Reading Girls’ School
Berkshire
Overview
Reading Girls’ School is a single-sex, partially selective (bilateral) school in Reading, Berkshire. The school has over 700 pupils. Reading Girls’ School has a ‘selective stream’ providing a more intensive academic education. This is designed to enable intelligent and adaptable girls to progress through the National Curriculum to achieve the highest possible grades in public examinations.
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Girls' bilateral school
Apply by 5th October 2018
Test date: October (12th October 2018)
Results Sent to Parents: October
Allocations: 1st March 2019
Admissions and exam information
The exam is made up of three GL Assessment papers. Approximately 50 minutes is allowed for each paper. There will be a break between papers. This exam covers verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and mathematics.
Total of 170 places in Year 7, of which 42 are selective
The selective test will consist of three GL Assessment Papers: verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and a mathematics paper. All papers will be multiple choice and are typically around 50 minutes long each.
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If you’re not sure what verbal reasoning or non-verbal reasoning is all about, or if you want to get a better understanding of the kind of knowledge children need for the 11 Plus exams, then try out some practice questions below. Get your son or daughter to have a go too! Can they beat you? We love a bit of friendly competition!
Exam preparation
From experience we know that the best preparation for the exams cannot be achieved in a short period of time. We believe the earlier your child can practice the better chance they have in securing a place.
How can you ensure my child gets into the best schools possible?
We know that preparing for the exam can be a major focus in your child’s education and we are here to support you throughout that journey. We do not believe in simply ‘teaching to a test’, which is why we offer individualised courses and specialist courses that complement your child’s education in the run up to and beyond the exam.
Working in small groups and independently our members grow in confidence and develop exam techniques to prepare them for the day of the exam and beyond.
Our unique approach not only uses the most up-to-date resources, our engaging and motivational tutors will guide and support your child every step of the way, whilst providing clear and honest feedback about your child’s progress.
How often should my child have extra tuition?
At Explore we take a blended approach that involves a weekly individual session, essential to focus on your child’s core maths and English skills and vital to exam success, as well as one scheduled class-taught session each week that focuses on exam-specific techniques and content. As part of our offering we recommend regular home practice, to embed learning of new skills covered in class. We utilise bespoke online and paper-based materials to provide your child with clear activities to practise at home.
Why should I choose Explore Learning?
We understand that you want to give your child the best opportunities in life and we are here to support you throughout their journey into secondary education. We believe every child should have fair access to exam preparation, we don’t pre-test children, and welcome children of all abilities and will give them the best possible preparation to demonstrate their potential.
Our comprehensive 11 Plus and Entrance Exam courses give children the opportunity to become confident in a range of verbal and non-verbal reasoning methods. In addition, we ensure children are developing the core maths and English skills needed to tackle any exam with confidence. We also prepare children for entrance exams into independent schools, tailoring our courses to suit the focus of schools in the local area.
How to secure a place at this school
Our centres specialise in 11 Plus exam preparation so your child has access to regular practice and the best 11 Plus tuition in the country. For more information, visit one of our recommended centre pages to see how we can cater for your child. To discuss your child’s needs we recommend arranging a visit at one of our Explore Learning tuition centres.
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11 Plus course info
Our course is open to all. We don’t pre-test; we welcome all children with the ambition and drive to go to grammar or independent school.
Students on the 11 Plus course attend twice a week; one exam preparation class (tailored to the local exam requirements) and one tailored, flexible session that focuses on developing core maths and English skills. 11 Plus members also have access to a fantastic online resource with unlimited non-verbal and verbal reasoning exam style questions – perfect for home practice whenever you want it.
Our course starts 12 months prior to the exam for Year 5 members.
To find out our membership prices, find your nearest centre.