Aylesbury High School 11+ Guide
A detailed look at Aylesbury High School including past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers.
About Aylesbury High School
Aylesbury High School is a selective secondary school in Buckinghamshire. For children to get into Aylesbury High School they need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Hence, Aylesbury High School is a traditional grammar school, one of only 163 remaining in England.
Nestled in the heart of Buckinghamshire, Aylesbury High School is a beacon of academic excellence for girls aged 11 to 18. As a grammar school, it has built a reputation for providing an exceptional education that challenges and inspires its students to reach their full potential. The school's commitment to academic rigour is matched by its dedication to fostering a well-rounded educational experience, ensuring that each student develops not only intellectually but also personally and socially.
At Aylesbury High School, the curriculum is designed to be both comprehensive and innovative, offering a wide array of subjects that span the sciences, mathematics, humanities, and the arts. The school's faculty is composed of highly qualified and passionate educators who are committed to nurturing their students' curiosity, critical thinking skills, and love for learning. Through engaging lessons and hands-on learning experiences, students are encouraged to explore their interests, ask questions, and push the boundaries of their knowledge.
Beyond the classroom, Aylesbury High School offers a wealth of extracurricular activities that allow students to discover and cultivate their talents. From sports teams and music ensembles to debate clubs and community service initiatives, there is no shortage of opportunities for girls to get involved and make a difference. These experiences not only enrich their educational journey but also help them develop important life skills such as leadership, teamwork, and communication.
The school's commitment to excellence is reflected in its outstanding academic results, with students consistently achieving top marks in their GCSE and A-level exams. However, Aylesbury High School recognizes that true success goes beyond grades and accolades. The school places a strong emphasis on values such as integrity, respect, and empathy, encouraging its students to become responsible, compassionate, and engaged citizens who are prepared to make a positive impact on the world around them.
At Aylesbury High School, every student is valued for her unique talents, interests, and background. The school fosters a warm and inclusive community where diversity is celebrated, and each girl is supported in her journey of self-discovery and personal growth. With its outstanding academic program, rich extracurricular offerings, and commitment to empowering young women, Aylesbury High School is the ideal choice for girls who aspire to excellence in all aspects of their lives.
School Information
Below you will find further information about Aylesbury High School together with their admissions contact details.
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Aylesbury High School, Walton Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP21 7SX |
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School Website | https://www.ahs.bucks.sch.uk/ |
Telephone | 01296388222 |
Email Address | office@ahs.bucks.sch.uk |
Gender | Girls only |
Total Year 7 Places | 186 |
Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 1305 (1305 Girls / 0 Boys) |
Headteacher | Mrs Marieke Forster |
Aylesbury 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 1,305 pupils attend Aylesbury High School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mrs Marieke Forster.
Aylesbury High School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Aylesbury High School for the 2022-23 academic year.
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Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Information
In order to get into Aylesbury High School, children need to pass the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT). This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Subjects & Structure
The Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- English comprehension
- Technical English
- Verbal reasoning
- Key Stage 2 maths
- Non-verbal reasoning
- Spatial reasoning
The Secondary Transfer Test is a crucial assessment for students seeking admission to Aylesbury High School. This exam, provided by GL Assessment, evaluates a range of skills and knowledge across two distinct one-hour papers.
The first paper focuses on verbal abilities, assessing proficiency in English comprehension, technical English, and verbal reasoning. These skills are essential for understanding complex texts, expressing ideas effectively, and making logical deductions.
The second paper concentrates on mathematical and non-verbal skills. It covers Key Stage 2 maths, non-verbal reasoning, and spatial reasoning. This section tests a student's ability to solve numerical problems, identify patterns, and visualize spatial relationships. Success in this exam requires a solid foundation in mathematics and strong problem-solving skills.
Other Schools using Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT)
As well as Aylesbury High School, several other schools also use Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT). These are:
- Aylesbury Grammar School
- Beaconsfield High School
- Burnham Grammar School
- Chesham Grammar School
- Dr Challoner's Grammar School
- Dr Challoner's High School
- John Hampden Grammar School
- Royal Latin School
- Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School
- Sir William Borlase's Grammar School
- The Royal Grammar School, High Wycombe
- Wycombe High School
Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Aylesbury 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!
Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Pass Mark
The pass mark for the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) 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 Aylesbury High School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Key Dates for your Diary
Here are all the important dates for the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) tests (to get into Aylesbury High School) as well as other relevant dates.
Date | Event | Calendar Link |
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03/05/2024 | 11+ Registration Opens | Add Dates to Calendar |
14/06/2024 | 11+ Registration Closes | |
12/09/2024 | 11+ Exam Date | |
11/10/2024 | 11+ Results Released | |
31/10/2024 | Secondary School Application Deadline | |
03/03/2025 | School Allocations |
Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Aylesbury High School as they may well change.
Ofsted Information
Aylesbury High School was last inspected by Ofsted on 05/12/2023 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 07/02/2024, 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 | 05/12/2023 | 1 | 07/02/2024 | Outstanding | Full Report |
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Ofsted Report Summary
Aylesbury High School received an Outstanding rating in its most recent Ofsted inspection on 5 December 2023. The school demonstrated exceptional performance across all key areas, 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, which provides students with a rich and engaging learning experience. The behaviour and attitudes of students were also deemed outstanding, reflecting a positive and respectful learning environment. The school's commitment to personal development was praised, with inspectors noting the comprehensive support and guidance provided to students.
The leadership and management of Aylesbury High School were found to be outstanding, with a clear vision and effective strategies in place to drive continuous improvement. The sixth form provision was also rated as outstanding, preparing students well for their future academic and professional pursuits.
GCSE & A-Level Performance
Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Aylesbury 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 | |||||||||
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U | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | ||
Art & Design (Fine Art) | 32 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 16 |
Art & Design (Textiles) | 12 | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Biology | 178 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 6 | 20 | 33 | 42 | 75 |
Business Studies:Single | 74 | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 17 | 19 | 21 | 13 |
Chemistry | 177 | - | - | - | - | 6 | 7 | 24 | 30 | 51 | 59 |
Computer Studies/Computing | 31 | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 7 |
Dance | 19 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 5 | 2 |
Economics | 50 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 12 |
Applied Engineering | 14 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 3 |
English Language | 182 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 18 | 30 | 48 | 41 | 41 |
English Literature | 182 | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 3 | 22 | 46 | 46 | 63 |
D&T Food Technology | 28 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 11 | 10 | 4 |
French | 63 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 9 | 12 | 13 | 9 | 19 |
Geography | 61 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 6 | 9 | 22 | 23 |
German | 38 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 5 | 10 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
History | 78 | - | - | - | - | 4 | 5 | 9 | 16 | 17 | 27 |
Mathematics | 182 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 4 | 21 | 32 | 71 | 52 |
Music | 26 | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 2 |
Physics | 176 | - | - | - | - | 3 | 8 | 20 | 32 | 54 | 59 |
Religious Studies | 27 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 6 | 7 | 12 |
Spanish | 86 | - | - | - | - | 6 | 9 | 6 | 17 | 21 | 27 |
Drama & Theatre Studies | 39 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 7 | 16 | 7 | 7 | 1 |
Physical Education/Sports Studies | 32 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 5 |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
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Art and Design (Fine Art) | 7 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | |||
Biology | 87 | - | - | 12 | 11 | 22 | 27 | 15 | |||
Business Studies:Single | 19 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 8 | 6 | 3 | |||
Chemistry | 87 | - | 3 | 11 | 14 | 23 | 27 | 9 | |||
Computer Studies / Computing | 10 | - | - | 4 | - | 3 | 3 | - | |||
Economics | 19 | - | - | 2 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | |||
English Language | 26 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 13 | 8 | 2 | |||
English Literature | 30 | - | - | 1 | 5 | 12 | 7 | 5 | |||
French | 12 | - | - | - | 4 | 1 | 5 | 2 | |||
Geography | 20 | - | - | - | 4 | 7 | 3 | 6 | |||
German | 7 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | |||
Government and Politics | 26 | - | - | - | 5 | 8 | 9 | 4 | |||
History | 35 | - | - | 3 | 2 | 9 | 12 | 9 | |||
Mathematics | 104 | - | 5 | 7 | 11 | 21 | 39 | 21 | |||
Mathematics (Further) | 10 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 4 | 4 | |||
Physics | 25 | - | 3 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 1 | |||
Psychology | 55 | - | 1 | 1 | 9 | 20 | 17 | 7 | |||
Spanish | 19 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 3 | 11 | 3 |
Past 11+ Paper Downloads
Unfortunately, Aylesbury High School has not made any of their past 11+ papers publicly available.
Practice 11+ Paper Downloads
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT) Ensure you double-check with Aylesbury High School which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.
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 | Marking Scheme (Answers) |
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GL Assessment | English | |||
GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | |||
GL Assessment | Maths | |||
GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
Owl Tutors
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published by Owl Tutors.
Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Marking Scheme (Answers) |
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GL Assessment | English | ||
GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | ||
GL Assessment | Maths | ||
GL Assessment | Writing |
Bond
These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by Bond.
Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Marking Scheme (Answers) |
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GL Assessment | English | ||
GL Assessment | Maths | ||
GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning | ||
GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
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 | Marking Scheme (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 | Marking Scheme (Answers) |
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CEM | Maths | |||
CEM | Verbal Reasoning | |||
CEM | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
FAQ
Is Aylesbury High School hard to get into?
Yes, Aylesbury 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 Aylesbury High School a private school?
No, Aylesbury High School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Aylesbury High School free?
Yes, Aylesbury High School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Aylesbury High School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Aylesbury High School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Aylesbury 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 Aylesbury High School a girls-only school?
Yes, Aylesbury High School is a girls-only school.