Dr Challoner's High School
Cokes Lane, Amersham, HP7 9QB
Key details checked against the school's website
Admissions at a glance
Entry is via the GL exam, and there is no interview stage. A Supplementary Information Form is required for catchment consideration.
Subjects tested
- English
- Maths
- Non-verbal Reasoning
- Verbal Reasoning
- Spatial Reasoning
Frequently asked questions
What kind of school is Dr Challoner's High School?
Dr Challoner's High School is a grammar for girls in Amersham. It takes pupils aged 11-18.
Which entrance test does Dr Challoner's High School use?
The test is set by GL Assessment. Always confirm the current arrangements with the school.
What subjects are in the test?
Children are assessed in English, Maths, Non-verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, Spatial Reasoning. Practising each of these little and often helps far more than cramming.
When do I need to register?
Registration usually opens in May. It usually closes in June. Dates change each year, so check the school or council website.
How many Year 7 places are there?
There are around 180 places in Year 7.
Is there a catchment area?
Yes, priority given to girls living in catchment who achieve the qualifying score in the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test.
How can my child prepare for Dr Challoner's High School?
Start with short daily practice across the tested subjects, then move on to timed mock tests. Our 11+ Grammar quiz and worksheets track which question types need more work.