Further Update to Admissions Test Arrangements

2027 Admissions Test update (applicable to current Year 4)

'Attend school every day, enjoy your learning'. One simple message for success in the new Admissions test.

The grammar schools in Gloucestershire are delighted to be working with the Future Stories Community Enterprise (FSCE) to provide the entrance test to be completed in July 2027 for entry in September 2028.

What will be in the test?

The test is designed to align closely with the work students experience in their primary schools. Maths and English form the main part of the assessment, so preparation can focus on developing the maths skills they are learning in school, along with reading a wide and exciting range of books across different genres.

The test has been developed alongside primary school experts, ensuring there are no surprises or the need for specialist preparation beyond the core curriculum.

As part of the assessment, there will also be an opportunity for young people to demonstrate their passion for learning through the lens of the foundation subjects studied at primary school. No specific prior knowledge is required, but the topics are designed to engage and interest those taking the test.

To support this, activities such as visiting museums, exploring new genres of books, and applying mathematical learning to everyday life can all be valuable ways to prepare.

All grammar schools in Gloucestershire will provide familiarisation materials on their websites from the end of September.

Contact

Ms Sarah Graves, G7 Admissions Manager

Email: enquiries@glosgrammars.com

Denmark Road High School Admissions

Email: admissions@denmarkroad.org

About Denmark Road High School

Denmark Road High School is a girls’ grammar school for students aged 11-18, located on Denmark Road, Gloucester.