11+ Information
Understanding how the 11+ exam works can be tricky. That's why we've made it simple by creating useful information pages that answer the most Frequently Asked Questions about the 11+ exam.
A quick summary
The 11+ exam is an entrance examination used by some schools, usually Grammar Schools, to assess whether a child is able enough to attend. It is taken by Year 6 pupils, those in their last year of primary school.
Each 11+ exam will vary from school to school, however the questions asked will cover some, or all, of the following subjects:
- Verbal Reasoning
- Non-verbal Reasoning
- Mathematics
- English
Although Mathematics and English are included in the National Curriculum, reasoning is not and schools are not obliged to teach it. Learn about the difference between Verbal and Non-verbal reasoning here.
Find more information on the subject content and format of the 11+ exam here.
Frequently Asked Questions about the 11+ exam
- How can I make sure my child does well in the 11+?
- Do I need to hire a private tutor for my child?
- What is the mental impact of the 11+ on children?
- Can I tutor my child at home?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of the 11+?
- Which schools use the 11+?
- Which exam boards are used for the 11+?
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How can BOFA help?
BOFA 8+ - 12+ is an online tutoring resource used by parents, schools and tutors to help pupils prepare for their 11+ examination. It uses a unique formative learning approach: test, teach, retest, to identify a pupil's weak areas, and improve these through similar practice questions and simple explanations. Subscriptions to BOFA 8+ - 12+ include full access to our AI-led adaptive testing covering VR, NVR, English and Maths, starting from just £9.50 per month.
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