Dartford Grammar School | Late Transfer (In-Year 12+ and 13+) Entry Information

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Introduction

 

Dartford Grammar School is a selective secondary school for boys in Dartford, Kent. Founded in 1576, the school has been rated as ‘outstanding’ by OFSTED and has specialist status in science and languages. [1]

 

The teaching provision covers a number of disciplines, allowing students to leave school with the qualifications necessary for them to thrive in both academic and non-academic areas. The curriculum includes classics, computer science & ICT, DT, drama, art, English, geography, history, economics, mathematics, MFL, music, PE, psychology, RS & philosophy, PHSE and science.

 

The popular DofE scheme is introduced within the scope of the school’s extracurricular programme, which includes drama, sports and music, as well. Thanks to DofE, students get to plan, organise and embark on expeditions to far-off countries and forge positive relationships with staff and peers while maximising the capacity of their own abilities.

 

The Mick Jagger Centre, named after the Rolling Stones vocalist who is among the school’s alumni, includes spacious classrooms and cutting-edge music practice rooms, and hosts a number of performing arts events throughout the year. [2]

 

One of the oldest schools in the UK, Dartford Grammar School ensures that pupils achieve great things through consistent efforts and high levels of discipline. Leavers are confident, thoughtful and energetic citizens who rise to the challenges of life in the global society, epitomising the school’s efforts to provide the best possible environment for all-round growth.

 

Dartford Grammar School’s standard entry point is 11 Plus. However, the school also accepts applications from pupils interested in In-Year (Late) Entry. To assess pupils for late transfer, Dartford Grammar School administers the CAT4 online test and assessments for Maths, English and MFL. 

 

The Cognitive Abilities Test (CAT4) covers four subject areas, each of them evaluating pupils’ Reasoning skills through standardised assessments. 

 

Dartford Grammar School Mid-School Entry (12 Plus & 13 Plus) Admissions Information

 

These tests will be taken at Dartford Grammar School. If you wish your child to be considered for the assessments, you should apply to the Local Authority using the In Year Common Application Form. 

 

In the case of tied scores, the school will offer a place to the student living closest to the school, as measured in a straight line using the National Land and Property Gazetteer (NLPG) address point data.

 

Dartford Grammar School Late Transfer (Mid-School Entry) Exam Information

 

Address: West Hill, Dartford DA1 2HW

County: Kent

Admissions info: [email protected] or  01322 223039

School type: Grammar school for boys

Number of students: 1200 (approx.)

 

As part of the assessment process for late transfer entry, your child will be asked to complete the CAT4 assessment. 

 

Based on performance in this test, schools can judge pupils’ progress over the academic year and hence decide on their setting and streaming (according to ability). 

 

This assessment is an effective way for schools to understand pupils’ strengths and weaknesses and to personalise learning and adapt teaching.

 

Dartford Grammar School Late Transfer (In-Year) Exam Format

 

The CAT4 assessment will cover Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Spatial Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning.

 

  • The Verbal Reasoning section examines problem-solving skills using words.

 

  • The Non-Verbal Reasoning section covers problem-solving using shapes and patterns, rather than words.

 

  • The Spatial Reasoning section assesses your child’s ability to identify shapes and how they change. 

 

  • The Quantitative Reasoning section tests their ability to solve problems using numbers.

 

Dartford Grammar School Late Transfer (In-Year) Practice Tests and Courses

 

To access 12+ Maths and English resources, please click here.

To access 13+ Maths and English resources, please click here.

 

Our CAT4 practice tests and courses are highly accurate, ensuring that your child’s preparation is targeted and efficient. Read on to learn more!

 

Online Practice Tests

Our highly rated CAT4 practice tests are available to take online immediately after purchase. Each module is marked automatically and can then be reviewed. Answers and explanations are provided for every question, as well as comparative ranking statistics on a per module basis so that you can precisely determine your child’s strengths and weaknesses. These practice tests are specifically designed for CAT4 Levels D and E, which are taken in Years 7 and 8 for 12+ and 13+ entry, respectively.

 

12+ CAT4 PRACTICE TESTS

CAT4 – Level D – Practice Test 1

CAT4 – Level D – Practice Test 2

CAT4 – Level D – Practice Test 3

CAT4 – Level D – Practice Test 4

CAT4 – Level D – Practice Test 5

 

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13+ CAT4 PRACTICE TESTS

CAT4 – Level E – Practice Test 1

CAT4 – Level E – Practice Test 2

CAT4 – Level E – Practice Test 3

CAT4 – Level E – Practice Test 4

CAT4 – Level E – Practice Test 5

 

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Online Skill Practice

The following Skill Practice Tests each focus on one module that will come up in the Levels D and E CAT4 assessment. Therefore, if your child finds particular modules challenging, you can target them specifically, making a big improvement in a short amount of time. Across each product, we cover every possible question variation that can come up in the actual exam. These topic based practice tests are therefore extremely efficient and effective. All tests are marked automatically and feedback, solutions and statistical rankings are provided.

 

12+ CAT4 SKILL PRACTICE TESTS

 

Non-Verbal Reasoning

CAT4 – Level D – Figure Matrices

CAT4 – Level D – Figure Classification

 

Verbal Reasoning

CAT4 – Level D – Verbal Classification

CAT4 – Level D – Verbal Analogies

 

Quantitative Reasoning

CAT4 – Level D – Number Analogies

CAT4 – Level D – Number Series

 

Spatial Reasoning

CAT4 – Level D – Figure Analysis

CAT4 – Level D – Figure Recognition

 

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13+ CAT4 SKILL PRACTICE TESTS

 

Non-Verbal Reasoning

CAT4 – Level E – Figure Matrices

CAT4 – Level E – Figure Classification

 

Verbal Reasoning

CAT4 – Level E – Verbal Classification

CAT4 – Level E – Verbal Analogies

 

Quantitative Reasoning

CAT4 – Level E – Number Analogies

CAT4 – Level E – Number Series

 

Spatial Reasoning

CAT4 – Level E – Figure Analysis

CAT4 – Level E – Figure Recognition

 

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Online Video Courses

The video courses provide a step-by-step framework that will allow your child to answer any CAT4 question efficiently, accurately and confidently. The total length of the video lessons in each course is over 15 hours but they can be watched in any order so you can target the specific question styles that your child finds the hardest. The video tutorials in each course can be watched as many times as you like.

 

CAT4 Quantitative Reasoning Course

CAT4 Non-Verbal Reasoning Course

CAT4 Spatial Reasoning Course

CAT4 Verbal Reasoning Course

 

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The information in this post was correct at the time of publishing. However, please be aware of future changes. We advise you to contact the school directly if you are unsure of anything. School contact details are provided within the post.

 

Please note that Pretest Plus is an independent publisher of practice tests and not affiliated with or endorsed by the publishers of the CAT4 or any other test publisher.

 

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