Southend High School for Boys' 11+ Admissions Test requirements

About Southend High School for Boys

Southend High School for Boys is a selective, academy secondary school in Essex. The school is a proud partner of the South Bucks Partnership sixth form.

Admissions Requirements

The testing for admission to the school at age 11 is determined through a selection procedure administered by the Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex (CSSE). These admission criteria are to be read with the locally agreed co-ordinated admissions scheme. Full details of the admission process are published in the secondary booklet available from www.southend.gov.uk/admissions. The application process, in summary, involves five stages:

 i. test registration for your child; 

ii. test attendance by your child; 

iii. receipt of test results for your child; 

iv. application, naming this school as a preference, to your Local Authority; and 

v. allocation of places at this school by the Local Authority. 

This document provides additional detail about each of these steps, waiting lists, and appeals. 

Application Process 

All applications will be processed through the Local Authority Co-ordinated Admissions Procedure. Parents must express a preference for this school on their Local Authority (LA) Single Application Form (or Common Application Form) in order for their child to be considered for a place. [The deadline for completing this form if you live within the Southend or Essex Local Authorities is 31st October (subject to confirmation).]

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11+ Admissions Test Format

The Southend High School for Boys’ test comprises two one-hour papers, covering verbal, mathematical, and non-verbal reasoning skills.

11+ Revision Tips for Southend High School for Boys

• Practice Papers: Utilise past test papers to familiarise your child with the format and types of questions.
• Time Management: Teach time management strategies to ensure your child completes each section within the allocated time.
• Critical Thinking: Encourage analytical thinking skills, as the test assesses problem-solving abilities.
• Verbal Skills: Enhance vocabulary and reading comprehension through regular reading and word games.
• Maths Practise: Strengthen maths skills with daily practice to tackle the mathematical section confidently.

Southend High School for Boys Information

County: Essex

Address: Prittlewell Chase, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS0 0RG

Website: https://www.shsb.org.uk/

Type: Boys High School

Year 7 Places: 180

Competition: 5+ applicants per place

Exam Format: GL style

FAQs 

What is the competition like for Year 7 admission?

Southend High School for Boys is highly competitive, with six applicants vying for each available spot in Year 7.

How can I support my child in 11+ exam preparation?

It’s essential to make sure that you don’t overwhelm your child with 11+ revisions alongside their existing school work. Make a schedule together that relies on short bursts of revision and consistent retrieval practice. Focus on the sections they find the hardest and boost their confidence by adding in sections they have mastered to ensure they don’t forget the topics.

What support is available for test preparation?

The school may offer guidance or resources, and you can find many online materials and tutoring services to help your child prepare effectively. Sample practice papers are available free of charge on the CSSE website: https://csse.org.uk/