Skipton Girls' High School 11+
Crucial 11+ info, past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for Skipton Girls' High School.
How to get into Skipton Girls' High School
Skipton Girls' High School is a selective secondary school in North Yorkshire. To get into Skipton Girls' High School children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into Skipton Girls' High School with all the important information you need to know.
Admission Requirements
Children eligible for Year 7 entry in September 2025 must take the 11 plus exam [1]. The school offers 116 places annually, with an average of five applications for every place.
Families must submit the Common Application Form (CAF) through their local authority by 31st October 2025 (see key dates). Registration for the school's selection tests closes on Wednesday 27th August 2025 (see key dates).
- Complete the school's registration form which is available on the school website
- Information on completing the form can be found in the school's admissions handbook
- All prospective pupils must take the 11 Plus test to be considered for a place
- Contact details available in the school information section
Priority Area and Oversubscription Criteria
Skipton Girls' High School has a priority area with preference based on location and distance from the school. This priority area covers Skipton at the south and extends up into the Yorkshire Dales National Park. A map of the priority area is available in the school admissions policy [1].
In the event of oversubscription, the school follows specific criteria in order of priority. About a quarter of the intake comes from outside the priority area.
- Looked after or previously looked after girls who have reached the required standard
- Girls registered as Pupil Premium and eligible for Free School Meals at the time of application
- Girls living within the school's priority area who have reached the required standard
- Girls living outside the school's priority area who have reached the required standard
- Within each group, priority is given to girls who live closest to the school
Application Process
Parents must complete a registration form for their daughter to take the school selection tests, which can be downloaded directly from the school's website [1]. Families are warmly invited to the Year 5 Open Evening on Thursday 10 July 2025 (see key dates).
To apply, families need to name the school as one of their preferred schools on the secondary school common application form. This form will be available on the home council website from early September and must be submitted by 31st October 2025 (see key dates).
- Register for the selection tests by Wednesday 27th August 2025 (see key dates)
- Download and complete the registration form from the school website
- Registration cards will be posted during the week of 8th September 2025 (see key dates)
- Late registration forms are only accepted in exceptional circumstances
- For queries, contact the admissions team via the school information section
The 11 Plus Examination
The selection tests take place on Saturday 27th September 2025 (see key dates). The 2025 selection test will be provided by Future Stories Community Enterprise (FSCE), noting that the exam provider may be changing the structure and content from September 2025.
The examination consists of three separate tests covering Mathematics, English, and Verbal Reasoning. All questions are multiple-choice and answers are marked electronically using separate answer sheets.
- Mathematics - 50-minute paper with 50 multiple choice questions
- English - 45-50 minute paper with 50 multiple choice questions, including two extracts with questions plus spelling, punctuation and grammar
- Verbal Reasoning - 50-minute paper with 85 multiple choice questions
- Results are received by families before 21st October 2025 (see key dates)
- Passing the 11 plus does not guarantee allocation of a place
Preparation Guidance
Pupils who consistently score 80%+ in practice tests should be on track to pass the examination. Child psychologists recommend regular study sessions of 20-30 minutes for children aged 10-11. A 'little and often' approach is key as brains encode new information more effectively with smaller chunks.
Parents are responsible for encouraging their child's 11 Plus revision well ahead of the actual exam, with practice papers being an effective way to increase confidence. For comprehensive practice resources, families should visit our practice papers section.
- Build a good knowledge base before the 11 plus
- Use regular 20-30 minute study sessions
- Practice papers help children become familiar with test requirements
- Consider professional tutoring support through our tutoring recommendations
- Understand the age-standardisation scoring system where scores normally range from 60 to 142, with 100 being average
Practical Advice
Families receive test results before 21st October 2025 (see key dates). National school offers are made on Monday 2nd March 2026 (see key dates). Parents who do not receive a place have a statutory right of appeal, but cannot submit an appeal until after receiving their secondary school place on National Offer Day.
Many grammar schools are oversubscribed with qualified children, and schools work through admissions criteria to prioritise children for places. Families should prepare backup options within North Yorkshire grammar schools and comprehensive schools.
- Build confidence for exam day through proper preparation
- Children who meet the qualifying standard become eligible for a place
- Consider other North Yorkshire schools as backup options
- A waiting list is maintained and prioritised according to oversubscription criteria
- For appeals information, contact North Yorkshire Council admissions appeals office
- For specific school contact details, visit the school information section
Skipton Girls' High School 11+ Information
In order to get into Skipton Girls' High School, children need to pass the Skipton Girls' High School 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
Skipton Girls' High School 11+ Subjects & Structure
The Skipton Girls' High School 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- Maths
- English
- Verbal Reasoning
The 11 plus exam at Skipton Girls' High School is a competitive assessment designed to evaluate the academic abilities of prospective students. The exam is administered by GL Assessment, a well-established provider of 11 plus tests in England. The assessment consists of three separate papers, each focusing on a specific subject area.
The maths paper evaluates the child's understanding of Key Stage 2 mathematical concepts, covering topics such as number, measurement, geometry, and statistics. The English paper comprises two reading comprehension extracts and may also assess the child's proficiency in spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Lastly, the verbal reasoning test measures the child's ability to apply logic and reasoning skills to solve problems involving written information, such as letters, words, symbols, or numbers.
It is important to note that verbal reasoning is not part of the national curriculum, so children may be less familiar with this type of assessment. All the questions in the 11 plus exam at Skipton Girls' High School are multiple-choice, and answers are marked electronically using separate answer sheets.
Skipton Girls' High School 11+ Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Skipton Girls' 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!
Skipton Girls' High School 11+ Pass Mark
The pass mark for the Skipton Girls' High School 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 Skipton Girls' High School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the Skipton Girls' High School 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into Skipton Girls' High School) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2025 | Skipton Girls' High School Open Evening | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 27/08/2025 | Deadline To Apply For The Selection Test | |
| Early September | Copies Of Your Daughter's Personal Registration Card Will Be Posted To You | |
| 27/09/2025 | Selection Tests At Skipton Girls' High School | |
| Late October | National Deadline To Apply For Secondary School Places | |
| 02/03/2026 | National Secondary School Offers Day |
Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Skipton Girls' High School as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Skipton Girls' High School
As the Skipton Girls' High School 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 Skipton Girls' High School 11+ Tests
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11+ Past Papers for Skipton Girls' High School
Here are all available past 11+ papers for Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' High School currently uses.
The exam board (or test supplier) that Skipton Girls' 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 |
|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning | |
| GL Assessment | Mixed | |
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Skipton Girls' High School
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Skipton Girls' High School 11+ Ensure you double-check with Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' High School 11+ to get into Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' High School 11+.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' High School together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Skipton Girls' High School, Gargrave Road, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23 1QL |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.sghs.org.uk/ |
| Telephone | 01756707600 |
| Email Address | admissions@sghs.org.uk |
| Gender | Girls only |
| Total Year 7 Places | 116 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 889 (889 Girls / 0 Boys) |
| Headteacher | Ms Martha Featherstone |
Skipton Girls' 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 889 pupils attend Skipton Girls' High School and it's led by the Headteacher, Ms Martha Featherstone.
Skipton Girls' High School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
Skipton Girls' High School was last inspected by Ofsted on 21/09/2022 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 20/11/2022, 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 | 20/11/2022 | Good | Full Report |
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Ofsted Report Summary
Skipton Girls' High School was inspected by Ofsted on 21 September 2022, and the overall outcome was Good. The school received a Good rating for the quality of education, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth form provision. The behaviour and attitudes of students were deemed Outstanding.
The inspection results highlight the school's commitment to providing a high-quality education and fostering a positive learning environment. The Good rating in most areas demonstrates that the school is effectively meeting the needs of its students and preparing them for future success. The Outstanding rating for behaviour and attitudes is a testament to the school's ability to create a respectful and inclusive atmosphere where students are engaged and motivated to learn.
Skipton Girls' High School should be proud of its achievements and continue to build upon its strengths to ensure that all students receive the best possible education. The school's leadership and staff are clearly dedicated to the well-being and academic growth of their students, as evidenced by the positive inspection results across multiple areas of assessment.
GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' 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) | 45 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 19 | 9 | 12 |
| Biology | 132 | 1 | - | - | - | 12 | 24 | 35 | 22 | 19 | 19 |
| Business Studies:Single | 63 | - | - | 1 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 16 | 10 | 12 | 4 |
| Chemistry | 132 | 1 | - | - | 5 | 18 | 23 | 33 | 21 | 13 | 18 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 13 | - | - | - | 3 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Applied Engineering | 16 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 |
| English Language | 139 | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 20 | 45 | 29 | 18 | 20 |
| English Literature | 138 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 7 | 13 | 36 | 37 | 27 | 16 |
| D&T Food Technology | 14 | - | - | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | - |
| French | 54 | 1 | - | 1 | 4 | 7 | 10 | 3 | 11 | 5 | 12 |
| Geography | 51 | 1 | - | - | 1 | 3 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 13 |
| German | 12 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| History | 96 | - | - | 1 | 4 | 6 | 12 | 19 | 16 | 20 | 18 |
| Mathematics | 139 | - | - | - | 2 | 10 | 23 | 34 | 32 | 25 | 13 |
| Media/Film/Tv Studies | 31 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 4 |
| Music | 11 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Art & Design (Photography) | 19 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Physics | 132 | 2 | - | - | - | 17 | 26 | 29 | 20 | 19 | 19 |
| Religious Studies | 136 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 4 | 21 | 22 | 35 | 51 |
| Spanish | 81 | 1 | - | - | 10 | 5 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 10 | 8 |
| Drama & Theatre Studies | 14 | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | - | 3 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Physical Education/Sports Studies | 22 | - | - | - | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | - |
| Science: Double Award | 6 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Art and Design (Fine Art) | 13 | - | - | - | - | 5 | 7 | 1 | |||
| Biology | 57 | - | 4 | 9 | 13 | 10 | 14 | 5 | |||
| Business Studies:Single | 22 | - | - | 3 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 3 | |||
| Chemistry | 45 | - | 1 | 9 | 8 | 14 | 6 | 5 | |||
| English Language | 8 | - | - | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | - | |||
| English Literature | 24 | - | - | 1 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 4 | |||
| French | 10 | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | 5 | - | |||
| Geography | 25 | - | - | 2 | 6 | 8 | 5 | 4 | |||
| Government and Politics | 12 | - | - | 2 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | |||
| History | 24 | - | - | 1 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 6 | |||
| Mathematics | 37 | - | 1 | 2 | 5 | 12 | 11 | 6 | |||
| Physics | 14 | - | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 5 | - | |||
| Psychology | 52 | - | 6 | 7 | 10 | 18 | 9 | 2 | |||
| Religious Studies | 20 | - | 1 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 5 | 1 | |||
| Spanish | 8 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 5 | 2 | |||
FAQ
Is Skipton Girls' High School hard to get into?
Yes, Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' High School a private school?
No, Skipton Girls' High School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Skipton Girls' High School free?
Yes, Skipton Girls' High School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Skipton Girls' High School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Skipton Girls' High School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Skipton Girls' 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 Skipton Girls' High School a girls-only school?
Yes, Skipton Girls' High School is a girls-only school.
