St. Olave's Grammar School

Orpington, Kent

St. Olave's Grammar School is a selective boys' school in Orpington, with a history dating back to 1561 and a reputation for science and mathematics.

Exam Board

SET (Selective Eligibility Test) & School's Own

Competition Ratio

9:1

Key Dates (2024 Entry)

  • 1Registration Opens: June 2024
  • 2SET Exam: September 2024
  • 3Stage 2 Exam: November 2024
  • 4Local Authority Application Deadline: 31st October 2024

How to Prepare

The SET covers English and Mathematics; ensure a strong foundation in both.

Stage 2 includes more challenging English and Maths papers; practice past papers if available.

Develop creative writing skills for the English component of Stage 2.