Newport Girls' High School Academy 11+
Crucial 11+ info, past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for Newport Girls' High School Academy.
How to get into Newport Girls' High School Academy
Newport Girls' High School Academy is a selective secondary school in Shropshire. To get into Newport Girls' High School Academy children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 120 places annually [1]. Up to 15 places are reserved for children whose primary school receives Pupil Premium funding [1].
Families must submit the Common Application Form (CAF) to their local authority by 31st October 2025 (see key dates). The school participates in the West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ entrance test [1].
- All candidates must pass the entrance test to be eligible for consideration [1]
- Children older than 11 years may not register for the test [1]
- There is no charge for admission and no fees are charged [1]
- For specific contact details, see school information section
Application Process
The application process requires two separate applications. Families must register for the entrance test through the West Midlands Grammar Schools portal [1]. They must also submit preferences through their local authority [1].
Registration opens on Tuesday 6th May 2025 for the West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ (see key dates). Families must complete registration before the deadline and provide a colour photograph of their child [1].
- Test registration: Complete online through the West Midlands Grammar Schools website [1]
- Special arrangements deadline: Friday 13th June 2025 for reasonable adjustments (see key dates)
- Local authority application: Submit CAF by 31st October 2025 (see key dates)
- School placement: Must list Newport Girls' High School Academy on the CAF form for consideration [1]
- Place allocation: Results announced on 1st March 2026 (see key dates)
- Data sharing: Consent required to share results with other grammar schools in Birmingham or Warwickshire [1]
- Late applications: Contact the school directly for late test arrangements [1]
Entrance Test Information
The entrance test takes place on Monday 15th September 2025 at Newport Girls' High School Academy (see key dates). Children can take tests between Saturday 13th September and Monday 15th September 2025 depending on their allocated test centre [1].
The West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ consists of two papers, each lasting approximately one hour [1]. Each paper is divided into smaller, individually-timed sections [1].
- English comprehension: Reading passages with questions demonstrating understanding [1]
- Mathematics: Numerical reasoning covering Key Stage 2 curriculum [1]
- Verbal reasoning: Logic and problem-solving with written information [1]
- Non-verbal reasoning: Pattern recognition and visual information manipulation [1]
- Test weighting: 50% English/verbal reasoning, 25% non-verbal reasoning, 25% mathematics [1]
- Results timing: Test results sent by mid-October, before 31st October application deadline (see key dates)
- Sample materials: Free familiarisation guides available from GL Assessment [1]
Catchment Area and Priority
Newport Girls' High School Academy has a defined priority catchment area [1]. Students residing within this area receive priority consideration ahead of out-of-area candidates [1].
The school is located in the Telford & Wrekin local authority area [1]. Girls from Newport, Telford, Stafford, Shrewsbury, Market Drayton and Wolverhampton regularly attend [1].
- Catchment priority: Children living within the boundary area considered first [1]
- Telford & Wrekin primary schools: Students from these schools receive priority under criteria 2 [1]
- Pupil Premium places: Up to 15 places reserved for eligible students [1]
- In-area success rate: Approximately one third of in-area girls have received places in recent years [1]
- Catchment map: Available on the school website for boundary verification [1]
- For detailed admissions criteria, see school information section
Preparation Guidance
Families should begin preparation well in advance of the test date. Child psychologists recommend regular study sessions of 20-30 minutes for children aged 10-11 years [1]. A 'little and often' approach helps children encode new information more effectively [1].
The test covers Key Stage 2 national curriculum material including Year 6 targets [1]. Children should focus on building strong foundations in core subjects and reasoning skills [1].
- Free practice materials: GL Assessment provides familiarisation guides - see practice papers
- Recommended preparation time: Start at least 12 months before the test date
- Reading practice: Regular reading helps develop comprehension skills needed for the test [1]
- Professional support: Consider tutoring if additional support needed - see tutor guidance
- Vocabulary building: Strong vocabulary essential for verbal reasoning sections
- Past performance indicator: Students scoring 80%+ consistently in practice tests typically perform well [1]
- Mental preparation: Focus on building confidence and reducing test anxiety
Practical Advice
Test day preparation should begin several weeks before the examination. Children will receive invitation letters in September 2025 with full test day arrangements [1]. Families should ensure they have received these details by Monday 8th September (see key dates).
The test venue may not necessarily be the families' preferred school choice [1]. Children are allocated either morning or afternoon sessions and should receive confirmation by early September [1].
West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ Information
In order to get into Newport Girls' High School Academy, children need to pass the West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ Subjects & Structure
The West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- English comprehension
- Maths
- Verbal reasoning
- Non-verbal reasoning
The West Midlands Grammar Schools Entrance Test is the examination used by Newport Girls' High School for their 11+ admissions. This assessment comprises two papers, each lasting one hour. The papers are further split into smaller sections, with each section being individually timed.
The exam covers a range of subjects, including English comprehension, mathematics, verbal reasoning, and non-verbal reasoning. Candidates are required to demonstrate their understanding, logical thinking, and problem-solving skills across these areas.
All questions in the West Midlands Grammar Schools' Entrance Test are presented in a multiple-choice format. Candidates record their answers on separate answer sheets, which are then electronically marked to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the grading process.
Other Schools using West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+
As well as Newport Girls' High School Academy, several other schools also use West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+. These are:
- Bishop Vesey's Grammar School
- King Edward VI Aston School
- King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys
- King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls
- King Edward VI Five Ways School
- King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys
- King Edward VI Handsworth School
- Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls
- Haberdashers' Adams
- Queen Mary's Grammar School
- Queen Mary's High School
- Alcester Grammar School
- King Edward VI School
- Lawrence Sheriff School
- Rugby High School
- Stratford Girls' Grammar School
- Wolverhampton Girls' High School
West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Newport Girls' High School Academy 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!
West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ Pass Mark
The pass mark for the West Midlands Grammar Schools 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the Newport Girls' High School Academy 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into Newport Girls' High School Academy) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2025 | Registration Opens For The West Midlands Grammar Schools' Entrance Test | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 13/06/2025 | Reasonable Adjustments Deadline | |
| 27/06/2025 | Test Registration Closes | |
| Mid October | Parents Receive Test Results | |
| Late October | Secondary School Applications Close At 5pm | |
| 02/03/2026 | Secondary School National Offers Day |
Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Newport Girls' High School Academy as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Newport Girls' High School Academy
As the West Midlands Grammar Schools 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 11+ Tests
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11+ Past Papers for Newport Girls' High School Academy
Here are all available past 11+ papers for Newport Girls' High School Academy. Please note that this may include 11+ past papers, past familiarisation booklets, past practice materials published by third parties and past 11+ exam guides written by the school. These materials are provided 'as-is' and may no longer reflect the subjects, format, structure or exam board that Newport Girls' High School Academy currently uses.
The exam board (or test supplier) that Newport Girls' High School Academy chooses to use for their 11+ entrance tests can change and we encourage you to check directly with the school.
As well as these past 11+ papers, you may find our extensive collection of 11+ practice papers helpful for your child's preparation.
| Exam Board | Subject | 11+ Past Paper |
|---|---|---|
| CEM* Now use GL Assessment | Mixed |
11+ Practice Papers for Newport Girls' High School Academy
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ Ensure you double-check with Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ to get into Newport Girls' High School Academy.
| 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy.
| 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Writing | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy.
| 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Newport Girls' High School Academy, Wellington Road, Newport, Shropshire TF10 7HL |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.nghs.org.uk/ |
| Telephone | 01952797550 |
| Email Address | schooloffice@nghs.org.uk |
| Gender | Girls only |
| Total Year 7 Places | 120 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 737 (737 Girls / 0 Boys) |
| Headteacher | Mr Michael Scott |
Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 737 pupils attend Newport Girls' High School Academy and it's led by the Headteacher, Mr Michael Scott.
Newport Girls' High School Academy Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
Newport Girls' High School Academy was last inspected by Ofsted on 01/11/2022 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 07/12/2022, 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 | 01/11/2022 | 1 | 07/12/2022 | Outstanding | Full Report |
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Ofsted Report Summary
Newport Girls' High School Academy was inspected by Ofsted on 1 November 2022 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 behavior 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy for the 2022-23 academic year.
| GCSE Subjects Offered |
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GCSE & A-Level Performance
Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Newport Girls' High School Academy 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) | 18 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 4 |
| Biology | 85 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 6 | 5 | 15 | 29 | 29 |
| Chemistry | 85 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 14 | 22 | 30 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 9 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 4 | - | 2 | 1 |
| Design & Technology | 18 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 4 |
| English Language | 85 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 15 | 19 | 23 | 25 |
| English Literature | 85 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 7 | 20 | 20 | 33 |
| French | 42 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 17 |
| Geography | 57 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 4 | 11 | 22 | 18 |
| German | 40 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 8 |
| History | 57 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 19 | 19 |
| Mathematics | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 3 | 12 | 38 | 28 |
| Music | 12 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Physics | 85 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 15 | 22 | 30 |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Art and Design (Fine Art) | 9 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | |||
| Biology | 51 | - | 5 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 13 | |||
| Chemistry | 41 | - | 4 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 15 | 4 | |||
| Economics | 15 | - | 2 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | |||
| English Literature | 17 | - | - | 2 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | |||
| French | 6 | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 3 | - | |||
| Geography | 23 | - | - | 1 | 4 | 10 | 7 | 1 | |||
| German | 6 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 | 3 | - | |||
| Government and Politics | 11 | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |||
| History | 30 | - | - | 3 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 5 | |||
| Mathematics | 32 | - | 2 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 14 | |||
| Mathematics (Further) | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 4 | |||
| Physics | 12 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 3 | 4 | |||
| Psychology | 41 | - | 1 | 3 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 3 | |||
| Religious Studies | 7 | - | 1 | - | 2 | 3 | 1 | - | |||
FAQ
Is Newport Girls' High School Academy hard to get into?
Yes, Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy a private school?
No, Newport Girls' High School Academy is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Newport Girls' High School Academy free?
Yes, Newport Girls' High School Academy is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Newport Girls' High School Academy won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Newport Girls' High School Academy?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Newport Girls' High School Academy 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 Newport Girls' High School Academy a girls-only school?
Yes, Newport Girls' High School Academy is a girls-only school.
