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Grammar schools in Essex
Catchment areas, maps and 11+ guidance for every grammar school in Essex
There are 11 state grammar schools in Essex. Their admissions rules differ: some use a priority area or distance, while others reserve places by test score. Open a school page for its recorded rules, then check the school's current policy before applying.
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Every grammar school in Essex
Chelmsford County High School for Girls
Chelmsford · Girls
Colchester County High School for Girls
Colchester · Girls
Colchester Royal Grammar School
Colchester · Boys
King Edward VI Grammar School
Chelmsford · Boys
Shoeburyness High School
Shoeburyness · Co-ed
Southend High School for Boys
Southend-on-Sea · Boys
Southend High School for Girls
Southend-on-Sea · Girls
St Bernard's High School
Westcliff-on-Sea · Girls
St Thomas More High School
Westcliff-on-Sea · Boys
Westcliff High School for Boys
Westcliff-on-Sea · Boys
Westcliff High School for Girls
Westcliff-on-Sea · Girls
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How many grammar schools are in Essex?+
There are 11 state grammar schools in Essex: Chelmsford County High School for Girls, Colchester County High School for Girls, Colchester Royal Grammar School, King Edward VI Grammar School, Shoeburyness High School, Southend High School for Boys, Southend High School for Girls, St Bernard's High School, St Thomas More High School, Westcliff High School for Boys, Westcliff High School for Girls.
Which Essex grammar schools have no catchment area?+
Colchester Royal Grammar School is listed without a fixed catchment in our directory. Their other priority categories may still affect offers, so read the current school policies.
What 11+ test do Essex grammar schools use?+
Tests can differ between schools. Each school page names the test recorded in our data; confirm the current test and registration route with the school or consortium.
Catchment and admissions details change every year. Always confirm the current catchment, distances and test arrangements directly with each school and your local authority.