Year 6
11+ Preparation in Year 6
For most areas the 11+ is sat in September of Year 6, so the work is largely done by the time school starts. This year is about polishing technique, managing logistics and keeping your child calm and confident.
What to focus on
- Final timed practice and targeted work on remaining weak spots.
- Test-day logistics — dates, locations and clashing tests.
- Wellbeing: rest, perspective and confidence over last-minute cramming.
Key milestones
Polish
Focus practice on the few remaining gap areas, not everything at once.
Test day
Plan travel and timings; September weekends can have clashing tests.
Results & appeals
Understand the offer process and any appeal or waiting-list routes.
End-of-year checklist
- Test dates and locations are confirmed and don’t clash.
- Your child knows the format of each test they’ll sit.
- Sleep and calm are prioritised over last-minute cramming.
FAQs
What happens after the 11+ results?+
Results feed into the secondary application; offers are made on national offer day. If you miss out, waiting lists and appeals may be options depending on the school.
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