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Free 11 Plus Guides for Exam Preparation and Practice
Welcome to our free 11 Plus guides for parents and children preparing for grammar school entrance exams.
The 11 Plus can feel confusing at first. Different areas use different tests, different question types and even different names, including 11 Plus, 11+, Eleven Plus and Eleven+. These guides are here to make preparation, practice and revision clearer, calmer and easier to manage.
There are over 120 free 11 Plus guides in this section. They are free to read and use, and they are designed to help parents understand the exam, support their children and build confidence before test day.
Please note that the guides are free, while playing the 11 Plus quizzes for regular practice requires a subscription.
11 Plus Preparation Made Clear for Parents
Most parents arrive here because their child may be sitting the 11 Plus test, often in September of Year 6. You may be looking for 11 Plus preparation advice, sample questions, explanations, revision ideas or help understanding the subjects involved.
That is exactly what this section is for.
Our free 11 Plus guides explain the key topics, question formats and reasoning skills children are likely to meet. They are written to be practical and accessible, so parents can feel more confident when supporting revision at home.
What Is the 11 Plus Test?
The 11 Plus is a grammar school entrance exam used in some parts of England and Northern Ireland. Not every child takes it, and not every local authority uses the same format.
As a general guide, the 11 Plus may include English, maths, verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and comprehension. Some areas use all of these subjects, while others use only some of them.
For a wider introduction, you may also find our What is the 11 Plus? guide useful.
Free 11 Plus Guides by Subject
Children do not always need to prepare for every subject, so it is worth checking with your primary school or local grammar school admissions information before deciding what to focus on.
These subject areas are commonly used in 11 Plus exam practice:
11 Plus English
English practice may include grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and comprehension. These skills also support wider schoolwork and reading confidence.
11 Plus Maths
Maths questions often test accuracy, problem-solving and speed. Regular practice helps children become more familiar with common question styles.
Verbal Reasoning
Verbal reasoning questions test how children work with words, patterns, codes and logic. They can seem unusual at first, but they become easier with practice.
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Non-verbal reasoning questions use shapes, patterns and diagrams. They are often unfamiliar to children, so clear explanations and repeated practice are especially helpful.
Why 11 Plus Practice Matters
The 11 Plus is not only a test of knowledge. It also tests familiarity with question formats, speed, confidence and concentration.
Children often find 11 Plus questions difficult at first simply because the formats are new. With regular practice and steady revision, the question types become less intimidating and children can focus more clearly on solving them.
This is why short, steady practice is usually better than last-minute panic. A few well-chosen questions at a time can make a real difference over several weeks or months.
How These Free 11 Plus Guides Help
Our free 11 Plus guides are designed to support parents as well as children. They explain what different question types are asking, why children may find them difficult and how to approach them calmly.
Use them to:
- Understand the main 11 Plus subjects and question types
- Support your child with 11 Plus preparation at home
- Find clear parent explanations for tricky topics
- Revise important skills before grammar school entrance exams
- Choose the right areas for 11 Plus practice
Where Is the 11 Plus Used?
The 11 Plus is still used in some counties and boroughs, but the rules vary from area to area. It is always best to check with your child’s primary school or the relevant grammar school admissions authority.
Our 11 Plus regions guide gives more detail about grammar school test areas and where the 11 Plus may apply.
Should Children Start with KS2 Before 11 Plus?
For many children, KS2 English and maths are a sensible starting point before moving on to 11 Plus exam practice.
The 11 Plus questions are often more challenging than standard KS2 questions, so it can help to strengthen the basics first. Once children are secure with core skills, they are usually better prepared for the extra challenge of 11 Plus reasoning and test-style questions.
Useful extra reading: Parents may also like our guides to the primary school curriculum and how the National Curriculum affects primary schools.
11 Plus Quizzes for Regular Practice
The free guides help parents and children understand the 11 Plus, but practice is what makes the question types feel familiar.
The more children practise and revise, the more confident they become with the formats, timings and styles of 11 Plus questions. Regular practice can help children recognise what a question is asking and choose a sensible method for answering it.
Our 11 Plus quizzes are written by experienced teachers and tutors to help children prepare for the exam and build skills for grammar school. Access to the quizzes requires a subscription, which gives children the opportunity to put the ideas from the free guides into practice.
Next step: Use these free 11 Plus guides to understand the topics, then encourage your child to practise regularly with our 11 Plus quizzes. The guides are free to use, while quiz practice is available by subscription. Short, steady practice can make the exam feel much less daunting.
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