King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls

King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls is a highly selective independent school in Birmingham that runs its own entrance exam using GL Assessment. The exam takes place in September of Year 6 and covers all four standard GL components: Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Mathematics, and English. As the school does not share its exam with other schools, you'll need to prepare specifically for Camp Hill's own paper rather than a consortium exam.

This exam is noticeably harder than a typical GL paper across the board. The school attracts very able applicants from across Birmingham and beyond, and the exam reflects this competitive intake. Vocabulary is a particular challenge — the verbal reasoning section uses less common words that go beyond standard 11+ wordlists, so building a strong vocabulary well beyond typical preparation materials is essential. The maths section also demands more than rote learning, with multi-step word problems and questions that require children to apply concepts and think algebraically under pressure.

Time pressure is significant, and this is something many families underestimate. Children who haven't practised extensively under timed conditions often struggle to complete all sections. The verbal reasoning covers a wide range of question types rather than a narrow subset, so thorough preparation across all standard GL VR formats is important. The English comprehension passages are more complex and literary than baseline materials, with an emphasis on inference and deduction rather than surface-level reading.

To prepare effectively, your child will need sustained practice with harder materials, timed mock papers, and a focus on vocabulary building and problem-solving skills. We'd recommend verifying the exact paper timings and current admissions information directly with the school, as these details can change year to year.