Nonsuch High School for Girls 11 Plus Guide
At a Glance
Assessment: Sutton SET, Individual
Fees Type: Free
Boarding: Day school
Admissions: Girls Only
Places per year: 210
Competition: Very High
Ofsted Rating: Good
Nonsuch High School for Girls
Nonsuch High School for Girls is a selective grammar school in Cheam, within the London Borough of Sutton. As part of the Girls’ Learning Trust, it offers an academically challenging yet supportive environment for girls aged 11 to 18.
The school is renowned for its outstanding academic results, high-quality teaching, and wide range of extracurricular activities, including sport, music, drama, and academic clubs. Nonsuch promotes ambition, confidence, and respect, encouraging every student to reach her full potential both in and beyond the classroom..
Entry to Year 7 is highly competitive. Applicants must sit the Selective Eligibility Test (SET), and those who meet the required standard are invited to a second stage of testing set by the school.
Location & Contact Info
Contact details, address and parking information for Nonsuch High School for Girls
Ofsted Report
Ofsted report breakdown for Nonsuch High School for Girls
Exam Format
Learn about the 11 Plus exam format at Nonsuch High School for Girls
Preparing for the 11 Plus
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Key Dates
All key dates and application information for Nonsuch High School for Girls
How to Apply
Information on the application process for Nonsuch High School for Girls
FAQs
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Nonsuch High School for Girls Key Information
11 Plus Hero provides key details on the contact information for Nonsuch High School for Girls as well as core information about the school.
School Address
Full Address:
Nonsuch High School for GirlsEwell Road
Cheam
Surrey
SM3 8AB
Contact Information
Parking in the school
Parking can be found 10 to 15 minutes walk away from the school premises.
Additional parking off site
Kingsway Road Car Park, Sutton, London, SM3 8SL. Open Mon to Sun 24h.
Cheam Station Car Park, Upper Mulgrave Road, Sutton, London, SM2 7AJ. Mon to Sun 24h.
Nonsuch High School for Girls Ofsted Report
Quick Summary
Overall rating: Nonsuch High School for Girls is a Good school with high standards and a calm, focused atmosphere where pupils achieve well.
Academic strength: The curriculum is broad and ambitious, helping pupils gain strong knowledge and skills across subjects.
Teaching and curriculum: Teaching is well planned and engaging. Assessment is effective, though some checks could be more precise.
Behaviour and culture: Pupils are respectful, well behaved, and feel safe. Bullying is rare and resolved quickly.
Leadership and safeguarding: Leaders are ambitious and supportive. Safeguarding is strong, and pupils receive excellent care and guidance.
Nonsuch High School for Girls Exam Format
Nonsuch High School for Girls follows the shared Sutton grammar schools’ admissions process, which takes place in two stages.
The Selective Eligibility Test (SET)
Stage One – Selective Eligibility Test (SET)
This shared test includes two multiple-choice papers. Applicants must meet the qualifying standard in both papers to move on to Stage Two. SET results are used only to determine eligibility for the next stage and do not affect final rankings.
Paper 1: Maths
Problem-solving and Key Stage 2 arithmetic
Paper 2: English
Reading comprehension and vocabulary.
The Selective Eligibility Test (SET) - Assessment Criteria
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Addittional |
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Nonsuch and Wallington Second Stage Entrance Examination (NWSSEE)
Nonsuch High School for Girls shares its second stage selective test with the other nearby girls grammar school, Wallington High School for Girls. The Nonsuch and Wallington Second Stage Entrance Examination (NWSSEE) is again composed of English and Maths papers, this time featuring no multiple choice questions. This stage involves two written papers:
Paper 1: Maths
Problem-solving and reasoning
Paper 2: English
Comprehension or extended writing
Nonsuch and Wallington Second Stage Entrance Examination (NWSSEE) - Assessment Criteria
| English | Maths | Verbal Reasoning | Non-Verbal Reasoning | Addittional |
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Pass Mark
Stage 1 (Selective Eligibility Test / SET)
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Applicants must “meet or exceed the pass mark” in both the English and Maths SET papers to be invited to Stage 2.
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The exact SET pass mark is not published in advance and is determined after marking.
Stage 2 (Nonsuch & Wallington Second Stage Entrance Examination, NWSSEE)
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Candidates must pass both the Maths and English papers of Stage 2 to be eligible for admission.
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The specific pass marks are not pre-published; they are set after marking.
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Final ranking for admission is based on the combination of SET scores and Stage 2 (Maths + English) scores.
Catchment Area
Nonsuch High School for Girls gives priority to applicants living within a 5.25 km radius of the school. Admission is mainly based on performance in the Entrance Test, with distance from the school used as a tie-breaker when scores are equal.
Additional Eligibility
To gain a place, candidates must complete both stages and achieve a high ranking in Stage Two. If there are more qualifying applicants than spaces, the school prioritises:
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Looked-after or previously looked-after children
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Pupil Premium applicants who reach the required standard
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Applicants ranked by score
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Distance from the school as a tie-breaker
There is no set catchment area, though proximity is considered when candidates have equal rankings.
Click here to view the full Nonsuch High School for Girls admissions policy.
Preparing for the 11 Plus Test at Nonsuch High School for Girls
Helping your child prepare for both stages of the exam is key to success.
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 Nonsuch High School for Girls. 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.
Nonsuch High School for Girls’ Key Dates and Application Information
To help you keep track of all the important dates for applicants to Nonsuch High School for Girls we at 11 Plus Hero have put together this chronological guide for your convenience.
SET Registration Opens
SET Registration Deadline
Selective Eligibility Test (Stage One)
Shared Second Stage Entrance Exam
Sutton SET results
Common Application Form Deadline
Offer Day
Nonsuch High School for Girls Application Process
To apply for a Year 7 place at Nonsuch High School for Girls, 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 Nonsuch High School for Girls Admissions Policy PDF to ensure you and your child understand the process and eligibility criteria.
View Admissions PolicyEntrance Test Entry Form
This is done through the Sutton Grammar Schools’ registration portal. Registration typically opens in May and closes in August.
Visit Council WebsiteCommon Application Form (CAF)
This form must be submitted to your local authority, with Nonsuch High School for Girls 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.
Nonsuch High School for Girls FAQs
To apply, register your daughter for the Sutton grammar schools’ Selective Eligibility Test (SET), usually in May or June. After results are released, list Nonsuch High School for Girls as a preference on your local authority’s secondary application form.
The entrance process has two stages. Stage One is the SET, with multiple-choice papers in English and Maths. Those who pass move to Stage Two, which involves written papers in English and Maths set by the school.
Entry is highly competitive. Thousands apply each year, but only the top-ranking candidates from both stages of the 11 Plus are offered places. Scores from Stage Two determine final rankings.
Yes. Priority is given to applicants living within 5.25 km of the school. Admission mainly depends on 11 Plus performance, but distance is used as a tie-breaker when scores are equal.