026. Results are received on Thursday 9th October (see key dates).
- Complete the Common Application Form (CAF) through the local authority to ensure daughters are considered for a Year 7 place
- Register for the FSCE Entrance Test which serves as the Year 7 Entrance Test
- Each child may only take the test once
- Contact details available in the school information section
Exam Format and Content
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School uses the Future Stories Community Enterprise Ltd (FSCE) Entrance Test[1]. The school tests only Maths and English in September 2025.
The test focuses solely on areas of the KS2 National Curriculum taught up to the end of Year 5, aiming to remove any need for tutoring and emphasising excellent primary school work [1]. The test consists of both multiple-choice and written response questions.
English questions cover reading comprehension, requiring children to read short passages and demonstrate understanding, analysis and interpretation skills. Vocabulary questions test word knowledge and understanding, including identifying synonyms. Spelling is assessed through missing letters questions where children complete words correctly in context.
Preparation Guidance
The school recommends children work well at primary school with maximum attendance, develop strong reading habits, practise maths fluency through real life examples, engage in critical thinking discussions, and focus on calmness and confidence rather than pressure [1].
Building a good knowledge base using a 'little and often' approach is essential, with child psychologists recommending regular study sessions of 20-30 minutes for children aged 10-11. The move away from tutoring ensures selection of children best placed to thrive in the challenging school environment.
- Encourage regular reading from different genres and diverse authors to understand various styles, widen vocabulary, and enhance analytical thinking
- Use practice tests to develop problem-solving skills, build confidence under test conditions, and highlight knowledge gaps
- Free preparation resources available at practice papers section
- Tutoring guidance available at tutor recommendations
Practical Advice
Instructions are read via voice recording, with at least one invigilator available to help children if needed. Children's details are pre-written on answer sheets, and they should check this information is correct at the start of each test.
The school does not have a cut-off score, with entry based on the strength of candidates sitting the test from a ranked list of applicants, with pupils aiming for 75-85%+ consistently in practice tests. Setting regular achievable goals, celebrating progress, and encouraging a growth mindset helps maintain motivation.
- Write answers only in spaces provided as other work will not be seen or marked
- For maths questions, write one digit per box
- Help children understand they will improve through practice when struggling with topics
- Open Evening takes place in June, allowing families to meet the Head and learn about admissions
- Contact details for specific queries available in the school information section
School Background
Founded in 1907, Lancaster Girls' Grammar School is located on Regent Street in Lancaster with specialisms in Technology and Languages[1]. The school is consistently rated outstanding by Ofsted.
The FSCE test aims to make grammar school testing more accessible for all children regardless of primary school, socio-economic background, or disability, assessing academic ability holistically rather than through rote learning [1]. The school works in partnership with Atom Learning to provide students eligible for Pupil Premium with free online learning and exam preparation.
Lancashire 11+ Information
In order to get into Lancaster Girls' Grammar School, children need to pass the Lancashire 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
Lancashire 11+ Subjects & Structure
The Lancashire 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- English
- Maths
- Verbal Reasoning
The 11 plus exam for admission to Lancaster Girls' Grammar School assesses prospective students across three key areas: English, Maths, and Verbal Reasoning. The examination, which is consistent with other grammar schools in Lancashire, is provided by GL Assessment.
The format of the Lancashire 11 plus exam is entirely multiple-choice. Students will be given separate answer sheets to mark their responses, which are then electronically evaluated for accuracy and completeness.
By testing students' abilities in these fundamental subjects, the 11 plus exam aims to identify those who demonstrate the necessary academic aptitude and potential to thrive in the challenging and stimulating environment offered by Lancaster Girls' Grammar School.
Other Schools using Lancashire 11+
As well as Lancaster Girls' Grammar School, several other schools also use Lancashire 11+. These are:
Lancashire 11+ Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Lancaster Girls' 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!
Lancashire 11+ Pass Mark
The pass mark for the Lancashire 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 Lancaster Girls' Grammar School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the Lancaster Girls' Grammar School 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into Lancaster Girls' Grammar School) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
|---|---|---|
| 02/06/2025 | Lancaster Girls' Grammar School 11+ Registration Opens | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 26/06/2025 | Open Evening For Year 4 And Year 5 Families | |
| 12/09/2025 | 11+ Registration Closes | |
| 27/09/2025 | Lancaster Girls' Grammar School 11+ Exam | |
| Early October | Parents Receive 11+ Results | |
| Late October | National Deadline To Apply For School Places | |
| 02/03/2026 | National Offers Day | |
| 16/03/2026 | Acceptance Deadline |
Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Lancaster Girls' Grammar School as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Lancaster Girls' Grammar School
As the Lancashire 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!
Private 11+ Tutors for the Lancaster Girls' Grammar School 11+ Tests
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11+ Past Papers for Lancaster Girls' Grammar School
Unfortunately, Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' Grammar School
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Lancashire 11+ Ensure you double-check with Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancashire 11+ to get into Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancashire 11+.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' Grammar School together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Lancaster Girls' Grammar School, Regent Street, Lancaster, Lancashire LA1 1SF |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.lggs.org.uk/ |
| Telephone | 01524581661 |
| Email Address | info@lggs.lancs.sch.uk |
| Gender | Girls only |
| Total Year 7 Places | 140 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 1006 (1006 Girls / 0 Boys) |
| Headteacher | Mr Christopher Beard |
Lancaster Girls' Grammar 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 1,006 pupils attend Lancaster Girls' Grammar School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mr Christopher Beard.
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School was last inspected by Ofsted on 21/09/2022 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 09/01/2023, 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 | 21/09/2022 | 1 | 09/01/2023 | Good | Full Report |
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Ofsted Report Summary
Lancaster Girls' Grammar School was inspected by Ofsted on 21 September 2022 and received an overall rating of Good. The school demonstrated outstanding performance in the areas of behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and sixth form provision. The quality of education and leadership and management were both rated as good.
The inspection results highlight the school's commitment to fostering a positive learning environment and supporting students' personal growth. The outstanding ratings in behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and sixth form provision indicate that Lancaster Girls' Grammar School excels in nurturing well-rounded individuals and preparing them for success beyond their secondary education.
While the school received a good rating in quality of education and leadership and management, there may be opportunities for further improvement in these areas. Nevertheless, the overall good rating demonstrates that Lancaster Girls' Grammar School provides a solid educational foundation for its students.
GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' 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 | 46 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 6 | 15 | 9 | 14 |
| Biology | 125 | 1 | - | - | - | 2 | 9 | 25 | 19 | 32 | 37 |
| Chemistry | 125 | 1 | - | - | 1 | 6 | 9 | 23 | 18 | 32 | 35 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 53 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 17 | 12 | 7 | 7 |
| Design & Technology | 19 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 6 | 10 |
| Applied Engineering | 17 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 2 |
| English Language | 143 | - | 1 | - | 3 | 4 | 17 | 32 | 36 | 34 | 16 |
| English Literature | 141 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 16 | 27 | 39 | 35 | 22 |
| French | 34 | - | - | - | 6 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 3 | 6 |
| Geography | 61 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 15 | 22 | 10 |
| German | 52 | - | - | - | - | 3 | 9 | 15 | 12 | 5 | 8 |
| History | 80 | - | - | - | 3 | 3 | 9 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 15 |
| Mathematics | 142 | - | - | - | 1 | 6 | 19 | 23 | 34 | 40 | 19 |
| Music | 11 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | - | 2 |
| Physics | 123 | - | - | - | - | 7 | 14 | 22 | 17 | 31 | 32 |
| Religious Studies | 60 | - | 1 | - | - | - | 4 | 12 | 12 | 20 | 11 |
| Spanish | 52 | 5 | - | - | 8 | 1 | 9 | 6 | 9 | 6 | 8 |
| Drama & Theatre Studies | 44 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 6 | 14 | 15 | 4 | 3 |
| Physical Education/Sports Studies | 17 | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Science: Double Award | 16 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Art and Design | 21 | - | - | - | - | 9 | 5 | 7 | |||
| Biology | 66 | - | 2 | 5 | 9 | 19 | 17 | 12 | |||
| Business Studies:Single | 10 | - | 1 | - | 1 | 5 | 3 | - | |||
| Chemistry | 61 | - | 2 | 8 | 7 | 12 | 21 | 9 | |||
| Computer Studies / Computing | 12 | - | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |||
| Drama and Theatre Studies | 9 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | |||
| English Language | 11 | - | - | - | - | 8 | 2 | 1 | |||
| English Literature | 24 | - | - | 1 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 3 | |||
| Geography | 20 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 1 | |||
| German | 7 | - | - | 2 | - | 5 | - | - | |||
| History | 30 | - | - | 1 | 10 | 11 | 4 | 4 | |||
| Mathematics | 57 | - | 2 | 8 | 4 | 15 | 14 | 13 | |||
| Mathematics (Further) | 10 | - | 2 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 5 | |||
| Physics | 13 | - | 1 | - | 2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | |||
| Psychology | 34 | - | 2 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 9 | 3 | |||
| Religious Studies | 16 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 10 | 1 | 2 | |||
| Spanish | 6 | - | - | - | - | 3 | 1 | 2 | |||
FAQ
Is Lancaster Girls' Grammar School hard to get into?
Yes, Lancaster Girls' 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 Lancaster Girls' Grammar School a private school?
No, Lancaster Girls' Grammar School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Lancaster Girls' Grammar School free?
Yes, Lancaster Girls' Grammar School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Lancaster Girls' Grammar School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Lancaster Girls' Grammar School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Lancaster Girls' 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.
Is Lancaster Girls' Grammar School a girls-only school?
Yes, Lancaster Girls' Grammar School is a girls-only school.
