About the school
The King's School is a selective school in Grantham. It admits boys and is part of the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools for 11+ testing.
| School type | Grammar · Boys |
|---|---|
| Sixth form | Yes |
📅 Open days: For students considering entry in September 2027, the school's Open Evening took place on Monday, 29 June 2026.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | GL Assessment |
|---|---|
| Consortium | Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools |
| Delivery | Paper-based |
| Subjects tested | Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Spatial Awareness |
📄 Free The King's School, Grantham practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Catchment gives priority |
|---|---|
| Detail | The consultation page says oversubscription criteria include 20 Pupil Premium places within 30 miles, then other applicants by score; the FAQ also says evidence for Pupil Premium must be with the school by 31 October for priority consideration. |
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
The only dated 11+ timeline found is for entry in September 2027: registration opened on 2026-01-09, closed on 2026-03-31, reopened for late registration on 2026-05-01 and closed on 2026-07-17; the tests were on 2026-09-12 and 2026-09-19. Applications through the home local authority were between September and October 2026, with a deadline of 31 October 2026. Open Evening for September 2027 entry was on 2026-06-29.
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