
Head: Andrea Gaunt
An accessible girls' grammar school in Wirral with an Outstanding Ofsted rating.
0
Year 7 Places
0.0:1
Applicants/Place
Pass Mark
0
Pupils
Max Score
282
Qualifying Score
220
78% of max
Applications
321
Offers Made
153
Score, then Distance
Places by test score. Equal scores broken by distance.
Sibling Priority
Pupil Premium
Process
Appeal must be sent in writing to the Clerk to the Governors. Reasons must be given in writing and the Appeals Panel decision is binding.
Waiting List
Waiting list for girls not offered a place in Year 7 who are eligible, ranked according to Admissions Criteria. Maintained until 31 December 2026.
1. Register
1 May 2026
2. Take Test
Wirral 11+
3. Results
19 Oct 2026
4. Offer Day
1 Mar 2027
A shared 11+ entrance exam used by 7 grammar schools, administered by GL Assessment, testing English, Mathematics. Two GL Assessment papers. Max score: 282 (2 × 141). Switched from CEM to GL in 2021. Roman Catholic Grammar School for girls aged 11-18. Boys welcomed to Sixth Form from September 2021. School founded over 150 years ago by Marie Madeleine. Age-weighted allowance made when papers are marked. Candidates must achieve Qualifying Standard including minimum standards in each part of Test. In-year admissions coordinated by school with sittings in November and March. 30 additional Sixth Form places available for external students.
Max
282
Qualifying Score
220
78% of max
Registration Opens
Registration opens for the 11+ exam
1 May 2026
Open Evening
open evening
17 Jun 2026
5:30pm
Registration Deadline
Final day to register for the 11+ exam
15 Jul 2026
Open Evening
open evening
9 Sep 2026
5:30pm
Exam Date
11+ entrance exam
19 Sep 2026
9:00am
Results Released
11+ results released to parents
19 Oct 2026
CAF Deadline
Common Application Form deadline (all LAs)
31 Oct 2026
National Offer Day
National Offer Day — places confirmed
1 Mar 2027
65.6
Attainment 8
Average achievement across 8 qualifications
88%
English + Maths 5+
Grade 5 or above in both
99%
English + Maths 4+
Grade 4 or above in both
97%
EBacc Entry
Entered the English Baccalaureate suite
6.29
EBacc APS
Average points across EBacc subjects
B-
Avg A-Level Grade
Average grade achieved across all A-Level entries
Bar shows this school. Ticks mark the England state-funded average (grey) and the typical grammar-school average (indigo).
Grammar median computed from up to 163 grammars.
79%
Higher Education
+11pp vs grammar avg
53%
Russell Group
Cohort destination breakdown
Destinations trend
Strongest at
Drama
48 entries
50%
+5.5pp vs school
Computer Science
40 entries
50%
+5.5pp vs school
Music
20 entries
50%
+5.5pp vs school
Watch list
Combined Science
100 entries
0%
-44.5pp vs school
Other Modern Languages
24 entries
42%
-2.8pp vs school
Strongest at
Biology
80 entries
50%
+3.5pp vs school
Psychology
74 entries
50%
+3.5pp vs school
Chemistry
50 entries
50%
+3.5pp vs school
Watch list
French
5 entries
0%
-46.5pp vs school
Entry Requirements
5 x Grade 5 at GCSE including English and Maths at grade 5. Grade 6 in GCSE in subject to be studied at A Level. Grade 7 in GCSE Maths for A Level Maths. Grade 8 in GCSE Maths for A Level Further Maths. Grade 5 in GCSE English/Maths for Film Studies, Law, Drama, Business, Psychology, BTEC IT/Health and Social Care.
Subjects Offered
Quality of Education
Outstanding
Behaviour & Attitudes
Outstanding
Personal Development
Outstanding
Leadership & Management
Outstanding
Sixth Form
Outstanding
Per-Pupil Funding
2025/20261,011 / 1,000(101%)
£0
Per Pupil Funding
Subjects Offered
Entry Requirements
5 x Grade 5 at GCSE including English and Maths at grade 5. Grade 6 in GCSE in subject to be studied at A Level. Grade 7 in GCSE Maths for A Level Maths. Grade 8 in GCSE Maths for A Level Further Maths. Grade 5 in GCSE English/Maths for Film Studies, Law, Drama, Business, Psychology, BTEC IT/Health and Social Care.
1:16.8
Staff:Pupil Ratio
97.98%
Qualified Teachers
4.16%
Absence Rate
6.09%
Persistent Absence
Fantastic Sixth form building offers dedicated study and social space and cafe for students in Years 12 and 13.
Sports
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STEM
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Arts
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Library
Well-resourced library with extensive book collection, periodicals, and digital resources. Quiet study areas and computer access available. Regular author visits and reading programmes.
Capital Projects
Recent improvements include refurbishment of science laboratories, upgrade of ICT facilities, and improvements to sports facilities. Ongoing maintenance and enhancement of the historic buildings.
Sports
Music & Performing Arts
Clubs & Societies
Duke of Edinburgh
true
Trips & Exchanges
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Community Service
Uniform
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School Meals
Hot meals are available in the school dining hall. Meals can be paid for online or by cash/cheque.
Homework Policy
Homework is set regularly to consolidate classroom learning. Years 7-8 receive approximately 1-1.5 hours per night, Years 9-11 receive 2-2.5 hours per night, and Sixth Form students are expected to complete independent study equivalent to classroom hours.
Behaviour Policy
High expectations of behaviour based on mutual respect. Clear rewards and sanctions system. Emphasis on personal responsibility and community values. House point system operates alongside formal disciplinary procedures.
Mobile Phone Policy
Mobile phones should not be used during lessons, but can be used at break times and lunchtime.
SEND Provision
Parents of children who have a special educational need which requires special consideration need to provide the School with details and the school will contact them to make appropriate arrangements for the Examination.
4.5
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Arriva bus route 84 from Chester, Arriva bus route 85 from Ellesmere Port
Nearest Station: Hooton
Transport Info
School buses available from various areas including Chester, Ellesmere Port, Heswall, West Kirby, and Liverpool. Merseyrail services connect to nearby stations. Free transport provided for eligible students living more than 3 miles from school.
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