Scroll down to see all the 11 Plus Maths quizzes in this section.
Please note that we have 3 sample Test Papers for 11 Plus Maths as follows:
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Maths 11-Plus Subjects
These quizzes will help you learn about the subjects you will need in the 11 Plus exam. Subjects like addition, subtraction, ordering numbers, decimals, fractions, handling data, measures and multiples will all become much easier if you practice – the more you practice, the easier they will become!
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Maths Overview
The 11 Plus Maths assessment evaluates students' mathematical proficiency and problem-solving abilities. This comprehensive test encompasses various mathematical topics, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation. A strong command of mathematics is highly regarded in the selection process for grammar schools.
Preparation for the 11 Plus Maths test entails practice across a spectrum of mathematical concepts and the mastery of problem-solving techniques. Students must complete the test within a stringent time frame, underscoring the importance of time management skills.
The Significance of Maths in the 11 Plus
Our analysis of all UK grammar schools reveals that mathematics is the most commonly used component in entrance exams. Out of 163 schools, only 24 exclude mathematics, with 12 of them located in Lincolnshire. The remaining 139 schools all incorporate mathematics as an integral part of the examination.
11 Plus Maths Test
Primary schools cover most of the mathematical concepts required for the 11 Plus. However, the exam questions are typically at the upper end of the difficulty spectrum compared to what students have encountered in their regular KS2 curriculum.
Each of our math quizzes is categorized into one of three difficulty levels: Easy, Medium, or Difficult. In the context of 11 Plus papers, it is common to encounter questions of varying difficulties. To excel, students should strive to answer most of the challenging questions with reasonable accurately.
Here is a broad overview of the subjects likely to appear on the exam paper:
- Addition: Understanding and performing addition operations to combine two or more numbers.
- Subtraction: Understanding and performing subtraction operations to find the difference between two numbers.
- Ordering Numbers: Arranging numbers in ascending or descending order, helping students recognize number patterns.
- Decimals: Knowledge of decimal numbers, including place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division involving decimals.
- Fractions: Understanding fractions, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions, and converting between fractions and decimals.
- Handling Data: Ability to collect, organize, interpret, and analyze data, often involving charts, graphs, and statistics.
- Measures and Multiples: Familiarity with units of measurement (e.g., length, weight, volume) and understanding multiples and factors of numbers.
- Negative Numbers: Understanding and performing operations with negative numbers, including addition, subtraction, and multiplication.
- Number Sequences: Recognizing and continuing number sequences, including arithmetic and geometric progressions.
- Percentages: Understanding percentages, calculating percentages of numbers, and solving problems involving percentage changes.
- Perimeter and Area: Calculating the perimeter (the sum of all sides) and area (surface space) of geometric shapes such as rectangles, triangles, and circles.
- Place Values: Grasping the concept of place value, understanding the significance of digits in a number.
- Position: Understanding spatial relationships, directions, and coordinates on grids and maps.
- Properties of Numbers: Familiarity with various number properties such as prime numbers, factors, and divisibility rules.
- Ratio: Understanding and working with ratios, including simplifying ratios and solving problems involving proportions.
- Rounding: Rounding numbers to the nearest whole number, tenth, hundredth, etc., as required in different contexts.
- Shapes: Recognizing and identifying various geometric shapes, understanding their properties, and solving problems related to them.
- Solving Problems: Developing problem-solving skills, including breaking down complex problems into manageable steps and applying appropriate math techniques.
- Time: Telling time accurately, converting between different units of time (e.g., seconds, minutes, hours), and solving time-related problems.