What is the pass mark for 11 plus in Kent?

There is no specific pass mark in Kent. The 11 Plus is a competitive exam and so any pass mark will be dependent on the quality of those applying. Kent have though historically used a qualifying score and said that ALL tests must be over this level.

How many questions are on the Kent 11 Plus exam?

The test will most likely contain 24 or 25 questions, so your child will roughly have 1 minute to answer each question. The Kent 11+ English exam will contain a short reading comprehension. Your child will need to read a passage and answer a series of questions based on it.

What is the pass mark for the Kent test?

To be given a grammar school assessment, children needed a total score of 332 or more, with no single score lower than 109. Test scores range from 69 to 141. The highest possible total score is 423.

Is Kent 11 CEM or GL?

The Kent Test Kent is the largest grammar school area in the UK and as a result, it runs its own 11+ test. This test is also provided by GL Assessment.

What is the highest 11 Plus score?

140 or 141
Scores for the 11 Plus exam are standardised scores, meaning the national average is around 100. The average for some areas can be as high as 111. The lowest score will be around 69 or 70 and the highest score is usually 140 or 141.

What percentage of children go to grammar school in Kent?

Across Kent, 14 grammar schools that have expanded are taking pupils in this way, and 35% of 11-plus applicants in the county now go to grammar school – that’s at least 10% more than are meant to.

When should I start preparing for Kent test?

Some parents begin the preparation when their child is in Year 3 or 4 – but a majority of children start their preparation after Year 4. By this point in their development, you’ll have a better idea of their academic capabilities. Exceptionally bright children may only need a few weeks of preparation for the Kent 11+.

What date is the 11+ exam 2021?

Have the grammar school test dates changed?

COUNTY SCHOOL NAME TEST DATE
Kent Skinners School 9 September 2021 or 11th September 2021
Kent The Judd School 9 September 2021 or 11th September 2021
Kent Weald of Kent Grammar School 9 September 2021 or 11th September 2021

What is a good score in 11+?

A “good” score varies depending on the school for which you are aiming. Scores for the 11 Plus exam are standardised scores, meaning the national average is around 100. The average for some areas can be as high as 111. The lowest score will be around 69 or 70 and the highest score is usually 140 or 141.

What percentage of children pass Kent test?

Kent Test Results for Kent Children 2021-2019
2021 2020
State Passes 2325 2237
% Pass Rate 24.3% 25.0%
Private School Passes 465 250

Which is harder CEM or GL?

The new CEM style tests are definitely more difficult to prepare for, as they are more rigid and force English to the fore and, in my opinion, are less fair than GL Assessment tests. They favour those who have had a long exposure to, or who have a natural flair for English.

How long is the Kent 11+ test?

The whole test will take an hour to administer, plus any admin time before formal timing begins. Each sub-test will take 25 minutes, and will be preceded by a five minute practice exercise. Children will be required to stop at the end of the English section and wait for instructions before they start the Maths paper.