Regional guide
Slough Consortium of Grammar Schools
One shared 11+ test for Slough's grammar schools. Understand the schools, GL format, catchment areas and how to prepare your child for 2026 entry and beyond.
Schools in the consortium
- Herschel Grammar School — co-educational, strong sciences and sixth form
- Langley Grammar School — co-educational, high academic outcomes
- St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School — faith school with grammar entry
- Upton Court Grammar School — co-educational, serves Slough and wider area
Exam format
The Slough Consortium uses GL Assessment papers in Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Maths and English. Children sit one test session; results are shared across consortium schools you apply to.
Catchment and oversubscription rules vary by school — always confirm the latest admissions policy on each school's website and Slough Borough Council school admissions.
Preparation tips
- Practise all four subjects weekly — don't neglect NVR if your child is stronger in Maths.
- Use timed mock tests from spring of Year 5 to build pace.
- Build vocabulary early — it supports both VR and English papers. See our vocabulary practice.
- Read our Buckinghamshire 11+ guide for detailed GL format notes (similar four-subject pattern).
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What is the Slough Consortium of Grammar Schools?
It is a group of grammar schools in Slough that share a single 11+ entrance test. Children take one exam and can list multiple consortium schools on their application.
Which schools are in the Slough Consortium?
The consortium includes Herschel Grammar School, Langley Grammar School, St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School and Upton Court Grammar School. All use the same GL Assessment entrance test.
What subjects are in the Slough 11 plus exam?
The Slough Consortium test uses GL Assessment format covering Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Maths and English — the same four-subject pattern as many Buckinghamshire schools.
How do I prepare for the Slough grammar school exam?
Build consistent practice across all four subjects, use timed mock tests and check catchment rules for each school. KidSmart covers GL-style VR, NVR, Maths and English with adaptive difficulty.