St Clement Danes School 11 Plus Guide
At a Glance
Assessment: GL Assessment
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Mixed Boys and Girls
Places per year: 240
Ofsted Rating: Outstanding
St Clement Danes School
St Clement Danes School is a mixed secondary academy based in Chorleywood, Hertfordshire. Renowned for its academic success and supportive environment, the school combines high standards of teaching with strong pastoral care and a wide range of extracurricular opportunities.
Students benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum designed to nurture creativity, confidence, and leadership. The school places equal importance on academic achievement and personal development, helping pupils to reach their full potential both in and beyond the classroom.
Founded in the 17th century, St Clement Danes has a long and respected history. Today, it continues to build on that tradition of excellence, with many students progressing to top universities and thriving in diverse professional careers.
Location & Contact Info
Contact details, address and parking information for St Clement Danes School
Ofsted Report
Ofsted report breakdown for St Clement Danes School
Exam Format
Learn about the 11 Plus exam format at St Clement Danes School
Preparing for the 11 Plus
Help your child prepare with tips, exam papers, and featured tuition agencies
Key Dates
All key dates and application information for St Clement Danes School
How to Apply
Information on the application process for St Clement Danes School
FAQs
Frequently asked questions and answers for St Clement Danes School
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St Clement Danes School’s Key Information
Here is the information for St Clement Danes School such as relevant parking and students intake numbers.
School Address
Full Address:
St Clement Danes School, Chenies RoadChorleywood
Hertfordshire
WD3 6EW
Contact Information
Parking in the school
There is parking within the school which we recommend using, should you be unable to, there are car parks off site.Â
Additional parking off site
- Car Park: Station Approach, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth, WD3 5ND, 1.4 miles from the school.
- Car Park: Chorleywood Bottom, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth WD3 5JH, 1.2 miles from the school.
St Clement Danes School Ofsted Report
Quick Summary
Overall rating: St Clement Danes was judged outstanding across all areas, including education quality, behaviour, leadership, and sixth-form provision.
Academic strength: Pupils achieve exceptionally well in exams, supported by an ambitious curriculum that develops both subject expertise and wider character.
Teaching and curriculum: Teachers are specialists who deliver clear explanations, check understanding carefully, and provide excellent support for pupils with SEND.
Behaviour and culture: Behaviour is exemplary, with pupils showing respect, kindness, and maturity; they thrive in a safe, inclusive, and happy school environment.
Leadership and safeguarding: Leaders and trustees provide strong, forward-looking leadership, staff feel well supported, and safeguarding is robust and effective.
St Clement Danes School Exam Format
Entry to Year 7 at St Clement Danes School is determined through the Hertfordshire Consortium 11 Plus Test, which is used by all selective schools within the county.
The St Clement Danes School Entry Exam: Overview
All papers are multiple-choice and administered by the Consortium. Results are standardised and used to determine eligibility for selective places. Pupils who meet or exceed the required score will be considered for admission.
Paper One
Maths
Paper Two
Verbal Reasoning
GL 11 Plus Assessment Criteria
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Additional |
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Pass Mark
There are places available for academic success, these will be awarded in order of merit achieved in the entrance exam.
Catchment Area
St Clement Danes School does not operate a fixed catchment area. Instead, places are allocated based on how close applicants live to the school. After selective places for academic, sporting, or musical ability have been offered, remaining places are awarded according to distance, with priority given to those living nearest to the school.
Additional Eligibility
After achieving the required standard in the 11 Plus Test, applicants are ranked and places are offered according to these criteria:
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Looked-after and previously looked-after children
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Siblings of current students
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Children of staff members
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Up to 180 academic places, awarded based on test performance
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Distance from the school, if oversubscribed
Click here to view the full St Clement Danes School Admissions Policy.
Preparing for the 11 Plus Test at St Clement Danes School
Here are some effective ways you can help your child get ready for the entrance process at St Clement Danes School!
Useful Tips
Start Early
Begin preparation in Year 4 or the start of Year 5. This allows plenty of time for steady progress without creating too much pressure.
Use Exam Papers
Work through timed exam papers together to build familiarity with the question style and develop exam technique.
Target Weak Areas
Keep track of their performance and focus extra time on any topics or question types they find more difficult.
Encourage Daily Reading
A regular reading habit helps expand vocabulary, improve comprehension and boost analytical thinking – all vital for the 11 Plus.
Make Use of Online Resources
Digital learning tools can provide personalised practice and clear feedback to make study time more effective and engaging.
Best Chance of Success
Keeping preparation steady, organised and encouraging will help your child feel confident and well-prepared when exam day arrives.
11 Plus Mock Exams in Your Area
We’re currently working on setting up a network of local test centres to offer in-person 11 Plus mock exams that closely match the format used by St Clement Danes School. These sessions will provide a valuable opportunity for your child to practise under real exam conditions, helping to build confidence and improve performance. Although this service isn’t available just yet, you can register your interest by completing the form below. We’ll get in touch as soon as mock exams become available in your area.
St Clement Danes School’s Key Dates and Application Information
Here are the dates related to key events for admission to St Clement Danes School.
Registration Opens
Registration Closes
Academic Test
Music Test 1
Music Test 1 Results
Music Test 2
Music Test 2 Results
Secondary school applications close
National Offer Day
St Clement Danes School Application Process
To apply for a Year 7 place at St Clement Danes School, families need to complete both the school’s registration form and the local authority’s application process.
Admissions Policy 2026
Make sure you read the St Clement Danes School Admissions Policy PDF to ensure you and your child understand the process and eligibility criteria.
View Admissions PolicyEntrance Test Entry Form
Register online via the South West Hertfordshire Schools Consortium website between 1 April and 6 June 2025.
Visit WebsiteCommon Application Form (CAF)
This form must be submitted to your local authority, with St Clement Danes School listed as one of your preferences. The CAF deadline is 31st October 2025. Both forms must be completed – failure to submit either will result in an incomplete application.
St Clement Danes School FAQs
To apply for Year 7 entry, parents must register their child for the Hertfordshire Consortium 11 Plus Test and complete the Common Application Form (CAF) through their Local Authority. Both forms must be submitted before the published deadlines for the application to be valid.
The Hertfordshire Consortium 11 Plus Test includes Verbal Reasoning and Mathematics. All papers are multiple-choice and provided by the Consortium. Results are standardised and used to determine eligibility for selective places at the school.
Admission is highly competitive, with more applicants meeting the required standard than there are places available each year. Even if a student achieves a qualifying score in the 11 Plus Test, admission is not guaranteed, as places are awarded based on test performance and distance from the school.
St Clement Danes School does not have a set catchment area. Instead, places are allocated according to proximity, with priority given to students who live closest to the school once selective places have been filled.