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Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle

West Street, Horncastle, LN9 5AD

Admissions at a glance

Applications are handled through Lincolnshire County Council; no interview stage for 11+ admissions; the school does not have a fixed catchment area.

Subjects tested

  • Non-verbal Reasoning
  • Spatial Reasoning
  • Verbal Reasoning

Frequently asked questions

What kind of school is Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle?

Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle is a grammar for mixed in Horncastle. It takes pupils aged 11 to 18.

Which entrance test does Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle use?

The test is set by GL Assessment. It is part of the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools. Always confirm the current arrangements with the school.

What subjects are in the test?

Children are assessed in Non-verbal Reasoning, Spatial Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning. Practising each of these little and often helps far more than cramming.

When do I need to register?

Registration usually opens in Jan. It usually closes in Mar. Dates change each year, so check the school or council website.

How many Year 7 places are there?

There are around 120 places in Year 7.

How can my child prepare for Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle?

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.