We currently hold 34 ready papers for The Manchester Grammar School (17 English, 17 Maths). Typical paper length in our set is around 37 minutes. Topics covered across worked answers include Comprehension, Geometry, Numbers, Statistics, Verbal Reasoning, Data Analysis, Vocabulary, Grammar.
Our MGS paper set builds pace, accuracy and topic breadth for one of the most demanding 11+ assessments in the North West.
Exam format
Board / format
Manchester Grammar School own entrance assessments.
Sections
English and Maths papers designed for a highly selective academic day school.
Duration
Paper lengths vary; many MGS-style papers in our set run around 30–45 minutes — check the school’s current exam notice.
Question counts
We hold one of the largest MGS practice sets on the site (English and Maths), each with worked answers.
Calculator policy
Non-calculator unless stated otherwise by the school for a given assessment.
Format notes are summarised for parents preparing with practice papers. Confirm current details on the school’s admissions pages.
Key dates — 2026 Year 7 entry
Registration
Apply via MGS admissions. Registration windows and open events are listed on mgs.org each year.
Exam
Entrance exams are usually held in the winter of Year 6.
Offers
Offer dates follow the school’s published admissions calendar after assessment.
Confirm all deadlines on mgs.org for the intake you are targeting. Content owner: editorial.
Scoring & pass marks
No simple published pass mark.
MGS entry is highly competitive. The school does not publish a fixed pass mark; selection is based on performance across the entrance process.
Save with a paper pack
Buy individual The Manchester Grammar School papers for £6 each, or unlock Maths, English or all papers with a pack.
Single paper — £6 with worked answers and 12 months’ access
Paper packs — from £79 for Maths, English or all papers
