What is the 11+?
The 11+ is an entrance examination used in some parts of England and Northern Ireland to determine admission to certain secondary schools, particularly grammar schools and some selective independent schools.
Who takes the 11+?
Children usually sit the exam in Year 6 (age 10–11), before starting secondary school in Year 7.
This can change depending on location.
What does it test?
The exact format varies by area and school, but commonly includes:
- English (reading comprehension, vocabulary, writing)
- Mathematics
- Verbal reasoning (solving word-based logic problems)
- Non-verbal reasoning (patterns, shapes, and spatial reasoning)
Kent Test
The Kent Test is used by Kent County Council grammar schools to help decide whether a child may be well suited to a grammar school education.
This is only used for admission to Kent grammar schools.
A grammar school assessment does not guarantee your child a place, as admissions decisions also depend on each school’s entry criteria and the number of places available.
Some grammar schools also have their own entrance test, so it is important to check each school's website.
If you are applying for a school in Medway or Bexley, those areas have their own separate tests: the Medway Test and the Bexley selection test.
For more information: Kent County Council
Medway Test
Children who would like to be considered for a Medway grammar school will need to sit the Medway Test.
Chatham Grammar is the exception to this is the admissions policy.
(Children assessed through the Medway Test or Kent Test)
Some grammar schools also have their own entrance test, so it is important to check each school's website.
The Medway Test can be taken by children whether they live in Medway or not.
If you live in Medway but are considering grammar schools in another area, your child will need to sit the relevant test for the schools in the other area.
For more information: Medway Council
Group Sessions & Mock Tests
Group Sessions
At Discovery Tuition, we offer a range of 11+ sessions for both Year 4 and 5 children.
Group session are on offer focusing on
English, Maths,
Verbal, Non-Verbal & Spatial Reasoning skills.
Mock Tests
Mock tests are available throughout the year, to help prepare, support and inform your child's progress.
Informative progress reports are written.
Mock tests will be held during holidays and half terms.
Sessions are approximately 3 hours and include English, Maths and Reasoning papers.
Dates and times will be announced in due course.