Queen Mary's High School 11+
Crucial 11+ info, past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for Queen Mary's High School.
How to get into Queen Mary's High School
Queen Mary's High School is a selective secondary school in Walsall. To get into Queen Mary's High School children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into Queen Mary's High 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 2025 (see key dates). The school aims to admit 150 students into Year 7 annually [1].
Queen Mary's High School is an Academy for girls aged 11-18 years and provides free education. Only girls are admitted to Years 7 to 11, but both girls and boys may enter in Year 12 [1].
The school has no defined catchment area and families living both within and beyond the Borough of Walsall may apply. There is no charge or cost related to admission [1].
Application Process
Families must complete a multi-step application process for admission to Queen Mary's High School. The West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ examination is mandatory for entry consideration [1].
Registration for the 2025 exam opens on Tuesday 6th May 2025 and closes on Friday 27th June 2025 (see key dates). Upon entering their home postcode and child's gender, families will be directed to the relevant website to register for the entrance test.
- Complete registration for the West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ examination via westmidlandsgrammarschools.co.uk
- Submit the Common Application Form (CAF) through the home local authority by 31st October 2025 (see key dates)
- Provide required documentation including proof of address and birth certificate
- Contact details available in the school information section
Examination Details
The entrance test takes place on Saturday 13th September 2025 (see key dates). The school where children sit the test may not necessarily be the school families wish to apply for - this is simply a venue used to administer the test.
The exam consists of two one-hour papers assessing verbal, numerical and non-verbal reasoning ability. All questions are multiple-choice with separate answer sheets which children use to mark their answers [1].
- GL Assessment provides the test for 2025 entry
- Answer sheets are marked electronically
- Scores are age-standardised to ensure younger children are not disadvantaged
- The minimum qualifying score for 2025 entry was confirmed as 198
Results and Selection
Results will be emailed to families in mid-October 2025 (see key dates). Children who do not achieve the minimum qualifying score or above will not be considered for a place [1].
When demand exceeds available places, the school applies oversubscription criteria giving priority to:
- Looked After or previously Looked After children
- Up to 45 girls who receive Pupil Premium and achieve the qualifying score, with priority given to girls attending state primary schools in Walsall
- Other girls who achieve the qualifying score, in rank order of their score
Partnership Benefits
Queen Mary's High School is part of the West Midlands Grammar Schools partnership which incorporates all Birmingham, Shropshire, Walsall, Warwickshire, and Wolverhampton grammar schools. Children who sit the entrance test in Walsall can be eligible to apply for any of the grammar schools in Birmingham, Shropshire, Warwickshire or Wolverhampton [1].
Families intending to apply for multiple schools within the partnership must tick the relevant box on the test application form to consent to share their child's details and entrance test result.
Preparation Guidance
Successful preparation for the West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ requires consistent study throughout Year 5 and Year 6. Families should begin preparation early to ensure children develop the necessary skills and confidence.
For comprehensive preparation resources, families should visit the practice 11+ papers section. Professional tutoring support is available through the 11+ tutor directory.
- Begin preparation during Year 5 for September Year 6 testing
- Focus on verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, and mathematics
- Practice with timed examination conditions regularly
- Use official familiarisation materials from GL Assessment
- Maintain regular study sessions of 20-30 minutes for optimal learning
Practical Advice
Families should ensure children are well-prepared for examination day through adequate rest and familiar routines. The school environment will be formal but supportive for all test candidates.
Children should arrive at their allocated test centre with appropriate stationery and identification. Test centres are allocated based on home address and cannot be changed by families.
- Plan test day logistics including transport and timing
- Ensure children have adequate sleep before the examination
- Provide a nutritious breakfast on test day
- Consider backup school options in Walsall and surrounding areas
- Contact information available in the school information section
Late Applications
Late applications close at 2pm on Friday 31st January 2025 (see key dates). SEN applications requiring reasonable adjustments close at 4pm Friday 17th January 2025 (see key dates) [1].
Students who perform well in the late test still have the opportunity to be allocated a place from the waiting list. Families should amend their Local Authority preference form if they had not previously included Queen Mary's High School.
West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ Information
In order to get into Queen Mary's High School, 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 Queen Mary's High School to assess prospective students. This rigorous assessment consists of two papers, each lasting one hour. The papers are further divided into smaller sections, each with its own allocated time, focusing on various aspects of academic ability.
The entrance test evaluates candidates' proficiency in English comprehension, mathematics, verbal reasoning, and non-verbal reasoning. These subjects are designed to provide a comprehensive assessment of a student's aptitude and potential.
Throughout the examination, students are presented with multiple-choice questions. They are provided with separate answer sheets on which they indicate their responses. These answer sheets are then subjected to electronic marking to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the grading process.
Other Schools using West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+
As well as Queen Mary's High School, 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
- Newport Girls' High School Academy
- Queen Mary's Grammar 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 Queen Mary's High 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!
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 Queen Mary's High School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the Queen Mary's High School 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into Queen Mary's High School) 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 | |
| 13/09/2025 | West Midlands Grammar Schoolsâ Entrance Test | |
| 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 Queen Mary's High School as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Queen Mary's High School
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 Queen Mary's High School 11+ Tests
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11+ Past Papers for Queen Mary's High School
Here are all available past 11+ papers for Queen Mary's High School. 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 Queen Mary's High School currently uses.
The exam board (or test supplier) that Queen Mary's High School 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 Queen Mary's High School
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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ to get into Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Writing | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High School together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Queen Mary's High School, Upper Forster Street, Walsall, West Midlands WS4 2AE |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://qmhs.org.uk/ |
| Telephone | 01922721013 |
| Email Address | qmarys@qmhs.merciantrust.org.uk |
| Gender | Girls only |
| Total Year 7 Places | 150 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 908 (902 Girls / 6 Boys) |
| Head Teacher | Mrs Nicola Daniel |
Queen Mary's High 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 908 pupils attend Queen Mary's High School and it's led by the Head Teacher, Mrs Nicola Daniel.
Queen Mary's High School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
Queen Mary's High School was last inspected by Ofsted on 12/10/2021 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 22/11/2021, 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 | 12/10/2021 | 1 | 22/11/2021 | Outstanding | Full Report |
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Ofsted Report Summary
Queen Mary's High School was inspected by Ofsted on 12 October 2021 and received an Outstanding rating in all areas. The quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth form provision were all deemed to be of the highest standard.
The inspection report highlights the exceptional performance of the school across all aspects of its operations. The school's commitment to providing an outstanding education and fostering a positive learning environment is evident in the results of the inspection.
Queen Mary's High School has demonstrated its ability to consistently deliver excellent outcomes for its students, thanks to the dedication and hard work of its staff and leadership team. The school's Outstanding rating is a testament to its ongoing success and its position as a leading educational institution.
GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Queen Mary's High School for the 2022-23 academic year.
| GCSE Subjects Offered |
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| A-Level Subjects Offered |
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GCSE & A-Level Performance
Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Queen Mary's High 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) | 23 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 8 |
| Biology | 114 | - | - | - | - | - | 7 | 16 | 20 | 29 | 42 |
| Chemistry | 114 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 5 | 16 | 27 | 27 | 38 |
| Chinese | 27 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 11 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 24 | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 2 | 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Design & Technology | 20 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| English Language | 120 | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 18 | 34 | 36 | 16 | 14 |
| English Literature | 120 | 1 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 7 | 30 | 30 | 32 | 17 |
| French | 18 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Geography | 35 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 10 | 9 | 13 |
| German | 35 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 11 | 10 | 6 | 4 | 3 |
| History | 58 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 6 | 17 | 16 | 17 |
| Mathematics | 120 | - | - | - | - | - | 11 | 18 | 33 | 39 | 19 |
| Music | 11 | - | - | 2 | - | 2 | 2 | 4 | - | 1 | - |
| Physics | 114 | - | - | - | - | 3 | 8 | 23 | 35 | 26 | 19 |
| Religious Studies | 61 | - | 1 | - | - | - | 3 | 3 | 10 | 15 | 29 |
| Spanish | 38 | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 9 | 5 | 9 |
| Drama & Theatre Studies | 8 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Science: Double Award | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Art and Design (Fine Art) | 9 | - | - | - | - | 4 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Biology | 50 | - | 1 | 7 | 9 | 14 | 17 | 2 | |||
| Chemistry | 46 | - | 4 | 6 | 8 | 17 | 9 | 2 | |||
| Economics | 18 | - | - | 1 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 1 | |||
| English Language | 17 | - | - | - | 1 | 7 | 5 | 3 | |||
| English Literature | 11 | - | - | - | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | |||
| History | 16 | - | - | 1 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 1 | |||
| Mathematics | 43 | - | 3 | 4 | 6 | 17 | 11 | 2 | |||
| Mathematics (Further) | 6 | - | - | 1 | 3 | 1 | - | 1 | |||
| Physics | 7 | - | 1 | 2 | 1 | - | 2 | 1 | |||
| Psychology | 44 | - | 1 | 2 | 12 | 16 | 9 | 3 | |||
| Religious Studies | 6 | - | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | 1 | |||
FAQ
Is Queen Mary's High School hard to get into?
Yes, Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High School a private school?
No, Queen Mary's High School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Queen Mary's High School free?
Yes, Queen Mary's High School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Queen Mary's High School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Queen Mary's High School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Queen Mary's High 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 Queen Mary's High School a girls-only school?
Yes, Queen Mary's High School is a girls-only school.
