Woodford County High School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

How to get into Woodford County High School

Grammar SchoolEssex, Greater London7 days until registration closesOfsted: Good

Gender

Girls

Exam Board

Redbridge 11 Plus Selection Test

Places (Year 7)

180

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

18.9:1

Healthy

About Woodford County High School

Woodford County High School is a place where academically ambitious girls thrive, supported by teachers with deep subject expertise who foster genuine enthusiasm for learning. The curriculum is notably rigorous, with all pupils studying triple science and a language at GCSE, plus options including Latin and classical studies. Music and drama play a significant role in school life, alongside an impressive range of clubs and societies, many led by sixth formers. With outstanding sixth-form provision and strong pathways into medicine, dentistry and veterinary science, this is a school that prepares confident, articulate young women for competitive university places and beyond.

Frequently asked questions about Woodford County High School

How do I apply to Woodford County High School?

Registration opens on 1 May 2026 and closes on 15 June 2026. Full admissions details are available on the official Woodford County High School admissions page.

What subjects does Woodford County High School test in the 11+?

Woodford County High School tests candidates in English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

When is the Woodford County High School 11+ exam?

The Woodford County High School 11+ exam takes place on 18 September 2026.

Where is Woodford County High School located?

Woodford County High School is located in Woodford Green, Essex, United Kingdom.

Subjects Tested

Maths

English

Verbal Reasoning

Non-Verbal Reasoning

Ages & Pupils

1,245

Total pupils

Ofsted Rating

Good

Overall effectiveness

Inspected 22/11/2022

Quality of Education

Outstanding

Behaviour & Attitudes

Good

Personal Development

Good

Leadership & Management

Good

Sixth Form Provision

Outstanding

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

80.1

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

98.9%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

Address

High Road, Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 9LA

School Size

1,245 pupilsAbout Average

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

18.9:1Healthy

Consortium

School's Own

Admissions

Published Admission Number

180 places

Qualifying Score

Set annually by committee

Out of Catchment

Accepts students from outside catchment area

Catchment Area

Common Catchment Area (in practice no places awarded outside catchment)

Free School Meals

Up to 45 places (25%) reserved for Pupil Premium pupils in catchment area

Student Demographics

The percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals — a widely used indicator of the proportion of children from lower-income families.

12.4%

Free School Meals

The percentage of pupils whose first language at home is something other than English. Many of these children are fully fluent in English too!

68%

English as Additional Language

Pupils with an Education, Health and Care Plan — a legal document that describes a child's special educational needs and the support they receive.

0.16%

EHCP

Pupils receiving SEN Support — extra help in school for children with special educational needs who don't have an EHCP but still benefit from additional support.

2.97%

SEN Support

Links

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Woodford County High School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

About Woodford County High School

Frequently asked questions about Woodford County High School

Subjects Tested

Ages & Pupils

Ofsted Rating

Academic Performance

School Profile

Admissions

Student Demographics

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