Key 11 Plus dates11 Plus Online Tuition

Admissions arrangements for entry to Year 7 are co-ordinated in conjunction with the Local Authority (BCP Council).

Selection to any of the four local grammar schools is by an 11 Plus Entrance Test. Students will be considered for admission to the grammar school of their choice, if they meet the required standard in the entrance tests used and administered by the local grammar schools.

There is one set of selection tests for Bournemouth School for Girls, Bournemouth School, Parkstone Grammar School and Poole Grammar School (the “Consortium”). Whilst the testing procedures are shared, each school has its own admission policy and over-subscription criteria.

2026 – 11 Plus Key dates you need to know.

The following table details key dates you need to know, if your child is starting Year 7 in September 2027.

DateAction 
Monday, 13 April 2026Register for Entrance Exam via chosen Grammar School Website
Midday – Friday, 4 September 2026Closing date for registration
Monday, 7 September 2026Deadline to submit Access Arrangements form & evidence
Saturday, 26 September 202611 Plus Entrance Exam
Friday, 16 October 202611 Plus results posted by first class post / sent via email
Midday – Saturday, 31 October 2026Closing date for school applications to local authorities
Monday, 1 March 2027School offer letter sent by local authorities