Latymer School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

How to get into Latymer School

Grammar SchoolEnfield, Greater London87 days until exam dateOfsted: Good

Gender

Mixed

Exam Board

GL Assessment

Places (Year 7)

192

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

17.9:1

Healthy

About Latymer School

The Latymer School is a thriving North London grammar where pupils develop a genuine love of learning alongside strong academic achievement. The curriculum is impressively broad, offering languages including Latin, Russian and German, while the sixth form is particularly strong, with students achieving exceptionally well and progressing to top universities or competitive apprenticeships. What truly sets Latymer apart is its outstanding personal development programme—pupils engage in meaningful debates on contemporary issues, take on leadership roles through initiatives like the Equalities Action Project, and benefit from extensive extracurricular opportunities spanning music, sport, chess and engineering. Sixth formers act as mentors to younger students and even volunteer in local primary schools, creating a genuine sense of community.

Frequently asked questions about Latymer School

How do I apply to Latymer School?

Registration opens on 17 March 2026 and closes on 2 June 2026. Full admissions details are available on the official Latymer School admissions page.

What subjects does Latymer School test in the 11+?

Latymer School tests candidates in English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning.

When is the Latymer School 11+ exam?

The Latymer School 11+ exam takes place on 3 September 2026.

Where is Latymer School located?

Latymer School is located in London, Enfield, United Kingdom.

Subjects Tested

MathsEnglishVerbal Reasoning

Ages & Pupils

1,374

Total pupils

Ofsted Rating

Good

Overall effectiveness

Inspected 24/03/2022

Quality of Education

Good

Behaviour & Attitudes

Good

Personal Development

Outstanding

Leadership & Management

Good

Sixth Form Provision

Outstanding

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

80.1

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

99%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

School Size
1,374 pupilsLarge
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1Healthy
Consortium
GL Assessment + School's Own

Test Format

Three tests: 60-minute Mathematics & Verbal Reasoning (GL Assessment), 60-minute English paper (school-set) with reading and writing sections

Admissions

Published Admission Number
192 places
Qualifying Score
Top 700 applicants ranked by age-standardised scores
Catchment Area
Inner Area postcodes only: E2, E4, E5, E8, E9, E17, EN1-EN5, selected EN8 sectors, N1-N22 (excluding N1C)

Student Demographics

8.4%

Free School Meals

20.4%

English as Additional Language

0.44%

EHCP

2.11%

SEN Support

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Past papers relevant to Latymer School

Curated papers that Latymer School pupils often practise with.

The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 1 Extract cover

The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 1 Extract

The Latymer School

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The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 1 Mark Scheme cover

The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 1 Mark Scheme

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The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 1 Question Booklet cover

The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 1 Question Booklet

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The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 2 Extract cover

The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 2 Extract

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The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 2 Mark Scheme cover

The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 2 Mark Scheme

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The Latymer School – 11 Plus Sample English Paper 2 Question Booklet

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