Entry at Year 7 (11+)

Candidates registered for entry to Year 7 will be tested in English, Mathematics and Verbal Reasoning in the January of the year of entry. The English and Mathematics tests will be broadly in line with the National Curriculum Key Stage 2. Early notification is requested if any individual is unable to attend on the specified test date or if the candidate requires special access arrangements.

Please note that no offer can be made until a report has been obtained from the candidate’s previous school. No report will be requested without the consent of parents.

Candidates must be registered before sitting the test.

Mathematics Paper

The syllabus content for the Entrance Examination at 11+ will be based upon the National Curriculum Year 6 programme of study.

At Entrance for 11+ candidates will be required to take one 45 minute non-calculator paper.

Candidates should bring a pen, pencil, rubber and ruler.

English Paper

The aim of the 11+ English Exam is to provide candidates with the chance to display their comprehension and writing skills (including spelling, punctuation and grammar). The paper is 60 minutes and candidates are advised to spend approximately 30 minutes on each section.

Section A: Comprehension

The paper will consist of a fictional extract(s), appropriate in language and style for the age range, followed by questions.

These may include:

• straightforward, factual questions;
• more open-ended questions involving reasoning, opinion or prediction based on the information given;
• tests of vocabulary in context
• questions assuming an understanding of parts of speech, punctuation and syntax
• opportunities to discuss how or why a writer is using language in a particular way.

Section B: Writing

This will offer the candidates the chance to write a story (or part of one), or a description, letter or some equivalent piece of writing. All tasks will be thematically related to, or arising from, the passage given. It is hoped the candidates will be able to demonstrate their abilities by writing in an accurate, detailed and lively way.

Verbal Reasoning

No special preparation is required and candidates will be provided with a specimen paper prior to taking the tests.