Wolverhampton Girls' High School 11+
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How to get into Wolverhampton Girls' High School
Wolverhampton Girls' High School is a selective secondary school in Wolverhampton. To get into Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton Girls' High School with all the important information you need to know.
Admission Requirements
Wolverhampton Girls' High School is a maintained, selective grammar school for girls aged 11 to 18 years [1]. The school has an admission number of 180 places for Year 7 [1].
All parents living both within and beyond the City of Wolverhampton may apply for their daughters to be admitted to the school [1]. Wolverhampton Girls' High School does not have a catchment area and children do not have to be living in the City of Wolverhampton to apply.
Girls must be of secondary school age to apply for Year 7 entry in September 2025. There is no charge or cost related to the admission of a pupil to the school [1]. Entry is determined by performance in the West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ examination.
Application Process
Families must complete a two-stage application process. The registration portal for the West Midlands Grammar Schools Entrance Test opens on Tuesday 6th May 2025 and closes on Friday 27th June 2025. Late applications are those where parents have not registered with the school by 4pm on 30th June 2024 [1].
Families must also submit the Common Application Form through their home council website from early September, with a deadline of Thursday 31st October 2024. Parents need to name Wolverhampton Girls' High School as one of their preferred schools on the secondary school common application form.
- Register for the 11+ examination between 6th May and 27th June 2025
- Complete the Common Application Form through the local authority by 31st October 2024
- Include Wolverhampton Girls' High School on the preference list
- Attend the examination in September 2025
- Receive results by Friday 17th October
- Await school offers in March 2025
All late candidates will be tested and the school will publish information regarding how to register for a late test in November/December 2024 [1].
Examination Requirements
The 11+ exam at Wolverhampton Girls' High School is part of the West Midlands Grammar Schools Consortium. The school uses GL Assessment as the test supplier, in line with other Midlands selective entry schools [1].
The exam consists of two one-hour papers. Each exam lasts 50 minutes and all questions are multiple-choice. The examination covers:
- English Comprehension - reading and understanding skills
- Verbal Reasoning - logical thinking and vocabulary
- Non-Verbal Reasoning - pattern recognition and spatial awareness
- Mathematics - arithmetic and problem-solving
The score is standardised to a mean of 200, to allow for the candidate's age on the day of the test [1]. Families receive their child's results by Friday 17th October.
Selection Criteria
Passing the 11+ exam does not guarantee that children will be allocated a place at the school. Many grammar schools are often oversubscribed with qualified children. Distance to the school is only used as a tie break for the last place in each admissions category, measured in a straight line from the school to the child's permanent home address.
Priority is given to candidates who achieve the qualifying score, with places allocated based on:
- Looked after children or previously looked after children who achieve the qualifying score
- Pupils eligible for Pupil Premium who achieve the qualifying score
- All other candidates who achieve the qualifying score, in rank order
- Distance from school as a tie-breaker for final places
Preparation Guidance
Pupils who are able to score 80%+ consistently in practice tests should be on track to pass the 11+ test. It is important to build a good knowledge base before the 11+ using a 'little and often' approach when learning. For children aged 10-11, child psychologists recommend regular study sessions of 20-30 minutes.
Families should begin preparation well in advance of the examination. Practice exam papers help identify a child's strengths and weaknesses and can improve their time management skills. For specific practice materials, families should visit practice 11+ papers and consider professional support through 11+ tutoring.
- Start preparation 12-18 months before the examination
- Use regular 20-30 minute study sessions for optimal learning
- Focus on English, Mathematics, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
- Practice with GL Assessment style papers specifically
- Aim for consistent 80%+ scores in practice tests
- Complete timed practice sessions to build exam stamina
Examination Day Information
After registration, children will be invited to take the 11+ exam at one of the participating schools and allocated a test venue and a slot to take the test in September. The examination takes place in September 2025 at designated test centres.
On examination day, candidates should arrive at their designated venue with appropriate identification and writing materials as specified in their examination instructions. Children will have separate answer sheets which they use to mark their answers and these are marked electronically.
Families should ensure children are well-rested and have eaten appropriately before the examination. The school environment will be formal but supportive, with clear instructions provided at each stage of the testing process.
Alternative Schools and Backup Options
The West Midlands Grammar Schools partnership provides an opportunity for schools to share candidate results amongst other partnership schools [1]. This means that if children sit the entrance test in Wolverhampton, they can be eligible to apply for any of the grammar schools in Birmingham, Walsall, Shropshire, or Warwickshire [1].
Families should research other grammar schools in the West Midlands consortium as backup options. The same examination results can be used for multiple school applications within the partnership, providing broader opportunities for placement.
Local comprehensive schools in Wolverhampton should also be considered as alternatives. Families should complete their Common Application Form with multiple school preferences to ensure suitable secondary school placement regardless of grammar school outcomes.
Important Dates for 2025 Entry
The key dates for September 2025 entry follow a structured timeline:
- 6th May 2025 - Registration portal opens for 11+ examination
- 27th June 2025 - Registration deadline for 11+ examination
- Early September 2024 - Common Application Forms become available
- September 2025 - 11+ examination takes place
- 17th October 2025 - Results released to families
- 31st October 2024 - Deadline for Common Application Form submission
- March 2025 - School offers made to successful candidates
For specific contact information and additional support, families should refer to the school information section for direct communication with the admissions team.
West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ Information
In order to get into Wolverhampton Girls' 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.
Other Schools using West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+
As well as Wolverhampton Girls' 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
- Queen Mary's High School
- Alcester Grammar School
- King Edward VI School
- Lawrence Sheriff School
- Rugby High School
- Stratford Girls' Grammar School
West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Wolverhampton 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!
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 Wolverhampton Girls' High School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the Wolverhampton Girls' High School 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into Wolverhampton Girls' 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 | |
| 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 Wolverhampton Girls' High School as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Wolverhampton Girls' 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 Wolverhampton Girls' High School 11+ Tests
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11+ Past Papers for Wolverhampton Girls' High School
Here are all available past 11+ papers for Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton Girls' High School currently uses.
The exam board (or test supplier) that Wolverhampton 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 |
|---|---|---|
| CEM* Now use GL Assessment | Mixed |
11+ Practice Papers for Wolverhampton Girls' 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+ to get into Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 West Midlands Grammar Schools 11+.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton Girls' High School together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Wolverhampton Girls' High School, Tettenhall Road, Tettenhall, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV6 0BY |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.wghs.org.uk/ |
| Telephone | 01902551515 |
| Email Address | enquiries@wghs.org.uk |
| Gender | Girls only |
| Total Year 7 Places | Unknown |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 1147 (1147 Girls / 0 Boys) |
| Headteacher | Mrs T Young |
Wolverhampton 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 1,147 pupils attend Wolverhampton Girls' High School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mrs T Young.
Wolverhampton Girls' High School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
Wolverhampton Girls' High School was last inspected by Ofsted on 28/11/2023 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 21/01/2024, 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 | 28/11/2023 | 1 | 21/01/2024 | Outstanding | Full Report |
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Ofsted Report Summary
Wolverhampton Girls' High School was inspected by Ofsted on 28 November 2023, and the overall outcome was Outstanding. The school demonstrated exceptional performance across all areas assessed, including quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth form provision.
The inspection report highlighted the school's outstanding quality of education, indicating that students receive high-quality teaching and learning experiences. The school's behaviour and attitudes were also rated as outstanding, suggesting that students display exemplary conduct and positive attitudes towards their education. Additionally, the school's personal development provision was deemed outstanding, demonstrating a strong commitment to nurturing students' well-being and growth beyond academic achievements.
The leadership and management at Wolverhampton Girls' High School were also recognized as outstanding, reflecting the effective governance and strategic direction provided by the school's leaders. Furthermore, the sixth form provision was rated as outstanding, indicating that the school offers excellent opportunities and support for students pursuing higher education or career paths after completing their secondary education.
GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Wolverhampton Girls' High 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 Wolverhampton 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) | 35 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 3 | 6 | 8 | 5 | 11 |
| Biology | 123 | - | - | - | - | 3 | 5 | 18 | 21 | 35 | 41 |
| Chemistry | 123 | - | - | - | - | 4 | 8 | 14 | 19 | 32 | 46 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 65 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 4 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 12 |
| Design & Technology | 23 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 8 | 10 | 2 |
| English Language | 145 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 9 | 37 | 34 | 36 | 27 |
| English Literature | 145 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 9 | 25 | 28 | 40 | 39 |
| D&T Food Technology | 57 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 8 | 17 | 13 | 17 |
| French | 54 | 2 | - | - | - | 3 | 1 | 8 | 5 | 16 | 19 |
| Geography | 74 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 8 | 14 | 24 | 25 |
| History | 71 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | 2 | 7 | 22 | 20 | 18 |
| Latin | 65 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 | 8 | 15 | 21 | 8 |
| Mathematics | 145 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 9 | 14 | 45 | 48 | 28 |
| Music | 14 | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | 2 | 5 | 4 | 2 |
| Physics | 123 | - | - | - | - | 3 | 8 | 15 | 22 | 33 | 42 |
| Religious Studies | 50 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 6 | 14 | 26 |
| Russian | 48 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 4 | 16 | 21 | 5 |
| Physical Education/Sports Studies | 30 | - | - | - | 2 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Science: Double Award | 22 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Biology | 84 | - | 6 | 13 | 16 | 23 | 15 | 8 | |||
| Business Studies:Single | 12 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Chemistry | 75 | - | 7 | 19 | 16 | 13 | 11 | 8 | |||
| Classical Civilisation | 11 | - | - | 1 | 3 | 3 | 4 | - | |||
| Computer Studies / Computing | 13 | - | 1 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Economics | 10 | - | - | 1 | 5 | 2 | 2 | - | |||
| English Literature | 20 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 7 | 8 | |||
| Geography | 15 | - | - | - | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | |||
| Government and Politics | 15 | - | - | - | 3 | 4 | 7 | - | |||
| History | 19 | - | - | 2 | 1 | 6 | 7 | 2 | |||
| Latin | 6 | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | 1 | - | |||
| Mathematics | 40 | - | 9 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 7 | |||
| Mathematics (Further) | 8 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | 5 | 1 | |||
| Physical Education / Sports Studies | 6 | - | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | - | |||
| Physics | 17 | - | 3 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Psychology | 55 | - | 2 | 5 | 8 | 16 | 15 | 8 | |||
| Religious Studies | 13 | - | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 5 | - | |||
| Sociology | 16 | - | - | - | 3 | 7 | 3 | 3 | |||
| Spanish | 11 | - | - | - | 1 | 7 | 3 | - | |||
FAQ
Is Wolverhampton Girls' High School hard to get into?
Yes, Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton Girls' High School a private school?
No, Wolverhampton Girls' High School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Wolverhampton Girls' High School free?
Yes, Wolverhampton Girls' High School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Wolverhampton Girls' High School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Wolverhampton Girls' High School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Wolverhampton 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 Wolverhampton Girls' High School a girls-only school?
Yes, Wolverhampton Girls' High School is a girls-only school.
