KEGS Chelmsford 11+ admissions: 2027 entry
King Edward VI Grammar School (KEGS) in Chelmsford admits 150 boys a year through the CSSE 11+. Most places are reserved for boys living within 12.5 miles of the school.
An independent guide by EagleTeach, based on the school's published admissions pages. We are not affiliated with King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford (KEGS); always confirm details with the school.
Entry points and deadlines
150 places in Year 7.
120 places for boys living continuously within the priority area (12.5 miles of the school) from 10 October of Year 6 until they start at KEGS. Up to 8 of these go to the top-performing Pupil Premium or looked-after boys.
The remaining places go to boys regardless of address, including up to 2 for Pupil Premium or looked-after boys.
Register with the CSSE by its closing date; applications go through your council by 31 October.
Testing
Two papers, English and maths, marked by staff employed by the school, with the marks aggregated.
Boys usually sit the test at KEGS or a local site; boys living abroad sit it on the main date at a place agreed with the CSSE.
Key dates for September 2027 entry
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| September 2026 | CSSE tests |
| Monday 12 October 2026 | Results emailed |
| 31 October 2026 | Secondary application deadline |
| 1 March 2027 | National Offer Day |
How to prepare
- ✓ The priority area is measured from 10 October of Year 6: a later move won't count.
- ✓ Prepare for the English and maths papers only.
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Common questions
How many places does KEGS have?＋
150 in Year 7, with 120 for boys living within 12.5 miles.
What is the KEGS priority area?＋
Within 12.5 miles of the school, with continuous residence from 10 October of Year 6.
Sources
Facts on this page were checked against these sources on 2026-10-13.