Admission to Year 7 is by the 11+ selection test.

Places at CCHSG are applied for through the Local Education Authority and allocated to students based on performance in the 11+ selection test. The purpose of the 11+ test is to enable grammar schools to identify students who have the potential to thrive in an environment which provides a highly academic curriculum, which also has depth and breadth, and offers a range of challenging pursuits. We do not charge fees and we welcome applications from students living in Essex and surrounding areas. The school is committed to fair access for disadvantaged students.

The Supplementary Information Form is for parents/carers to provide additional information regarding fair access and finance to support your student.

Please see the Consortium of Selective Schools Website for details including 11+ Test Information and sample tests

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Year 5 – Open Week Tours 2023

Tuesday 4, Wednesday 5, Thursday 6, Friday 7 & Monday 10 July, 2023

For 11+ entrants and parents.  Entry to Year 7 in Sept 2024.

We invite prospective students and parents/carers to find out more about CCHSG by visiting the school for a tour during our Open Week.  Tours are led by our current Year 7 students and booking is essential. 

Executive Principal & Associate Principal’s Talk

Monday 12 June, 2023 7-8pm

Due to high demand for places at this talk, there is a limit of two per family and tickets can only be booked for parents/carers. Prospective students are encouraged to attend the Open Week tours. 

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