Manchester Grammar School entrance exam prep: how to prepare for 11+ entry
Preparing for Manchester Grammar School? Manchester Grammar School is a boys' day school in Manchester, admitting pupils at 11+. Its entry process includes Two English papers, Two arithmetic papers, Assessment-day lessons. This guide explains what Manchester Grammar School assesses, when, and how your child can practise the core skills at home.
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What Manchester Grammar School assesses
Boys attend an assessment day involving taught lessons, creative writing and group activities. They then sit two English and two arithmetic papers at the entrance examination day.
- Two English papers
- Two arithmetic papers
- Assessment-day lessons
- Creative writing
- Group activities
Timing: Applications close 18 November 2026; the entrance examination is 13 January 2027.
How Pass Masters helps
English
Comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and grammar practice that gets harder as your child improves, with step-by-step explanations.
Maths
Arithmetic, problem solving, fractions, ratio, geometry and data questions pitched to your child's year, from Year 3 up to early KS3 stretch work in Year 7.
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In topic practice and subject quizzes, Miss Obstein gives hints without giving away answers, then explains mistakes once your child has answered.
Suggested practice timeline
- Year 4: Build confidence and two-step reasoning across a wide range of topics, a little and often.
- Year 5: Deepen maths and English, start verbal and non-verbal reasoning in earnest, and add light timing.
- Year 6 (autumn): Timed, exam-style practice papers in the months before Manchester Grammar School's 11+ assessments.
Questions parents ask
What does the Manchester Grammar School entrance assessment involve?
Boys attend an assessment day involving taught lessons, creative writing and group activities. They then sit two English and two arithmetic papers at the entrance examination day.
When does Manchester Grammar School test applicants?
Applications close 18 November 2026; the entrance examination is 13 January 2027.
Which entry points does Manchester Grammar School offer?
Manchester Grammar School admits pupils at 11+. It is a boys' day school in Manchester.
Can Pass Masters help my child prepare for Manchester Grammar School?
Pass Masters gives adaptive practice in English, maths for Year 3 to Year 7, with timed CAT4, ISEB-style and 11+ papers. It does not cover interviews or Common Entrance subject papers. It is practice only and cannot guarantee a place.
Is Pass Masters linked to Manchester Grammar School?
No. Pass Masters is independent and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Manchester Grammar School. We use the school's name only to describe what its admissions page says about entry.
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Facts checked on 2026-11-01. Pass Masters is an independent practice platform. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to this school, ISEB, GL Assessment, CEM or any exam board. Our questions are original practice material, not past papers. Entry requirements change, so always check the school's own admissions page.