What date is Kent 11+?
The Kent Test took place on: 9 September 2021 for children who go to school in Kent. the weekend of 11 September 2021 for children who go to school outside Kent.
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.
When did 11 Plus exams stop in England?
2008
There are now over 160 grammar schools in England, and although the 11 Plus test was officially disbanded in Northern Ireland in 2008, many of the ‘ex-grammar schools’ still select by ability, using the Transfer Test.
When was the 11 Plus exam abolished?
In Northern Ireland the 1947 Education Act led to more grammar schools being built and these have remained in place until 2008, when the the 11+ exam was phased out.
When should I take 11 Plus exam?
The 11+ is a selective entrance examination for secondary school, used by both state-funded grammar schools and many private schools to identify the most academically-able children. The exam is taken towards the end of Year 5 or beginning of Year 6 of primary school.
How long is the 11 Plus exam?
around 40-60 minutes
How long does the 11 Plus exam take? 11 Plus exam papers typically last around 40-60 minutes.
How many people pass the Kent test 2021?
| Kent Test Results for Kent Children 2021-2019 | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | ||
| State School Tested | 5169 | 5297 |
| State Passes | 2325 | 2185 |
| % Pass Rate | 24.3% |
What percentage is needed to pass the 11+?
The pass mark for the 11 plus is 80 per cent. The percentage of children who reach the pass mark for 11 plus differs considerably throughout the country.
When did 11 Plus exam start?
1944
The 11 Plus exam was introduced during the time of the Tripartite System(Wikipedia link) in 1944, having been created by the Butler Education Act 1944(Wikipedia link).
What is the exam format for Kent 11 plus?
Kent 11 Plus Test- Exam Format. The exam format in Kent is called The Kent Test. It includes two papers including a mix of Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. There is also a creative writing exercise. Kent have tried to make their exam more difficult to prepare for by not issuing past papers.
What is the shepway test for Kent schools?
The Dover Grammar schools have their own test (the Dover Test) and The Folkestone School also has it’s own test (the Shepway test). Tests are in Verbal Reasoning and Non-verbal Reasoning and tests in KS2 National Curriculum Maths and English. These schools also accept applicants who pass the Kent test.
What is the highest score on the Kent Test?
The highest possible total score is 423 You cannot appeal against a Kent Test result, only against a decision not to be awarded a grammar school place. Our thanks go to our 11+ Forum member “committed” for making a Freedom of Information request to Kent County Council to obtain the following information.
Which practice papers should I use for the 11 plus exam?
A booklet is also issued by Kent which includes example 11 Plus questions. Instead of using past papers as they don’t exist we suggest using the practice papers which are written and sold by GL (the same people who produce the Kent test). This will give you a level of practice materials which is going to be as close as possible to the exam itself.
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