Queen Mary's High School
Upper Forster Street, Walsall, WS4 2AE
Admissions at a glance
Entry to Year 7 is determined by the GL 11+ entrance exam, with admissions based purely on exam rank order and no catchment area.
Subjects tested
- Verbal reasoning
- Non-verbal reasoning
- Numerical ability
- Reading comprehension
Frequently asked questions
What kind of school is Queen Mary's High School?
Queen Mary's High School is a grammar for girls in Walsall.
Which entrance test does Queen Mary's High School use?
The test is set by GL Assessment. It is part of the West Midlands consortium. Always confirm the current arrangements with the school.
What subjects are in the test?
Children are assessed in Verbal reasoning, Non-verbal reasoning, Numerical ability, Reading comprehension. 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 150 places in Year 7.
Is there a catchment area?
No
How can my child prepare for Queen Mary'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.