Wallington County Grammar School

Wallington County Grammar School in Wallington, Sutton uses Sutton Grammar Schools Consortium (SET). The assessment tests students under strict standardized timed conditions using multiple-choice optical answer sheets or written papers.

Wallington County Grammar School offers approximately 150 Year 7 places, with competition historically rated as 7:1. Admissions criteria: Based solely on the results of the Selective Eligibility Test (SET).

No designated catchment area; places are awarded on academic merit. For state grammar applications, parents must ensure their permanent residence satisfies published local authority criteria before the 31st October Common Application Form (CAF) deadline.

Apply via the Sutton SET portal and include on the CAF. Key dates: Registration Opens: 1 May 2026; Registration Closes: 31 July 2026; 2026 Exam Date(s): Stage 1: 15 Sept 2026, Stage 2: 26 Sept / 3 Oct 2026; Results to Parents: Mid-October 2026. Always consult the official school website for any annual adjustments.

Focus on: Strong arithmetic and reading comprehension skills are essential., Prepare for the Selective Eligibility Test (SET).. Preparation should begin in early Year 5 with disciplined 15-minute daily micro-practice, timed mock exams matching the Sutton Grammar Schools Consortium (SET) format, and systematic mistake review using LuraPrep to eliminate repeat errors.