About the school
Heckmondwike Grammar School is a state selective grammar school where students must pass an entrance exam to attend. The site gives the school address as High Street, Heckmondwike, West Yorkshire WF16 0AH and names Mr Peter Roberts as Headteacher.
| School type | Grammar · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Headteacher | Mr Peter Roberts |
| Sixth form | Yes |
📅 Open days: The Admissions Talk for September 2027 entry was presented during the 2026 Open Evenings.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | FSCE (Future Stories) |
|---|---|
| Delivery | Paper + computer |
| Subjects tested | English, Maths, Creative Writing |
📄 Free Heckmondwike Grammar School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Places (Year 7) | 210 |
| Competition | In recent years, there have been more students reaching the required standard than there are places available. |
Key dates
| Registration opens | 11 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Typical exam date | 14 Sep 2026 |
The pages only give exact dates for September 2027 entry: results available online 17 October (target date); outcomes shared with parents in mid-October; Local Authority CAF deadline follows; formal offers via the Local Authority in early March. The registration page says the exam is usually held in September and National Offer Day is usually 1 March.
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