Sir Roger Manwood's School 11+ Guide

About Sir Roger Manwood's School

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

Nestled in the charming town of Sandwich, Kent, Sir Roger Manwood's School is a co-educational grammar school with a fascinating heritage. This academy, which educates over 1,000 students, is committed to delivering an exceptional educational experience that caters to the diverse needs, interests, and backgrounds of its pupils. By fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment, the school aims to inspire confidence and prepare students for the challenges that lie ahead.

At Sir Roger Manwood's School, students benefit from a well-rounded curriculum that emphasizes core subjects such as English, mathematics, and science, while also providing exciting opportunities in fields like business, computer science, design, and technology. The school's enrichment programme is equally impressive, offering a wide range of activities including drama, chess, debating, and golf, ensuring that every student can explore and develop their passions.

The school places great importance on creating a safe and welcoming atmosphere where kindness and respect are paramount. Students are encouraged to embrace tolerance and understanding, with religious education classes providing valuable insights into different world religions. Ofsted has recognized the school's efforts, rating it as "Good".

Set on a stunning 30-acre site, Sir Roger Manwood's School provides an idyllic environment for students to learn, play sports, and enjoy their time at school. With a proven track record of academic success at both GCSE and A level, the school is dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential and achieve their goals.

School Information

Below you will find further information about Sir Roger Manwood's School together with their admissions contact details.

Sir Roger Manwood's 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).

In total 979 pupils attend Sir Roger Manwood's School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mr Lee Hunter.

Sir Roger Manwood's 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 Sir Roger Manwood's School for the 2022-23 academic year.

Kent 11+ Test Information

In order to get into Sir Roger Manwood's School, children need to pass the Kent 11+ Test. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.

Kent 11+ Test Subjects & Structure

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

• English
• Maths
• Verbal Reasoning
• Non-Verbal Reasoning
• Spatial Reasoning

The Kent Test, administered by GL Assessment, is the entrance examination for Sir Roger Manwood's School. This test is designed to evaluate a child's aptitude across a range of subjects, some of which may not be covered in the standard primary school curriculum.

The Kent Test consists of two multiple-choice papers, each lasting one hour. The first paper focuses on English and maths, with questions based on the Key Stage 2 national curriculum. The second paper assesses verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, and spatial reasoning skills. These subjects are not typically taught in schools, so children may be less familiar with the question formats.

By evaluating a child's performance across these diverse subjects, the Kent Test aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of a student's suitability for admission to Sir Roger Manwood's School. Preparing for the test may involve familiarizing oneself with the unique question styles and practicing time management skills to complete the papers within the allotted time.

Other Schools using Kent 11+ Test

As well as Sir Roger Manwood's School, several other schools also use Kent 11+ Test. These are:

• Barton Court Grammar School
• Borden Grammar School
• Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School
• Cranbrook School
• Dane Court Grammar School
• Dartford Grammar School
• Dartford Grammar School for Girls
• Dover Grammar School for Boys
• Dover Grammar School for Girls
• Gravesend Grammar School
• Highsted Grammar School
• Highworth Grammar School
• Invicta Grammar School
• Maidstone Grammar School
• Maidstone Grammar School for Girls
• Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend
• Oakwood Park Grammar School
• Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
• Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School
• Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
• The Folkestone School for Girls
• The Harvey Grammar School
• The Judd School
• The Norton Knatchbull School
• The Skinners' School
• Tonbridge Grammar School
• Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School
• Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys
• Weald of Kent Grammar School
• Wilmington Grammar School for Boys
• Wilmington Grammar School for Girls

Kent 11+ Test Marking Process

The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Sir Roger Manwood's 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!

Kent 11+ Test Pass Mark

The pass mark for the Kent 11+ Test 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 Sir Roger Manwood's School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.

Kent 11+ Test Key Dates for your Diary

Here are all the important dates for the Kent 11+ Test tests (to get into Sir Roger Manwood's 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 Sir Roger Manwood's School as they may well change.

Ofsted Information

Sir Roger Manwood's School was last inspected by Ofsted on 27/09/2022 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 10/11/2022, 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

Ofsted Report Summary

The inspection of Sir Roger Manwood's School on 27 September 2022 resulted in an overall outcome of Good. The school received a Good rating in all areas assessed, including Quality of education, Behaviour and attitudes, Personal development, Leadership and management, and Sixth form provision.

This indicates that the school provides a high-quality education to its students, with effective teaching and learning practices in place. The Good rating for Behaviour and attitudes suggests that students are well-behaved, respectful, and engaged in their learning. The school's strong performance in Personal development indicates that it successfully supports students' personal growth and well-being.

Furthermore, the Good rating in Leadership and management highlights the effectiveness of the school's leadership team in driving improvement and maintaining high standards. The Sixth form provision's Good rating demonstrates that the school offers a high-quality post-16 education, preparing students well for their future endeavors.

GCSE & A-Level Performance

Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Sir Roger Manwood's 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

Here are all available past 11+ papers for Sir Roger Manwood's 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 Sir Roger Manwood's School currently uses.

The exam board (or test supplier) that Sir Roger Manwood's 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 11+ practice papers helpful for your child's preparation.

Practice 11+ Paper Downloads

Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Kent 11+ Test Ensure you double-check with Sir Roger Manwood's School which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.