Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 11+ Papers
Past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle as well as 11+ test details and school information.
Past 11+ Papers for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
Unfortunately, Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
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 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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 |
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| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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 |
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| GL Assessment | English | |||
| GL Assessment | Maths | |||
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Mixed |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle by Owl Tutors
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published by Owl Tutors.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
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| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Writing | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle by Bond
These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by Bond.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
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| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | ||
| GL Assessment | Mixed |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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 |
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| 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 |
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| CEM | Maths | |||
| CEM | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| CEM | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
About Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is a selective secondary school in Lincolnshire. For children to get into Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle they need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Hence, Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is a traditional grammar school, one of only 163 remaining in England.
Nestled in the charming market town of Horncastle, Lincolnshire, Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School is a beacon of academic excellence and holistic development. This co-educational grammar school, which has attained academy status, nurtures the minds of approximately 800 pupils aged 11-18, providing them with a comprehensive and well-rounded education.
At QEGS Horncastle, the dedicated staff is committed to fostering an environment that encourages intellectual curiosity and a love for learning. With a particular emphasis on Mathematics, Science, and Modern Languages, the school's curriculum is designed to challenge and inspire students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for a successful future. Beyond the classroom, the school recognizes the importance of physical well-being and offers a wide range of sports facilities, enabling pupils to engage in activities such as cricket, tennis, hockey, football, and squash.
The school's extracurricular program is equally impressive, catering to the diverse interests and talents of its pupils. From drama and Book Club to knitting, Photography Club, French Club, choir, and Art Club, students have ample opportunities to explore their passions and develop new skills. This comprehensive approach to education ensures that pupils not only excel academically but also grow into well-rounded individuals prepared to make a positive impact on the world.
The school's commitment to academic excellence is evident in its outstanding examination results. In recent years, a remarkable 56% of students achieved a grade of 7 or higher in at least five of their GCSE subjects, a testament to the dedication of both the students and the supportive staff. With its 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating, Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is undoubtedly one of the top secondary schools in the county, consistently delivering exceptional education and shaping the leaders of tomorrow.
School Information
Below you will find further information about Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle, West Street, Horncastle, Lincolnshire LN9 5AD |
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| School Website | https://www.qegs.lincs.sch.uk/ |
| Telephone | 01507522465 |
| Email Address | enquiries@qegs.lincs.sch.uk |
| Gender | Mixed (both girls and boys) |
| Total Year 7 Places | 120 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 842 (444 Girls / 398 Boys) |
| Headteacher | Mr Simon Furness |
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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 842 pupils attend Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle and it's led by the Headteacher, Mr Simon Furness.
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle Location
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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 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle for the 2022-23 academic year.
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Lincolnshire 11+ Information
In order to get into Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle, 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 entry into Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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. Students are allotted 50 minutes to complete this portion of the exam. The second paper assesses the student's proficiency in non-verbal and spatial reasoning. This paper comprises 70 questions split across 5 individually timed sections.
All questions in the Lincolnshire 11 plus exam are presented in a multiple-choice format. Candidates record their answers on separate answer sheets, which are subsequently scored electronically. This rigorous selection process aims to identify students with the aptitude and potential to excel in the academically challenging environment provided by Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle.
Other Schools using Lincolnshire 11+
As well as Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle, 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
- King Edward VI Grammar School
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar Alford - A Selective Academy
- 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 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Lincolnshire 11+ Key Dates for your Diary
Here are all the important dates for the Lincolnshire 11+ tests (to get into Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
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| 05/01/2024 | Lincolnshire Grammar School 11+ Registration Opens | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 31/03/2024 | Lincolnshire Grammar Schools 11+ Registration Closes | |
| 14/09/2024 | Lincolnshire Grammar Schools 11+ Verbal Reasoning Paper | |
| 21/09/2024 | Lincolnshire Grammar Schools 11+ Non-verbal Reasoning Paper | |
| 11/10/2024 | Lincolnshire Grammar Schools 11+ Results Day | |
| 31/10/2024 | Secondary School Common Application Deadline | |
| 01/03/2025 | 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 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle
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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Ofsted Information
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle was last inspected by Ofsted on 02/11/2011 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 22/11/2011, 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 | 02/11/2011 | 1 | 22/11/2011 | Full Report |
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GCSE & A-Level Performance
Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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 | 23 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 11 | 4 | - | 4 | 2 |
| Biology | 76 | - | - | - | - | - | 9 | 13 | 17 | 17 | 19 |
| Business Studies:Single | 44 | - | - | - | 3 | 2 | 7 | 12 | 11 | 7 | 2 |
| Chemistry | 76 | - | - | - | - | - | 10 | 14 | 15 | 19 | 17 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 18 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
| Design & Technology | 31 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 6 |
| English Language | 122 | - | - | - | 4 | 17 | 25 | 33 | 20 | 19 | 3 |
| English Literature | 122 | - | - | 2 | 2 | 3 | 25 | 28 | 24 | 18 | 19 |
| D&T Food Technology | 14 | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | 4 | 5 | 3 | 1 |
| French | 30 | - | - | 1 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 | 12 | 4 | 6 |
| Geography | 48 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 6 |
| German | 39 | - | - | - | 2 | 4 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 7 | 1 |
| History | 72 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | 6 | 15 | 17 | 29 |
| Mathematics | 122 | - | - | - | - | 7 | 29 | 31 | 19 | 19 | 16 |
| Film Studies | 21 | - | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | 6 | 4 | 3 | 6 |
| Music | 9 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Art & Design (Photography) | 9 | - | - | - | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | - | - |
| Physics | 76 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 7 | 16 | 13 | 9 | 25 |
| Religious Studies | 21 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 2 | 4 |
| Spanish | 60 | 1 | - | 5 | 13 | 11 | 5 | 11 | 10 | 4 | - |
| Drama & Theatre Studies | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Physical Education/Sports Studies | 34 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Science: Double Award | 45 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
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| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Biology | 29 | - | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 7 | |||
| Business Studies:Single | 17 | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 2 | - | |||
| Chemistry | 20 | - | - | 1 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 8 | |||
| Computer Studies / Computing | 7 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | - | 1 | |||
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 14 | - | - | - | 3 | 7 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Economics | 23 | - | - | 4 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 2 | |||
| English Language | 6 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 3 | - | - | |||
| English Literature | 19 | - | 1 | 1 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 1 | |||
| Film Studies | 15 | - | - | - | 4 | 7 | 1 | 3 | |||
| Geography | 20 | - | - | 1 | 6 | 11 | 2 | - | |||
| Geology | 14 | - | - | 6 | - | 3 | 2 | 2 | |||
| History | 33 | - | 1 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 9 | |||
| Mathematics | 27 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 8 | |||
| Mathematics (Further) | 8 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | 4 | |||
| Physics | 31 | - | 4 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 5 | 6 | |||
| Psychology | 34 | - | 1 | 10 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 3 | |||
| Religious Studies | 16 | - | - | 5 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 1 | |||
FAQ
Is Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle hard to get into?
Yes, Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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 Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle a private school?
No, Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle free?
Yes, Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle 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.
