Withington Girls’ School
Withington Girls' School is a popular independent day school for girls located in Fallowfield, Manchester, United Kingdom. The school was founded in 1890 and has a long history of providing outstanding education for girls. It is known for its academic excellence and a strong tradition of empowering young women.
The school offers education from ages 7 to 18. Withington is recognised for its high academic standards and has a reputation for sending girls to top universities. It also places importance on extracurricular activities, including sports and the arts.
English (1 hour)
The WGS English assessment is a well rounded test that measures comprehension ability and also composition in the form of creative writing. The assessment is not overly complicated and allows for girls of all abilities to perform to their own ability and girls with a flair for writing can shine.
Verbal Reasoning (50 mins)
Verbal reasoning tests are often used as part of entrance exams for schools to assess communication skills, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. These tests often can give an idea of aptitude and ability for leaning beyond current achievement.
Maths (45 mins)
The Maths assessment for WGS is one of the better 11+ maths assessments across schools. It isn’t overly complex, but covers a wide range of material and affords girls the opportunity to show their mathematical ability across many different areas of maths.
Non-Verbal Reasoning (20 minutes)
Non-verbal reasoning tests are designed to evaluate abstract and analytical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work with visual information. They are often used in educational settings to identify students' potential in subjects that require spatial awareness and logical reasoning, such as mathematics and the sciences.
Interviews
Interviews take the form of an informal chat. Your daughter may be asked about her responses in the examination papers or she may be asked more general questions about her interests, things she enjoys at school or any other relevant topics. At the end of the interview, parents are invited to join the conversation.
Don’t be tempted to complete a large amount of tests in preparation. This is not a good way to prepare and it is likely to make little or no difference to your child’s results.
Focus on bringing up your child’s academic standard in order to successfully gain a place. This way when your child does gain entry, they will continue to thrive when they start.
Reading a variety of good quality classic books will help improve your child’s vocabulary and reading skills.
Familiarise yourself with the format of the exam. Know the types of questions, the time constraints, and any specific instructions.
Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly. Your physical well-being can have a positive impact on your cognitive abilities and concentration.
Practice under exam conditions. This includes timing yourself, avoiding distractions, and creating an environment similar to the actual exam setting.
