East of England · selective school directory
11+ schools and tests in Essex
September 2027 entryEvidence reviewed 1 October 2026This page lists 4 schools with complete admissions guides and 2 linked assessment routes. The area-wide overview remains under evidence review.
- Schools listed
- 4
- Verified routes
- 2
Selective schools in Essex
4 schools with complete admissions guides across Chelmsford, Colchester. School addresses come from the current official school census; admissions claims remain separately evidence-gated.
| School | Selection type | Year 7 entry | Where | Admissions guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelmsford County High School for Girls | Selection typeFully selective state school | Year 7 entryGirls for Year 7 admission | WhereChelmsford, CM1 1RW · Essex | Admissions guideVerified admissions guide |
| Colchester County High School for Girls | Selection typeFully selective state school | Year 7 entryGirls for Year 7 admission | WhereColchester, CO3 3US · Essex | Admissions guideVerified admissions guide |
| Colchester Royal Grammar School | Selection typeFully selective state school | Year 7 entryBoys for Year 7 admission | WhereColchester, CO3 3ND · Essex | Admissions guideVerified admissions guide |
| King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford | Selection typeFully selective state school | Year 7 entryMixed Year 7 admission | WhereChelmsford, CM1 3SX · Essex | Admissions guideVerified admissions guide |
Assessment routes and their member schools
| Route | Type | Member schools on this page |
|---|---|---|
| Chelmsford County High School for Girls entrance test | TypeSchool-specific assessment | Member schools on this page1 of 4 schools listed on this area page are verified members of this route. |
| Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex 11 Plus | TypeFormal consortium | Member schools on this page3 of 4 schools listed on this area page are verified members of this route. |
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Questions families ask
How many selective schools are listed in Essex?
The current directory lists 4 verified selective schools in Essex: Chelmsford County High School for Girls, King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford, Colchester County High School for Girls, and Colchester Royal Grammar School.
Which 11+ routes are verified for Essex?
The current evidence links Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex 11 Plus and Chelmsford County High School for Girls entrance test to Essex. Each route guide identifies its own member schools.
Are all Essex schools covered by one test?
Not necessarily. The school list and assessment-route memberships are separate facts. Check each school guide and the named route's member-school list before registering.
How current is the information for Essex?
Trace Learn reviewed 5 attached evidence sources by 2026-10-01. Unknown facts stay labelled and should be checked again before applying.
Official sources
- CSSE 11+ Examination: 2027 entry
Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex. Accessed 26 August 2026. September 2027 entry.
- Open state-funded school fields CSV
Department for Education. Accessed 25 August 2026. GIAS register snapshot on 25 August 2026.
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