Grammar Schools
If you're a parent in Buckinghamshire or Slough, the 11+ exam is a selective test that can open doors. Let's break down the process and how to give your child the best chance of success.
Understanding the 11+ Exam
Designed to assess academic potential for Year 7 entry, this test is highly competitive. The process differs slightly between Buckinghamshire and Slough.
The Bucks 11+
Secondary Transfer Test
- Who: For Buckinghamshire grammar schools.
- Content: Two GL Assessment papers (Verbal, Maths, Non-Verbal & Spatial reasoning).
- Registration: Automatic for Bucks state primary students.
Slough Consortium 11+
Consortium Entrance Exam
- Who: For the four Slough Consortium grammar schools.
- Content: GL Assessment testing Verbal, Non-Verbal, and Numerical Reasoning.
- Registration: Must register directly with the Slough Consortium.
The Admission Timeline
How to Prepare for Success
The 11+ tests skills like reasoning that aren't always covered in the standard school curriculum.
Early Start (Year 4/5)
Starting early avoids the pressure of "cramming" and allows students to master new concepts at a steady, confident pace.
Expert Tutoring
Tutors help with exam format familiarity, timing, accuracy, and building confidence with tricky concepts.
Secure Your Child's Future
LEC has been providing expert 11+ guidance for over 35 years. We guide both students and parents through this daunting process.
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