Rickmansworth School
📍 Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire
Rickmansworth School operates as a partially selective academy. Academic selection is used for a percentage of places.
Exam Board
GL Assessment (Hertfordshire Consortium)
Competition Ratio
High
Key Exam Dates
- 1Open Days: Autumn 2026
- 2Registration Deadline: June 2026 (for 2027 entry)
- 3Exam Date: September 2026
Preparation Strategy Tips
Focus on GL Assessment practice
Strong foundations in Maths and English
Verbal Reasoning practice
Contact & Admissions Office
Address
Scots Hill, Croxley Green, Rickmansworth WD3 3AQ
Phone
01923 773296
Official Website
https://www.rickmansworth.herts.sch.uk/Admission Guidelines
Partial academic selection based on the GL Assessment.
Catchment Area Policy
Priority admission area surrounding the school.
Application Procedure
Register with the Hertfordshire Consortium, sit the test, and list on the CAF.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rickmansworth School
Verified admissions details, test formats, catchment guidelines, and preparation advice for Rickmansworth School.
What 11+ entrance exam board does Rickmansworth School use?
Rickmansworth School in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire uses GL Assessment (Hertfordshire Consortium). 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.
How many Year 7 places are available at Rickmansworth School and how competitive is it?
Rickmansworth School offers approximately 206 (approx 25% academic) Year 7 places, with competition historically rated as High. Admissions criteria: Partial academic selection based on the GL Assessment.
What is the catchment area policy for Rickmansworth School?
Priority admission area surrounding the school. For state grammar applications, parents must ensure their permanent residence satisfies published local authority criteria before the 31st October Common Application Form (CAF) deadline.
How and when do I apply for the Rickmansworth School 11+ test?
Register with the Hertfordshire Consortium, sit the test, and list on the CAF. Key dates: Open Days: Autumn 2026; Registration Deadline: June 2026 (for 2027 entry); Exam Date: September 2026. Always consult the official school website for any annual adjustments.
How can my child prepare for the Rickmansworth School entrance test?
Focus on: Focus on GL Assessment practice, Strong foundations in Maths and English, Verbal Reasoning practice. Preparation should begin in early Year 5 with disciplined 15-minute daily micro-practice, timed mock exams matching the GL Assessment (Hertfordshire Consortium) format, and systematic mistake review using LuraPrep to eliminate repeat errors.
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