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Grammar schools in Berkshire: Reading School and Kendrick preparation

Reading School and Kendrick School are among the most selective in England.

Berkshire has a small number of highly selective grammar schools. Reading School (boys) and Kendrick School (girls) in Reading are nationally renowned and extremely competitive. The entry test uses GL Assessment-style papers across Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

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Child preparing for Reading School or Kendrick 11 Plus entrance exam in Berkshire
GL
Exam format
Top 5%
Typical entry level
Year 5-6
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Reading School and Kendrick School: what parents should know

Both schools are in Reading and use a highly competitive selection process. Reading School (boys) and Kendrick School (girls) attract applicants from across Berkshire, Oxfordshire and Hampshire. Preparation needs to be thorough and consistent.

  • ✓Reading School — one of the top state grammar schools nationally
  • ✓Kendrick School — top state girls grammar school, Reading
  • ✓Both use GL Assessment-style selection tests
  • ✓Very high demand: far more applicants than places

What Berkshire 11+ preparation should include

At this level, accuracy and speed matter equally. Children need to be comfortable with all four subject areas under timed conditions.

  • ✓Maths problem solving beyond standard KS2 curriculum
  • ✓English comprehension with fast, precise reading
  • ✓Verbal reasoning: codes, analogies, word patterns
  • ✓Non-verbal reasoning: sequences, rotations, matrices

Practical plan

Berkshire 11+ preparation checklist

Step 1

Baseline test in all four subject areas — early Year 5.

Step 2

Daily reading with vocabulary review.

Step 3

Weekly maths problem-solving beyond school curriculum.

Step 4

Monthly timed mock papers from Year 5 Term 3 onwards.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is it to get into Reading School or Kendrick?

Both schools are among the most competitive state grammar schools in England. Only pupils performing in roughly the top 5% nationally tend to receive offers.

Do Berkshire grammar schools use the same test?

Most Berkshire grammars use GL Assessment. Reading School and Kendrick run their own selection process. Always check each school's admissions page for exact details.

Should we use a tutor for Berkshire 11+ prep?

Many families do. Whether using a tutor or not, consistent daily practice, strong reading habits and timed mock experience matter most.

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