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West Buckland School | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

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INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answers

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CEM SELECT ONLINE FAMILIARISATION TEST

Online Test

Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam (similar to CEM Select).

Exam types:

  • English

  • Maths

  • Verbal Reasoning

Exam length — Unknown

Pass mark —  There is no fixed pass-mark for the admission test. On completion of the test, all candidates will receive an age adjusted and standardized score.

Other exam information:~

  • Instead of a formal, written exam, students sit an online assessment will tests English, maths and verbal reasoning.

  • The assessment will be done at the school, but for those who live far away and cannot easily access the school the test can be done at their current school.

  • A school report and individual references from the child’s current school is required to be submitted as a part of the admission process.

  • The entrance exam will take place in year 6.

  • The online test is similar to CEM Select.

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The Marist School | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

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The test papers we’ve shared below are in similar style to those typically delivered as 11 plus assessments by The Marist School.

INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

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    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

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Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam and GL.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Maths

  • Verbal reasoning

  • Non-verbal reasoning

Exam length — Unknown.

Pass mark —  There is no fixed pass mark for the admissions test. On completion of the tests, all candidates receive an age-standardized score.

Other exam information:

  • The school recommends interested applicants apply two years prior to their child joining year 7.

  • The English paper examines both comprehension and creative writing skills.

  • Once registered, the students will be sent a ‘Marist passport’ in which they will be asked to complete an ‘all about me’ project at home.

  • The applicants will be interviewed in small groups where they will be asked to submit the project they were sent to complete.

  • The entrance examinations are held in the November of year 6.

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Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

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GL ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

GL MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

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English Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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English Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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English Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Maths Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Maths Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Maths Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Verbal Reasoning Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Verbal Reasoning Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Verbal Reasoning Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Non-Verbal Reasoning Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Non-Verbal Reasoning Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Non-Verbal Reasoning Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

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    ✅ Practice questions and answers for all types of question commonly found in this 11 Plus exam.

    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

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About the School

 

Address — Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School, Oxford Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 8PE

Type of school — Mixed grammar school

Cost — Free

Pupils in school — 1300+

Places available in year 7 —  180+

Average applicants per place — Unknown but only around 30% of applicants pass the exam.

Catchment area —  Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School does have a catchment area.

Enter your postcode into Buckinghamshire Council's catchment area checker here. 

Oversubscription policy - Candidates will only be considered eligible for admission if they meet the required qualifying score of 121 in the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT).

Where qualifying applications for admission exceed the number of places available, places will be allocated in the following order of priority:

  1. Children looked after and those previously looked after.

  2. Students who qualify for Free School Meals (on census day autumn 2020).

  3. Students who qualify for Pupil Premium grant (on census day autumn 2020)

  4. For the main point of admission, siblings of students at the school who are on roll and will be on the roll at the time of the proposed admission.

  5. Children of Insignis Academy Trust staff, who have been employed at the schools for two or more years at the time at which the application for admission to the school is made, and/or the member of staff is recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage.

  6. Students living in the catchment area of the school (who must have been in residence at their home address continuously since 31 October 2020).

  7. Once the above rules have been applied, then any further places will be offered in distance order, using the distance between the family’s normal home address, from their front door, and the school using the straight line distance between the family’s normal home address and the nearest of the school’s three main entrances, using the Local Authority’s measurements. In the event of two students living at exactly the same distance, for instance with addresses in the same block of flats, a random draw will be made.

School Summary

Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School was founded in 1947 and is a mixed grammar school. It is one of three grammar schools in Aylesbury. The school was named after Sir Henry Floyd, a Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire. It became an academy in 2011.

Sir Henry Floyd Grammar School specialises in performing arts and science. It has an entire building dedicated to the performing arts, containing a theatre, music rooms and even its own recording studio. 

The school became a leadership partner school in 2009 and has also won the Healthy Schools and Artsmark silver awards. 

In recent years, 76% of GCSE entries received a grade 7-9.

Find the most recent Ofsted reports here.

Compare this school’s performance with other local schools here.

Exam Information

Exam style — GL Assessment.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Verbal reasoning 

  • Non-verbal reasoning

  • Maths

Exam length — 2 × 45 minute exams.

Qualifying Score —  121 or above.

This score is calculated by age-standardising the child’s scores and adding the marks from both exams together. The topics have the following weighting: 50% verbal reasoning; 25% maths and 25% non-verbal reasoning.

Other exam information — 

The first paper includes: comprehension, technical English and verbal reasoning. 

The second paper includes: non-verbal reasoning, spatial reasoning and maths. 

Questions must be answered in the separate answer booklet provided. 

Score will be standardised. 

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CAT4 EXAMPLE QUESTIONS

Example Questions

CAT4 PARENT’S GUIDE

Parent’s Guide

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Exam Information

Exam style — CAT4.

Exam types:

  • CAT4 (verbal, non-verbal, spatial and quantitative reasoning)

Exam length — 72 minutes.

The CAT4 test is composed of 8 short tests assessing the following subsections of the four areas above:

  1. Figure Classification (10 mins)

  2. Figure Matrices (10 mins)

  3. Verbal Classification (8 mins)

  4. Verbal Analogies (8 mins)

  5. Number Analogies (10 mins)

  6. Number Series (8 mins)

  7. Figure Analysis (9 mins)

  8. Figure Recognition (9 mins)

Pass mark — There is no fixed pass mark for the admissions tests, however for the CAT the average score is usually between 112-125.

Other exam and entry information: 

  • The CAT4 Test is an online assessment that examines verbal, non-verbal, spacial and quantitive reasoning.

  • The candidate will be invited to a Zoom or in person interview as part of the admissions process.

  • A copy of the candidate’s recent school report will be required.

  • The school is looking for well-rounded pupils with both academic and non-academic abilities.

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Kimbolton School | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

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The papers we’ve shared below are in similar style to those typically delivered as 11 plus assessments by Kimbolton School.

INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answers

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  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

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    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

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Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Maths

  • Verbal Reasoning

Exam length — 50 minutes (English).

Interviews — Candidates will sit for an interview as part of the admissions process.

Pass mark — There is no fixed pass mark for the exams.

Other exam and entry information: 

  • The entrance examinations will take place in the February of year 6.

  • A non-refundable fee of £100 is paid for registration to the school for those candidates in the UK and £150 for international candidates.

  • Interviews will be done in the January of year 6 prior to the entrance examinations.

  • The English paper contains two sections: comprehension and writing.

  • The maths paper is non-calculator and contain two sections. One is multiple choice and the other contains longer questions.

  • Bursaries and scholarships are available.

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The King's School, Macclesfield | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

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INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

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The King's School Sample Papers (English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning)

Sample Papers

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  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

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    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

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Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Mathematics

  • Verbal Reasoning

Exam length — 2x 1 hour exams (English and maths ) + 1x 15 minute exam (verbal reasoning).

Pass mark —  There is no fixed pass-mark for the admission test. On completion of the test, all candidates will receive an age adjusted and standardized score.

Other exam information:

  • A non-refundable fee of £50 required for registration.

  • The English paper includes comprehension and writing.

  • The verbal reasoning paper includes a short practice paper before the main paper.

  • The mathematics paper has two sections, one asking short and straight forward questions and one with longer questions testing problem-solving.

  • A reference from the child’s current school will be required to be submitted as part of the school’s admission process.

  • An interview will also be conducted by the headteacher.

  • The entrance examinations are held in the January of year 6.

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St Faith's School | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

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The papers we’ve shared above are in a similar style to those typically delivered as 11 plus assessments by St Faith’s School.

INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

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St Faith’s School Sample Papers

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    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

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    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

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Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Maths

Exam length — Unknown.

Pass mark — There is no fixed pass mark for the admissions tests.

Other exam and entry information: 

  • The exams are age-standardised for the year 6 age group.

  • The English exam tests comprehension, creative writing, spelling, punctuation and grammar.

  • The maths paper is non-calculator.

  • There is a non-refundable registration fee of £75.

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Stowe School | Free 11 Plus (11+) ISEB Pre-Test Practice Papers and Answers

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ISEB COMMON PRE-TEST ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

ISEB COMMON PRE-TEST MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

ISEB COMMON PRE-TEST VERBAL REASONING PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

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ISEB Pre-Test Familiarisation Test

Online Practice Test

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    Learn more about how our 11+ exam preparation courses work here.

  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

    Click here to learn more and book your first workshop.

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    Class passes last one calendar month, or sign up to our Mega Pass for 6 months of tuition for less than half price.

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  • Click here to view our 11+ Revision Packs for Stowe School.

    Our 11 Plus preparation packs provide:

    ✅ Practice questions and answers for all types of question commonly found in this 11 Plus exam.

    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

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Exam Information

Exam style — ISEB Common Pre-Test.

Exam types:

  • English (reading comprehension, sentence completion, spelling and punctuation).

  • Maths (in line with the National Curriculum up to Year 5).

  • Verbal reasoning (common words, antonyms, word combinations, letter transfer, number codes, etc.).

  • Non-verbal reasoning (shape analogies, classes like, horizontal codes, etc.).

Exam length — 4 exams totalling 2.5 hours.

Pass mark —  There is not a fixed pass mark for the admissions test. On completion of the test, all candidates receive an age-adjusted and standardised score. The average score is 100. Schools will also be able to see each child’s score and the time taken for each section of the test.

If a child does well in their 11+ pre-test, they will usually be offered a place, contingent on them then passing the common entrance exam at 13+.

Other exam information: 

  • The tests cover English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning separately.

  • All tests are completed online.

  • All questions are in multiple-choice format.

  • The English test takes 25 minutes, mathematics 50 minutes, non-verbal reasoning 32 minutes and verbal reasoning 36 minutes.

  • The four tests can either be taken together or at separate times. They can be taken in the candidate's own school, at the senior school for which he or she is entered or at an independent testing centre.

  • All candidates are registered by the senior school(s) for which they are entered.

  • Test results are available to all senior schools which register the same candidate and therefore a candidate need only sit the tests once for a range of senior schools.

  • An assessment fee of £24 applies and is non-refundable.

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INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answers

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    • 11+ Creative Writing

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    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

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    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

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Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Maths

Exam lengths — Unknown.

Pass mark —  There is no fixed pass mark for the exam. On completion of the exams, the candidates will receive an age-adjusted and standardized score.

Other exam information:

  • Confidential reports and references from the candidate’s current school head will be required to see the candidate’s overall performance and potential.

  • A non-refundable registration fee of £100 is paid to the school.

  • The assessment will be done in the January of year 6.

  • Entry to the school is dependent on a successful taster day and reference from the candidate’s current school head.

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CAT4 EXAMPLE QUESTIONS

Example Questions

CAT4 PARENT’S GUIDE

Parent’s Guide

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Exam Information

Exam style — CAT4.

Exam types:

  • CAT4 (verbal, non-verbal, spatial and quantitative reasoning)

  1. Exam length — 72 minutes.

    The CAT4 test is composed of 8 short tests assessing the following subsections of the four areas above:

    1. Figure Classification (10 mins)

    2. Figure Matrices (10 mins)

    3. Verbal Classification (8 mins)

    4. Verbal Analogies (8 mins)

    5. Number Analogies (10 mins)

    6. Number Series (8 mins)

    7. Figure Analysis (9 mins)

    8. Figure Recognition (9 mins)

Pass mark —  There is no fixed pass-mark for the admission test. On completion of the test, all candidates will receive an age adjusted and standardized score.

Other exam information:

  • A non-refundable fee of will be required to be paid to the school for registration.

  • CAT 4 is an online assessment that assesses the child in verbal, non-verbal, quantitative and spatial reasoning.

  • The assessment enables the school to know each child’s academic ability and level.

  • A school report and individual references from the child’s current school is required to be submitted as a part of the admission process.

  • The entrance assessment will take place in year 6.

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The test papers we’ve shared below are in similar style to those typically delivered as 11 plus assessments by Reading Blue Coat School.

INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answers

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CEM SELECT ONLINE FAMILIARISATION TEST

Online Test

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    • 11+ Written Comprehension

    • 11+ Creative Writing

    • 11+ Verbal Reasoning

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    Learn more about how our 11+ exam preparation courses work here.

  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

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    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

    1. Free 11 Plus Revision Pack with any 5-Day Course purchase. Simply add both items to cart and use the offer code below to claim.

      Offer Code: FREEPACK

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Exam Information

Exam style — CEM Select and school written exams.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Mathematics

  • CEM select

Exam length — 2 hours.

Pass mark —  No definitive pass mark.

Other exam information —

  • The English paper usually consists of writing skills, comprehension passages, punctuation, vocabulary and spelling.

  • For the school’s maths exam, the child’s arithmetic and problem-solving skills are assessed. A general maths paper include measurement, geometry, Statistics and number.

  • The school also uses the CEM Select exam to assess verbal reasoning, numerical reasoning and non-verbal reasoning through a series of short online tests.

  • Interviews are also conducted by a senior staff member and with a parent present.

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GL ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

GL MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

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ENGLISH PAPER 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

ENGLISH PAPER 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

ENGLISH PAPER 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

MATHS PAPER 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

MATHS PAPER 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

MATHS PAPER 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

VERBAL REASONING PAPER 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

VERBAL REASONING PAPER 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

VERBAL REASONING PAPER 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

NON-VERBAL REASONING PAPER 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

NON-VERBAL REASONING PAPER 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

NON-VERBAL REASONING PAPER 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

The 11 Plus test papers we’ve shared above are in a similar style to those typically delivered as 11 Plus assessments by The Spires College.

About the School

 

Address — The Spires College, Westlands Lane, Torquay, Devon, TQ1 3PE

Type of school — Mixed, partially selective, grammar school

Cost — Free

Pupils in school — 1100+

Places available in year 7 — 210+ (60 of which are selective)

Average applicants per place — 3 or more

Catchment area —  The Spires College has a catchment area which it calls its designated area. A map can be found below. 

The Spires College Designated Area

Oversubscription policy — There are up to 60 selective places available in each year group. If any of these places remain following the allocation process they will be used to increase the number of non-selective places in the College.

 Where qualifying applications for admission exceed the number of places available, places will be determined as follows:

  1.  Looked after Children or children who were previously looked after but immediately after being looked after became subject to an adoption, residence or special guardianship order.

  2. Children whose home address is inside the designated area.

  3. Children whose home address is outside of the designated area.

When there are more applications than available places, categories 2 and 3 above will be

prioritised in the following order:

  1. A sibling already attends The Spires College.

  2. The application is for a child of a member of staff (as per criteria set out in the School Admissions Code).

  3. All other applications.

School Summary

The Spires College was established in 2002 and is a mixed, partially selective, grammar school in Torquay, Devon. The school has a specialised unit for students with hearing impairments. 

The Spires College encourages students to get involved in every aspect of College life beyond the classroom: extracurricular clubs and trips are always available. Their students leave the College as rounded, confident, independent young adults, ready to take up their places in society and equipped with the means to seize their futures. 

Find the most recent Ofsted reports here.

Compare this school’s performance with other local schools here.

Exam Information

Exam style — GL Assessment.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Mathematics

Exam length — 2x 50 minute exams.

Pass mark — Changes each year. There is no threshold score that has to be achieved in each skill tested – it is the overall score that will be used to rank the student.

Other exam information — 

  • All questions will be multiple choice.

  • All the tests are set to reflect what has been taught in the primary schools according to the National Curriculum for Year 5.

  • There will be a short break between the two papers.

Scores will be standardised.

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GL ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

GL MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

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English Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

English Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

English Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Maths Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Maths Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Maths Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Verbal Reasoning Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Verbal Reasoning Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Verbal Reasoning Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Non-Verbal Reasoning Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Non-Verbal Reasoning Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

Non-Verbal Reasoning Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

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    • 11+ Multiple Choice Comprehension

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    Learn more about how our 11+ exam preparation courses work here.

  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

    Click here to learn more and book your first workshop.

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    Our 11 Plus preparation packs provide:

    ✅ Practice questions and answers for all types of question commonly found in this 11 Plus exam.

    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

    1. Free 11 Plus Revision Pack with any 5-Day Course purchase. Simply add both items to cart and use the offer code below to claim.

      Offer Code: FREEPACK

    2. Save 15% if you spend over £100 on 11+ Revision Packs and resources.

      Offer Code: BIGBUNDLE

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About the School

 

Address — Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School, West Street, Marlow, Buckinghamshire, SL7 2BR

Type of school — Mixed grammar school

Cost — Free

Pupils in school — 1100+

Places available in year 7 —  150+

Average applicants per place — Unknown but only around 30% of applicants pass the exam.

Catchment area —  Sir William Borlase Grammar School does have a catchment area.

Enter your postcode into Buckinghamshire Council's catchment area checker here. 

Oversubscription policy - Candidates will only be considered eligible for admission if they meet the required qualifying score of 121 in the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT).

Where qualifying applications for admission exceed the number of places available, places will be allocated in the following order of priority:

  1. A ‘looked after child’ or a child who was previously looked after who has achieved a score of at least 110 in the Admissions Test.

  2. If less than 10 places are allocated under criterion 1, remaining places up to the maximum of 10 will be available to children eligible for pupil premium* living in catchment, who have not qualified but who have achieved a score of at least 110 in the Admissions Test. In the event of more than 10 pupils qualifying under this rule the distance tie — breaker will apply i.e. places will be offered to the ten children living closest to the school.

  3. Children eligible for free school meals living within the catchment, with a score of 121 or more in the Standardised Transfer Test, or who have qualified through Selection Review or the appeals process. (For the purposes of this policy, the entitlement to Free School Meals would need to be shown to be current on 31 October in the year before entry to Year 7 is sought).

  4. Children who live in the School’s Priority Admissions Area.

  5. Up to a maximum of 15 places for children who live in the school’s Priority Admissions area at the deadline for applications, 31 October 2020. In relation to this category only, all 15 places will be allocated by random lottery in front of an independent witness, in order to ensure that all children living within the Priority Admission Area have an equal chance of achieving a place.

  6. Eligible children of staff in either or both of the following circumstances: Where the member of staff has been employed at the School for two or more years at the time at which the application for admission to the School is made, and/or the member of staff has been employed to fill a vacant post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage.

  7. Children living in the catchment area of the school on 31 October 2020.

  8. Siblings of children in Years 7 to 12 who are on the roll of the school at the time allocations are made and who are expected to be on the roll of the school at the time of the proposed admission.

  9. Children who have exceptional medical or social needs** which can only be met at this school supported by evidence as set out by Buckinghamshire County Council.

  10. Once the rules have been applied, then any further places will be offered in distance order using the methodology set out by Buckinghamshire County Council here www.buckscc.gov.uk/services/education/school-admissions/moving-up-to-secondaryschool/understanding-the-terms-we-use

  11. Where the school can take some, but not all, of the children who qualify under one of these rules, we will give priority by taking account of the next rule (or rules) in the numbered list. 

School Summary

Founded in 1624, Sir William Borlase’s Grammar School (known locally as ‘Borlase’) is a mixed, selective grammar school. The school became an academy in 2011.

Borlase specialises in performing arts and has won multiple awards, including:

  • The Information and Communications Technology Mark 

  • The Healthy Schools Mark

  • Sportsmark Award

  • The NACE Challenge

  • Leading Edge

  • Investors in People status

  • The Continuing Professional Development Mark

It is also designated as a National Support School. 

In recent years, 47% of all GCSE’s taken received a level 8/9 grade (equivalent to an A*).

Find the most recent Ofsted reports here.

Compare this school’s performance with other local schools here.

Exam Information

Exam style — GL Assessment.

Exam types:

  • Verbal reasoning 

  • English

  • Non-verbal reasoning

  • Maths

Exam length — 2 × 45 minute exams.

Qualifying Score —  121 or above.

This score is calculated by age-standardising the child’s scores and adding the marks from both exams together. The topics have the following weighting: 50% verbal reasoning; 25% maths and 25% non-verbal reasoning.

Other exam information — 

The first paper includes: comprehension, technical English and verbal reasoning. 

The second paper includes: non-verbal reasoning, spatial reasoning and maths. 

Questions must be answered in the separate answer booklet provided. 

Score will be standardised. 

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INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

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  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

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    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

    1. Free 11 Plus Revision Pack with any 5-Day Course purchase. Simply add both items to cart and use the offer code below to claim.

      Offer Code: FREEPACK

    2. Save 15% if you spend over £100 on 11+ Revision Packs and resources.

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    Click here to get started.

Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Maths

  • Verbal Reasoning

Exam length — Unknown.

Pass mark —  There is no fixed pass mark for the exams.

Other exam information:

  • A non-refundable fee of £50 is charged for registration.

  • Entry to the school depends on the child’s success on the entrance examinations and a satisfactory report from the child’s current school.

  • The entrance examinations are held in January of the year of entry.

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ISEB COMMON PRE-TEST ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

ISEB COMMON PRE-TEST MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

ISEB COMMON PRE-TEST VERBAL REASONING PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

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11 Plus Preparation Resources For Queenswood

  • For Queenswood, we recommend signing up for our expert 11 Plus tuition in the following subjects.

    • 11+ Multiple Choice Comprehension

    • 11+ Verbal Reasoning

    In their 11+ exam year, successful applicants have typically attended one course before May and one course in the summer.

    Click here to view and book all available courses.

    Learn more about how our 11+ exam preparation courses work here.

  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

    Click here to learn more and book your first workshop.

  • Our weekly tuition workshops are available for purchase in bulk at a saving.

    Class passes last one calendar month, or sign up to our Mega Pass for 6 months of tuition for less than half price.

    Click here to learn more and book.

  • Click here to view our 11+ Revision Packs for Queenswood.

    Our 11 Plus preparation packs provide:

    ✅ Practice questions and answers for all types of question commonly found in this 11 Plus exam.

    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

    1. Free 11 Plus Revision Pack with any 5-Day Course purchase. Simply add both items to cart and use the offer code below to claim.

      Offer Code: FREEPACK

    2. Save 15% if you spend over £100 on 11+ Revision Packs and resources.

      Offer Code: BIGBUNDLE

  • We offer personalised marking and feedback on your child’s writing.

    Click here to submit your child’s work.

  • We have plenty of 11 Plus exam and preparation advice, as well as free resources to help get you started, available on our blog.

    Click here to get started.

Exam Information

Exam style — ISEB Common Pre-Test.

Exam types:

  • English (reading comprehension, sentence completion, spelling and punctuation).

  • Maths (in line with the National Curriculum up to Year 5).

  • Verbal reasoning (common words, antonyms, word combinations, letter transfer, number codes, etc.).

  • Non-verbal reasoning (shape analogies, classes like, horizontal codes, etc.).

Exam length — 4 exams totalling 2.5 hours.

Pass mark —  There is not a fixed pass mark for the admissions test. On completion of the test, all candidates receive an age-adjusted and standardised score. The average score is 100. Schools will also be able to see each child’s score and the time taken for each section of the test.

If a child does well in their 11+ pre-test, they will usually be offered a place, contingent on them then passing the common entrance exam at 13+.

Other exam information: 

  • The tests cover English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning separately.

  • All tests are completed online.

  • All questions are in multiple-choice format.

  • The English test takes 25 minutes, mathematics 50 minutes, non-verbal reasoning 32 minutes and verbal reasoning 36 minutes.

  • The four tests can either be taken together or at separate times. They can be taken in the candidate's own school, at the senior school for which he or she is entered or at an independent testing centre.

  • All candidates are registered by the senior school(s) for which they are entered.

  • Test results are available to all senior schools which register the same candidate and therefore a candidate need only sit the tests once for a range of senior schools.

  • An assessment fee of £24 applies and is non-refundable.

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The Royal Latin School | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

Our Practice Papers and Answers

GL ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

GL MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

The papers we’ve shared above are in a similar style to GL test papers and those typically delivered as 11 Plus assessments by The Royal Latin School.

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Other GL Sample Papers and Answers

English Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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English Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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English Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Maths Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Maths Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Maths Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Verbal Reasoning Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Verbal Reasoning Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Verbal Reasoning Paper 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Non-Verbal Reasoning Paper 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Non-Verbal Reasoning Paper 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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Non-Verbal Reasoning Paper 3

Exam Paper

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The 11 Plus test papers we’ve shared above are in a similar style to those typically delivered as 11 Plus assessments by The Royal Latin School.

11 Plus Preparation Resources For The Royal Latin School

  • For The Royal Latin School, we recommend signing up for our expert 11 Plus tuition in the following subjects.

    • 11+ Verbal Reasoning

    • 11+ Multiple Choice Comprehension

    In their 11+ exam year, successful applicants have typically attended one course before May and one course in the summer.

    Click here to view and book all available courses.

    Learn more about how our 11+ exam preparation courses work here.

  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

    Click here to learn more and book your first workshop.

  • Our weekly tuition workshops are available for purchase in bulk at a saving.

    Class passes last one calendar month, or sign up to our Mega Pass for 6 months of tuition for less than half price.

    Click here to learn more and book.

  • Click here to view our 11+ Revision Packs for The Royal Latin School.

    Our 11 Plus preparation packs provide:

    ✅ Practice questions and answers for all types of question commonly found in this 11 Plus exam.

    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

    1. Free 11 Plus Revision Pack with any 5-Day Course purchase. Simply add both items to cart and use the offer code below to claim.

      Offer Code: FREEPACK

    2. Save 15% if you spend over £100 on 11+ Revision Packs and resources.

      Offer Code: BIGBUNDLE

  • We offer personalised marking and feedback on your child’s writing.

    Click here to submit your child’s work.

  • We have plenty of 11 Plus exam and preparation advice, as well as free resources to help get you started, available on our blog.

    Click here to get started.

About the School

 

Address — The Royal Latin School, Chandos Road, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, MK18 1AX

Type of school — Mixed grammar school 

Cost — Free

Pupils in school — 1300+

Places available in year 7 —  180+

Average applicants per place — Unknown but only around 30% of applicants pass the exam.

Catchment area —  The Royal Latin School does have a catchment area.

Enter your postcode into Buckinghamshire Council's catchment area checker here. 

Oversubscription policy - Candidates will only be considered eligible for admission if they meet the required qualifying score of 121 in the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test (STT).

Boys who qualify and who have a statement of Special Educational Needs that names the school will be admitted prior to the application of the over-subscription criteria.

Where qualifying applications for admission exceed the number of places available, places will be allocated in the following order of priority:

  1. Children in care: looked after and previously looked after children.

  2. Children living in the catchment area of the school must have been resident at their home address continuously since 31 October in the offer year (the academic year in which offers for places are made).

  3. For the main point of admission: siblings of children in Years 7 to 12 who are on the roll and will be on the roll of the school at the time of the proposed admission. For casual admission after the normal point of entry: siblings of children who are in Years 7-13 at the time of admission.

  4. Children who have exceptional medical or social needs (e.g. registered young carers), which can be met only at this school, supported by written evidence from a doctor, social worker, educational welfare officer or other appropriate person.

  5. Students who qualify for Pupil Premium (on census day of the academic year in which offers for places were made).

  6. Once the above rules have been applied, then any further places will be offered in distance order, using the straight-line distance between the family’s normal home address, from their front door, and the school’s nearest entrance gate, offering the closest first.

  7. Where a school can take some, but not all, of the children who qualify under one of these rules, we will give priority to children by taking account of the next rule (or rules) in the numbered list to decide who has priority for places.

School Summary

Founded in 1423, The Royal Latin School (RLS) is a mixed, selective grammar school and sixth form with a long history. The school has existed continuously for nearly 600 years; it has moved premises three times and even received a Royal Charter.

The school specialises in science and as a training school. It became an academy in 2011.

Find the most recent Ofsted reports here.

Compare this school’s performance with other local schools here.

Exam Information

Exam style — GL Assessment.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Verbal reasoning 

  • Non-verbal reasoning

  • Maths

Exam length — 2 × 45 minute exams.

Qualifying Score —  121 or above.

This score is calculated by age-standardising the child’s scores and adding the marks from both exams together. The topics have the following weighting: 50% verbal reasoning; 25% maths and 25% non-verbal reasoning.

Other exam information — 

The first paper includes: comprehension, technical English and verbal reasoning. 

The second paper includes: non-verbal reasoning, spatial reasoning and maths. 

Questions must be answered in the separate answer booklet provided. 

Score will be standardised. 

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The Leys School | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

Our 11+ Papers and Answers

The papers we’ve shared below are in similar style to those typically delivered as 11 plus assessments by The Leys School.

INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answers

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The Leys School Sample Papers

English Sample Paper

Maths Sample Paper

11 Plus Preparation Resources For The Leys School

  • For The Leys School, we recommend signing up for our expert 11 Plus tuition in the following subjects.

    • 11+ Verbal Reasoning

    • 11+ Written Comprehension

    • 11+ Creative Writing

    In their 11+ exam year, successful applicants have typically attended one course before May and one course in the summer.

    Click here to view and book all available courses.

    Learn more about how our 11+ exam preparation courses work here.

  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

    Click here to learn more and book your first workshop.

  • Our weekly tuition workshops are available for purchase in bulk at a saving.

    Class passes last one calendar month, or sign up to our Mega Pass for 6 months of tuition for less than half price.

    Click here to learn more and book.

  • Click here to view our 11+ Revision Packs for The Leys School.

    Our 11 Plus preparation packs provide:

    ✅ Practice questions and answers for all types of question commonly found in this 11 Plus exam.

    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

    1. Free 11 Plus Revision Pack with any 5-Day Course purchase. Simply add both items to cart and use the offer code below to claim.

      Offer Code: FREEPACK

    2. Save 15% if you spend over £100 on 11+ Revision Packs and resources.

      Offer Code: BIGBUNDLE

  • We offer personalised marking and feedback on your child’s writing.

    Click here to submit your child’s work.

  • We have plenty of 11 Plus exam and preparation advice, as well as free resources to help get you started, available on our blog.

    Click here to get started.

Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam.

Exam types and lengths:

  • English

  • Maths

  • Reasoning (Verbal, Non-Verbal and Spatial)

Exam length — Unknown.

Pass mark — There is no fixed pass mark for the exams.

Other exam and entry information: 

  • The entrance examinations will take place in the January of year 6.

  • The English and Maths paper will be in line with the National Curriculum KS2.

  • The English paper tests writing and comprehension.

  • Three shorts papers are taken in reasoning.

  • A report from the candidate’s previous school will be requested.

  • Bursaries and scholarships are available.

For information on The Leys School’s use of the ISEB Common Pre-Test for Year 9 entry, click here.

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St Mary's School, Gerrards Cross | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

Our 11+ Papers and Answers

The papers we’ve shared below are in similar style to those typically delivered as 11 plus assessments by St Mary's School, Gerrards Cross.

INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answers

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11 Plus Preparation Resources For St Mary's School, Gerrards Cross

  • For St Mary's School, Gerrards Cross, we recommend signing up for our expert 11 Plus tuition in the following subjects.

    • 11+ Written Comprehension

    • 11+ Creative Writing

    • 11+ Verbal Reasoning

    In their 11+ exam year, successful applicants have typically attended one course before May and one course in the summer.

    Click here to view and book all available courses.

    Learn more about how our 11+ exam preparation courses work here.

  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

    Click here to learn more and book your first workshop.

  • Our weekly tuition workshops are available for purchase in bulk at a saving.

    Class passes last one calendar month, or sign up to our Mega Pass for 6 months of tuition for less than half price.

    Click here to learn more and book.

  • Click here to view our 11+ Revision Packs for St Mary's School, Gerrards Cross.

    Our 11 Plus preparation packs provide:

    ✅ Practice questions and answers for all types of question commonly found in this 11 Plus exam.

    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

    1. Free 11 Plus Revision Pack with any 5-Day Course purchase. Simply add both items to cart and use the offer code below to claim.

      Offer Code: FREEPACK

    2. Save 15% if you spend over £100 on 11+ Revision Packs and resources.

      Offer Code: BIGBUNDLE

  • We offer personalised marking and feedback on your child’s writing.

    Click here to submit your child’s work.

  • We have plenty of 11 Plus exam and preparation advice, as well as free resources to help get you started, available on our blog.

    Click here to get started.

Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Maths

  • Verbal Reasoning

  • Non-Verbal Reasoning

Exam length — Unknown.

Pass mark —  There is no fixed pass mark for the admissions test. On completion of the tests, all candidates receive an age-standardized score.

Other exam information:

  • An interview will be conducted by the headmistress.

  • The girls’ will also be required to submit references from their current school as part of their assessment process.

  • A non-refundable fee of £100 is paid for registration, and an additional fee of £100 is paid for assessment.

  • The entrance examinations will take place in the January of year 6.

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Upton Court Grammar School | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

Our Practice Papers and Answers

GL ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

GL MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

The papers we’ve shared above are in a similar style to GL papers and those typically delivered as 11 Plus test papers by Upton Court Grammar School.

You can sign up to receive more 11 Plus papers and resources by using the email form above.

Other GL Sample Papers and Answers

ENGLISH PAPER 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

ENGLISH PAPER 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

ENGLISH PAPER 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

MATHS PAPER 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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MATHS PAPER 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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MATHS PAPER 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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VERBAL REASONING PAPER 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

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VERBAL REASONING PAPER 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

VERBAL REASONING PAPER 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

NON-VERBAL REASONING PAPER 1

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

NON-VERBAL REASONING PAPER 2

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

NON-VERBAL REASONING PAPER 3

Exam Paper

Answering Booklet

Answers

The papers we’ve shared above are in a similar style to those typically delivered as 11 Plus test papers by Upton Court Grammar School.

11 Plus Preparation Resources For Upton Court Grammar School

  • For Upton Court Grammar School, we recommend signing up for our expert 11 Plus tuition in the following subjects.

    • Multiple Choice Comprehension

    • 11+ Verbal Reasoning

    In their 11+ exam year, successful applicants have typically attended one course before May and one course in the summer.

    Click here to view and book all available courses.

    Learn more about how our 11+ exam preparation courses work here.

  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

    Click here to learn more and book your first workshop.

  • Our weekly tuition workshops are available for purchase in bulk at a saving.

    Class passes last one calendar month, or sign up to our Mega Pass for 6 months of tuition for less than half price.

    Click here to learn more and book.

  • Click here to view our 11+ Revision Packs for Upton Court Grammar School.

    Our 11 Plus preparation packs provide:

    ✅ Practice questions and answers for all types of question commonly found in this 11 Plus exam.

    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

    1. Free 11 Plus Revision Pack with any 5-Day Course purchase. Simply add both items to cart and use the offer code below to claim.

      Offer Code: FREEPACK

    2. Save 15% if you spend over £100 on 11+ Revision Packs and resources.

      Offer Code: BIGBUNDLE

  • We offer personalised marking and feedback on your child’s writing.

    Click here to submit your child’s work.

  • We have plenty of 11 Plus exam and preparation advice, as well as free resources to help get you started, available on our blog.

    Click here to get started.

About the School

 

Address — Upton Court Grammar School, Lascelles Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL3 7PR

County — Berkshire

Type of school — Mixed grammar school

Cost — Free

Pupils in school — 1100+

Places available in year 7 —  170+

Average applicants per place — 5 or more

In recent years, there have been over 1400 applications for just 170+ spaces.

Catchment area —  Entry to the school is based firstly on the scores gained in the entrance test.

Pupils who achieve an equal score which is over the qualifying minimum score are then prioritised based on the following criteria:

  1. Children in care or who have been in care.

  2. Children who are currently eligible, or have been eligible within the past six years, for Free School Meals (Pupil Premium). Up to 20 spaces. 

  3. Children of members of staff who have been employed for 2 years or more.

  4.  Children that are attending a primary school that is a member of Pioneer Educational Trust, as the designated feeder schools. 

  5. Highest score in the 11+ test.

  6. Proximity to the school.

School Summary

Upton Court Grammar School (previously known as Slough Grammar) was founded in 1912 and is a mixed, selective grammar school. In 2011, it became an academy.

The school specialises in languages and science. It is  a Leading Edge School, an ICT-Focus School, a Training School and an International School, with connections in China, Pakistan, India, France, Spain, Italy, Norway, Sweden, Poland, Germany, Cyprus, Sweden and South Africa. The school has a Sixth Form partnership with St Bernard’s Grammar School.

In recent years, almost all GCSE candidates achieved 5 or more passes between grades 9 - 4 (A*-C), including English and Maths.

Find the most recent Ofsted reports here.

Compare this school’s performance with other local schools here.

Exam Information

Exam style — GL Assessment for The Slough Consortium of Grammar Schools.

Exam types:

  • Verbal Reasoning

  • Non-Verbal Reasoning

  • Mathematics/Numerical Reasoning

  • English

Pass mark —  A standardised score of 111 is the minimum score required to be eligible for consideration for admissions.

Other exam information — Both exams will cover a combination of all topics and consist of multiple choice style questions. Both papers include verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, English and maths. 

Upton Court Grammar School uses the same 11+ Entrance Test as the other grammar schools in the Slough Consortium (Herschel Grammar School, Langley Grammar School, St Bernard’s Catholic Grammar School and Upton Court Grammar School). If you are applying to multiple schools in this category, your child only needs to take the tests once.

Scores will be standardised.

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St Bees School | Free 11 Plus (11+) Practice Papers and Answers

Our 11+ Papers and Answers

The papers we’ve shared below are in similar style to those typically delivered as 11 plus assessments by St Bees School.

INDEPENDENT ENGLISH PAPER 1

Test Paper

Model Answers

Mark Scheme

INDEPENDENT MATHEMATICS PAPER 1

Test Paper

Answers

You can sign up to receive more 11 Plus papers and resources by using the email form above.

11 Plus Preparation Resources For St Bees School

  • For St Bees School, we recommend signing up for our expert 11 Plus tuition in the following subjects.

    • 11+ Written Comprehension

    • 11+ Creative Writing

    In their 11+ exam year, successful applicants have typically attended one course before May and one course in the summer.

    Click here to view and book all available courses.

    Learn more about how our 11+ exam preparation courses work here.

  • Our weekly workshops are excellent for regular preparation and practice. We run at least two classes every week for students to practice their English and verbal reasoning skills. These fall into four categories:

    1. Creative Writing

    2. English Vocabulary

    3. English Comprehension

    4. Verbal Reasoning

    Click here to learn more and book your first workshop.

  • Our weekly tuition workshops are available for purchase in bulk at a saving.

    Class passes last one calendar month, or sign up to our Mega Pass for 6 months of tuition for less than half price.

    Click here to learn more and book.

  • Click here to view our 11+ Revision Packs for St Bees School.

    Our 11 Plus preparation packs provide:

    ✅ Practice questions and answers for all types of question commonly found in this 11 Plus exam.

    ✅ Full examination syllabus coverage to make certain your child is ready for any question that could be included in their exam, even if it hasn’t appeared in recent years.

    ✅ Full range of question difficulty.

    ✅ Complete coverage of possible variants for each question type.

    ✅ A focus on building a student’s proficiency in answering questions quickly and accurately in a variety of possible formats. Exam formats can change, so it’s important to prioritise question familiarity and skill building so that your child can handle any type of 11 Plus question, no matter how exactly it is presented.

    ✅ The perfect amount of practice to ensure thorough exam preparation, but not too much to overwhelm the student or set unrealistic expectations. This is based on the amount of preparation we have seen our most successful students complete in previous years.

    After completing all the questions within our recommended revision packs, your child will be set to perform strongly and with confidence in their exam.

    1. Free 11 Plus Revision Pack with any 5-Day Course purchase. Simply add both items to cart and use the offer code below to claim.

      Offer Code: FREEPACK

    2. Save 15% if you spend over £100 on 11+ Revision Packs and resources.

      Offer Code: BIGBUNDLE

  • We offer personalised marking and feedback on your child’s writing.

    Click here to submit your child’s work.

  • We have plenty of 11 Plus exam and preparation advice, as well as free resources to help get you started, available on our blog.

    Click here to get started.

Exam Information

Exam style — School’s own exam.

Exam types:

  • English

  • Maths

  • Non-Verbal Reasoning

Exam length — Unknown.

Pass mark —  There is no fixed pass-mark for the admission test. On completion of the test, all candidates will receive an age adjusted and standardized score.

Other exam information:

  • A non-refundable registration fee of £100 is to be paid to the school.

  • An interview will be conducted by the headteacher in order to get to know each candidate better.

  • A progress report will be required from the candidate’s current school in order for the school to see the overall performance and progress of the candidate over the years.

  • Entry to the school is subject to the entrance examination results, the interview and the progress report submitted.

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