11+ in Lincolnshire: Grammar Schools & Preparation Guide
Lincolnshire retains one of the strongest networks of selective grammar schools in England outside of Kent and Buckinghamshire. This guide covers every grammar school, the exam format used, and how to prepare effectively.
Lincolnshire Grammar Schools
Lincolnshire County Council coordinates the 11+ process across the county. Most schools use the GL Assessment format for Verbal Reasoning and English. Registration typically opens in June/July of Year 5 with tests in September/October of Year 6.
Lincoln Minster School
Lincoln
Independent (selective)King Edward VI Grammar School
Louth
Selective grammarCaistor Grammar School
Caistor
Selective grammarQueen Elizabeth's Grammar School
Alford
Selective grammarSkegness Grammar School
Skegness
Selective grammarSpalding Grammar School
Spalding
Selective grammarBoston Grammar School
Boston
Selective grammarHorncastle Banovallum School
Horncastle
Selective grammarWhat Does the Lincolnshire 11+ Test?
Verbal Reasoning (GL Assessment)
Most Lincolnshire grammar schools use the GL Assessment Verbal Reasoning paper. This covers all 21 GL question types (A–U), including synonyms (Type A), antonyms (Type B), analogies (Type E), homophones (Type G), anagrams (Type J), hidden words (Type L), and letter codes (Type S/T). Children typically sit a 50-minute paper with 80 questions.
English
An English comprehension paper is included at most schools. This tests reading understanding, vocabulary in context, grammar and punctuation. Strong vocabulary is essential — children need to understand and use words at or above their year group level.
Mathematics
A Maths paper is included by most schools. Topics include arithmetic, word problems, shape and space, and data handling — broadly aligned to the Year 6 curriculum with some extension.
Preparation Timeline
Build core vocabulary. Read widely. Aim for 20 mins of vocabulary practice daily.
Introduce all 21 GL question types systematically. Focus on verbal reasoning patterns.
Register for the 11+ (Lincolnshire registration typically June–July). Begin timed practice.
Final preparation. Sit mock papers under exam conditions. Keep up vocabulary review.
Rest well the night before. Arrive early. Read questions carefully.
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