11+ procedures for 2015 - 2016Headlines:-• The 11+ tests were changed last year and

put into one day only, instead of 2 days.• There are two tests and a writing task• The first will be English and Maths • The second will be Reasoning , verbal and

non-verbal• Children will be asked to do a 40 minute

writing exercise which will be used in borderline cases

11+ procedures for 2015 - 2016

Important datesClosing date to register Wednesday, 1st July11+ tests all on Thursday, 10th SeptemberHeadteacher appeal Friday, 25th SeptemberAssessment decision to parents Wednesday, 14th OctoberSCAF form completed by Friday, 30th October National offer day Wednesday, 2nd MarchClosing date for appeals Tuesday, 29th March

11+ procedures for 2015 - 2016Test PapersPaper 1: • 1 hour long • 30 minutes of English including 5 minutes practise questions• 30 minutes of Maths including 5 minutes practise questionsPaper 2:• 1 hour long• 30 minutes multiple choice – verbal reasoning• 30 minutes multiple choice – non verbal reasoningWriting exercise:• 10 minutes planning time, 40 minutes writing

11+ procedures for 2015 - 2016Things to consider:• Talk to the class teacher about your child – do

they think Grammar school is right for them?• Does your child know what to expect from the

tests? Practise papers? Tutor? • Read the information on the KCC website• Paying for transport to school if not your nearest

school• Visit the schools on their open days