How the 11+ is scored – and why it's not about getting every question right
The 11+ doesn't have a fixed pass mark – it's about ranking above other applicants. Here's how grammar and independent school scoring works.
Lucy Parr
Lucy Parr
Writer and editor @ HeyKitsu
Lucy is an established writer and editor, juggling working full-time with family life. She recently helped support her step daughter through the 11+ and still remembers the stress of her own.
Articles by Lucy Parr
Grammar schools vs independent schools: what's the difference?
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When to start 11+ preparation – a year-by-year guide
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