Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School 11+ Guide

About Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School

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

Nestled in the charming coastal town of Ramsgate, Kent, Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School is a beacon of academic excellence. This co-educational institution was born from the union of two esteemed single-sex schools, each with a rich heritage spanning centuries. Today, Chatham & Clarendon seamlessly blends tradition with innovation, creating a dynamic learning environment that nurtures the minds and hearts of its students.

At Chatham & Clarendon, education extends far beyond the pages of textbooks. The school's comprehensive curriculum is designed to ignite passion, foster creativity, and inspire ambition. Alongside a robust academic foundation in core subjects, students are encouraged to explore their interests through a diverse range of extracurricular activities. From thought-provoking debates and soul-stirring musical performances to strategic chess matches and environmental activism, there is something for every student to embrace and excel in.

The school's unwavering commitment to student well-being is evident in its exceptional pastoral care program. By cultivating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere, Chatham & Clarendon ensures that each student feels valued, understood, and empowered to reach their full potential. The dedicated staff works tirelessly to instill resilience, independence, and self-confidence in every pupil, equipping them with the tools they need to navigate life's challenges and emerge as well-rounded, successful individuals.

Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School takes immense pride in the outstanding academic achievements of its students. Year after year, the school celebrates impressive GCSE and A-Level results, with a significant proportion of its graduates securing places at prestigious universities across the United Kingdom. This track record of success is a testament to the school's unwavering dedication to academic excellence and its ability to bring out the best in every student.

School Information

Below you will find further information about Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School together with their admissions contact details.

Chatham & Clarendon 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).

In total 1,503 pupils attend Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mrs Debra Liddicoat.

Chatham & Clarendon 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 Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School for the 2022-23 academic year.

Kent 11+ Test Information

In order to get into Chatham & Clarendon Grammar 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 is the entrance examination for students seeking admission to Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School. This assessment, provided by GL Assessment, comprises two multiple-choice papers that evaluate the candidate's abilities across various subjects.

The first paper, which lasts for one hour, focuses on English and maths. The questions in this section are based on the Key Stage 2 national curriculum, ensuring that the content aligns with the students' current level of education.

The second paper, also one hour in duration, assesses the candidate's skills in verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, and spatial reasoning. These subjects are not typically taught in schools, which means that students may be less familiar with the question styles and formats. However, these sections aim to gauge the candidate's innate abilities and potential, rather than their acquired knowledge.

Other Schools using Kent 11+ Test

As well as Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School, several other schools also use Kent 11+ Test. These are:

• Barton Court Grammar School
• Borden 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
• Sir Roger Manwood's School
• 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 Chatham & Clarendon 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!

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 Chatham & Clarendon Grammar 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 Chatham & Clarendon 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 Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School as they may well change.

Ofsted Information

Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School was last inspected by Ofsted on 11/09/2014 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 03/10/2014, 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

GCSE & A-Level Performance

Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Chatham & Clarendon 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, Chatham & Clarendon 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 Kent 11+ Test Ensure you double-check with Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.