11 plus in Buckinghamshire

The 11 plus in Buckinghamshire works as an 'opt-out' process - if your child goes to a Local Authority primary school they will automatically be enrolled to take what is known as the 'transfer test.' To gain entry to one of the 13 selective grammar schools in the area (part of the TBGS -  'The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools'), your child will sit an 11 plus exam produced by CEM. It is designed to test verbal, non verbal and mathematical skills.

With over 10 years of experience producing mock exams based on the CEM format, you can trust that KSOL have the knowledge and resources to support your child's 11 plus preparation. Our mock exams are split into 2 papers of approximately 45 minutes and contain individually timed sections in verbal, non verbal and numerical ability. Click here for terms and conditions.

11 plus in Trafford

Sale Grammar School, Stretford Grammar School, Urmston Grammar School and Altrincham Grammar School for Girls are part of the Trafford Grammar Schools CEM Consortium Entrance Test (TGSCC) meaning that if you wish to apply to any of these schools, your child can sit just one exam. The CEM (Centre for Evaluation & Monitoring at Durham University) is a widely used independent exam provider of 11 plus exams and includes multiple choice question papers testing verbal, non verbal reasoning and mathematical skills.

Altrincham Grammar School for Boys and Loreto Grammar School both use GL assessment which also uses multiple choice format exams in verbal reasoning, non verbal reasoning and mathematics. Loreto also include a closed test in English, and Altrincham host their own Creative Writing paper. St Ambrose College conduct an internal exam in verbal reasoning, arithmetic and English.

KSOL mock exams cover a range of topics within the 11 plus syllabus to help children prepare for any eventuality. Whilst your child may have the right knowledge for the exam, new factors such as exam environment, time pressures and exam technique may influence the end result. However, with regular practice and familiarisation you can help your child face whatever may come their way. For KSOL mock exam dates, see below. Click here for terms and conditions.

11 plus in Gloucestershire

There are 7 selective grammar schools in Gloucester, Cheltenham and Stroud; Pate's Grammar School, High School for Girls, Ribston Hall High School, Sir Thomas Rich's School, The Crypt School, Marling School and Stroud High School. The CEM (Centre for Evaluation & Monitoring at the University of Durham) are the independent providers of the 11 plus exam in Gloucester and produce tests in verbal, non verbal and mathematical reasoning.

KSOL have over 10 years of CEM 11 plus experience, providing you with the peace of mind that your child is getting the best possible exam experience. Our mock exams are split into 2 papers of approximately 45 minutes and contain individually timed sections in verbal, non verbal and mathematical reasoning. See mock exam dates below. Click here for terms and conditions.

11 plus in Walsall, Wolverhampton and Shropshire

The are currently 5 grammar schools for the consortium of grammar schools in Shropshire, Walsall and Wolverhampton; Adams' Grammar School, Newport Girls' High School, Queen Mary's Grammar School, Queen Mary's High School and Wolverhampton Girls' High School.

The CEM (Centre for Evaluation & Monitoring at University of Durham) provide the entrance assessment, however the content and weighting of the exam differs to the Birmingham/Warwickshire CEM exam; sections are divided equally into thirds for Maths, verbal ability and non verbal reasoning. This mock exam is split into 2 papers of approximately 45 minutes and contains individually timed sections. Click here for terms and conditions.