King Edward VI Aston School

King Edward VI Aston School in Aston, Birmingham uses GL Assessment. The test is provided by GL Assessment and typically evaluates Mathematics, English comprehension and SPaG, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal/Spatial Reasoning using multiple-choice optical mark sheets.

King Edward VI Aston School offers approximately 120 Year 7 places, with competition historically rated as High. Admissions criteria: King Edward VI Aston School will only consider students who pass the entrance exam with an 11 Plus grade that meets the requirements.

Includes Alum Rock, Aston, Bromford & Hodge Hill, Castle Vale, Erdington, and others. For state grammar applications, parents must ensure their permanent residence satisfies published local authority criteria before the 31st October Common Application Form (CAF) deadline.

To request a Year 7 spot, parents have to register their child online directly through the Grammar Schools of Birmingham Consortium. Key dates: Exam: September. Always consult the official school website for any annual adjustments.

Focus on: Start reviewing material at least a year before., Cover English Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning, Mathematics, and Non-verbal + Spatial Reasoning., Use a 'little and often' study strategy.. Preparation should begin in early Year 5 with disciplined 15-minute daily micro-practice, timed mock exams matching the GL Assessment format, and systematic mistake review using LuraPrep to eliminate repeat errors.