Lancaster Royal Grammar School 11+ Guide

About Lancaster Royal Grammar School

Lancaster Royal Grammar School is a selective secondary school in Lancashire. For children to get into Lancaster Royal Grammar School they need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Hence, Lancaster Royal Grammar School is a traditional grammar school, one of only 163 remaining in England.

Nestled in the heart of Lancashire, Lancaster Royal Grammar School (LRGS) is a remarkable institution that has been nurturing young minds for centuries. As a selective boys' day and boarding school, LRGS has earned an outstanding reputation for its unwavering commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development. With a rich history spanning over seven centuries, the school has established itself as a beacon of educational brilliance, consistently producing exceptional results and shaping the lives of countless students.

At LRGS, the curriculum is thoughtfully designed to encompass a wide range of disciplines, ensuring that students receive a comprehensive and well-rounded education. From the timeless wisdom of classics to the cutting-edge advancements in natural sciences and computer science, the school's academic offerings are carefully curated to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in higher education and beyond. The dedicated and highly qualified teaching staff at LRGS work tirelessly to create an engaging and supportive learning environment, fostering a love for learning and encouraging students to reach their full potential.

Beyond the classroom, LRGS offers an unparalleled array of co-curricular activities, catering to the diverse interests and talents of its students. Whether it's the thrill of cricket, the intellectual stimulation of debating, the discipline of rowing, or the camaraderie of the Law Society, there is something for everyone at LRGS. The school's extensive extra-curricular programme is designed to complement academic pursuits, promoting personal growth, leadership skills, and a sense of community among students.

The school's commitment to excellence is evident in its outstanding academic results, with a significant proportion of students achieving top grades in their exams. However, LRGS's success extends beyond academic achievements. The school's boarding provision has been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, a testament to the exceptional care, support, and guidance provided to students who choose to board. LRGS takes pride in being a quality, affordable alternative to the independent sector, offering boarding fees that are significantly lower than the average cost of private boarding schools.

At Lancaster Royal Grammar School, students embark on a transformative journey, surrounded by a nurturing and inspiring environment that fosters their intellectual, personal, and social growth. With its rich heritage, outstanding academic programme, diverse co-curricular offerings, and commitment to affordability, LRGS stands as a shining example of educational excellence, preparing young men to become the leaders and innovators of tomorrow.

School Information

Below you will find further information about Lancaster Royal Grammar School together with their admissions contact details.

Lancaster Royal Grammar School 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).

Notably, Lancaster Royal Grammar School is one of very few English grammar schools to also offer boarding facilities.

In total 1,261 pupils attend Lancaster Royal Grammar School and it's led by the Head, Dr Christopher Pyle.

Lancaster Royal Grammar 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 Lancaster Royal Grammar School for the 2022-23 academic year.

Lancashire 11+ Information

In order to get into Lancaster Royal Grammar School, children need to pass the Lancashire 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.

Lancashire 11+ Subjects & Structure

The Lancashire 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:

• English
• Maths
• Verbal Reasoning

The 11 plus exam for admission to Lancaster Royal Grammar School assesses prospective students across three key areas: English, Maths, and Verbal Reasoning. The examination, which is consistent with other grammar schools in Lancashire, is provided by GL Assessment.

The format of the Lancashire 11 plus exam is entirely multiple-choice. Students are given separate answer sheets on which they indicate their responses to the questions posed in each of the three test papers. These answer sheets are then submitted for electronic marking.

Other Schools using Lancashire 11+

As well as Lancaster Royal Grammar School, several other schools also use Lancashire 11+. These are:

• Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School
• Clitheroe Royal Grammar School
• Lancaster Girls' Grammar School

Lancashire 11+ Marking Process

The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Lancaster Royal Grammar 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!

Lancashire 11+ Pass Mark

The pass mark for the Lancashire 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 Lancaster Royal Grammar School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.

Lancashire 11+ Key Dates for your Diary

Here are all the important dates for the Lancashire 11+ tests (to get into Lancaster Royal Grammar School) as well as other relevant dates.

Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Lancaster Royal Grammar School as they may well change.

Ofsted Information

Lancaster Royal Grammar School was last inspected by Ofsted on 19/10/2021 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 10/01/2022, 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

Ofsted Report Summary

Lancaster Royal Grammar School was inspected by Ofsted on 19 October 2021 and received an overall outcome of Good. The quality of education was rated as Good, while both behaviour and attitudes and personal development were deemed Outstanding. Leadership and management also received a Good rating.

The sixth form provision at Lancaster Royal Grammar School was judged to be Outstanding by Ofsted during the inspection. This highlights the excellent quality of education and support provided to students in the sixth form.

GCSE & A-Level Performance

Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Lancaster Royal Grammar 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)

A-Level Results Information (2022-23)

Past 11+ Paper Downloads

Unfortunately, Lancaster Royal Grammar 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 Lancashire 11+ Ensure you double-check with Lancaster Royal Grammar School which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.