Our 11+ Papers and Answers
The papers we’ve shared below are in similar style to those typically delivered as 11 plus assessments by Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation.
INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1
INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1
New 11+ practice papers are sent out via email every Friday. You can sign up to receive these, every week, using the form above.
Exam Information
Exam style — School’s own exam.
Exam types:
English
Mathematics
Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Exam length — Unknown.
Interviews — Interviews will be conducted prior to the entry examinations by a senior member of staff.
Other exam and entry information:
A non-refundable fee of £75 is paid for registration.
References and school reports from the candidate’s previous school will be required to help the school see the candidate’s progress over the years.
Entry to the school is dependent on the candidate’s references and progress report from their current school.
The entrance examinations take place in the January of year 6.
There are opportunities for scholarships and bursaries.
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