Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Selective
Chelmsford, Essex
Chelmsford County High School for Girls is a highly selective grammar school for girls with a reputation for excellent academic outcomes and broad extracurricular opportunities.
Exam Board
CEM
Competition Ratio
High
Key Dates (2026 Entry)
- 1Registration Opens: 1 April 2026
- 2Registration Closes: 3 June 2026
- 32026 Exam Date(s): 3 September 2026
- 4Results to Parents: Mid-October 2026
How to Prepare
Familiarise with the CEM testing style, particularly numerical and verbal reasoning.
Work on reading comprehension under strict time constraints.
Contact Information
Admission Guidelines
Admission is based strictly on performance in the CEM entrance exam.
Catchment Area
Priority is given to girls living within the 12.5-mile priority area.
Application Procedure
Register for the CEM test via the school's website and complete the Local Authority Common Application Form.