11plus.co.uk endeavours to provide as much info as possible, however it is always best to verify the latest information about the eleven plus exams or selective tests that your child will have to sit with one or more of the following...

• Your child’s current school

• Your LEA (local education authority)

• The Grammar or Independent Schools whose selective tests your child will be sitting

It is advisable to establish the following information (or as much as you can) about your child’s 11+ exam:

• Subjects tested

• Test Publisher (e.g. GL Assessment, Moray House, Uni of Durham CEM, Local School Consortium, etc. )

• Exam Dates

• Format of each exam

  • multiple-choice or standard format

  • number of questions

  • time allowed

  • computer based or on paper

The format of the exam does not greatly affect the preparation that needs to be done for each subject. It is most important initially that your child understands the topics and develops the skills required to answer the questions. However, it is beneficial to establish the format of the tests (where possible) so that you can ensure your child also has a chance to become comfortable with the style of answering questions that will be expected of them.