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The 11 Plus is a selective entrance exam taken in Year 6 for places at grammar schools. There is no single national exam: each region or consortium runs its own, and most use the GL Assessment test, while some, such as the Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex (CSSE) and Northern Ireland's AQE, run their own. Papers usually cover English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning.
Because it is regional, the right starting point is your area's official source of free familiarisation or sample papers. Pick your region below to go straight to it, then use WAJD Academy's free targeted tests and revision cards to build confidence, all without spending a penny.
Every selective area in the UK, with its official free-paper source.
The 11 Plus usually tests four areas, though not every region uses all of them. Knowing the format early lets your child practise the right things rather than guessing.
You can build all four on WAJD Academy with free targeted tests and revision cards that focus on the topics your child finds hardest.
Most selective areas use the GL Assessment test, which publishes free familiarisation papers so families can see the real format. A few areas run their own papers instead, most notably the Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex (CSSE) and the AQE test in Northern Ireland. Because the 11 Plus is regional, the safest first step is always your area's official source, which you can reach from the region list above.
There is no single national pass mark. Results are reported as a standardised score that adjusts for your child's age in months, so younger children are not disadvantaged. The qualifying score depends on your region and how many places are available in a given year. Many areas look for a standardised score around 111 or higher, but the real threshold is set locally and changes year to year, so confirm it with your consortium.
The most effective preparation is little and often, not last-minute cramming. A calm plan over 12 to 18 months protects your child's confidence and works better than long, stressful sessions.
Yes. WAJD Academy is free with no ads. We link you to the official free familiarisation and sample papers published by each consortium or test provider, and add free targeted practice and revision on top.
It usually covers four areas: English (comprehension, vocabulary, spelling and grammar), maths from the Key Stage 2 curriculum, verbal reasoning (word and language puzzles) and non-verbal reasoning (shape and pattern puzzles). Not every region tests all four, so check your area.
There is no fixed national pass mark. Results come as a standardised score that adjusts for age, and the qualifying score depends on your region and the places available that year. Many areas look for around 111 or higher, but always confirm locally.
Most families prepare over 12 to 18 months with short, regular practice. Starting in Year 4 or early Year 5 gives time to build core maths and English first, then add reasoning.
Verbal reasoning uses words, letters and numbers (codes, sequences, word relationships). Non-verbal reasoning uses shapes and pictures (rotations, patterns, spatial sequences). Both test problem solving rather than taught knowledge.
Most areas use the GL Assessment test, which has free familiarisation packs. Some run their own, such as CSSE in Essex and AQE in Northern Ireland. Select your region above to reach the official source.
Usually in early Year 6, in September, with registration over the preceding summer. Always confirm dates with your regional consortium or local council.
Yes. Grammar schools have limited places and many applicants, so scores are judged relative to other children. Steady preparation and familiarity with the format give the best chance.