Shrewsbury High School GDST 11+ Exam Guide

Shropshire · West Midlands

Format to confirm Paper + computer

Information last verified 24 Sep 2026.

About the school

Shrewsbury High School is an all-through day school in Shropshire. It has educated girls since 1885 and from September 2026 is welcoming boys into Year 7 as it moves towards all-through co-education.

School typeIndependent (fee-paying) · Co-educational
Age range4-18
Founded1885
HeadteacherDarren Payne
Sixth formYes
FeesYears 7-9 £7,236 per term; Years 10 & 11 £7,319 per term; Years 12 & 13 £7,055 per term (2026-2027 fees, including VAT and meals where applicable)

📅 Open days: Whole School Open Day: 2026-09-26.

Entrance exam

Exam board / formatFormat to confirm
DeliveryPaper + computer
Subjects testedCAT4, Maths, English

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Admissions & catchment

CatchmentOpen to all — no catchment requirement

Key dates

Registration opensTo be confirmed
Registration deadlineTo be confirmed
Typical exam date16 Jan 2027

Applications are welcome throughout the year and early application is encouraged. Year 6 Activities Morning is held in the autumn term for Year 6 pupils thinking of joining Year 7 the following September. Offers will be made by February half term.

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