11 Plus Exam Preparation — UK’s Trusted Specialist
Expert 11 Plus Preparation. Grammar School Success Starts Here.
Comprehensive 11 Plus coaching across the UK — online exams, 10,000+ question bank, 1:1 live sessions, and offline classes in multiple locations.
GL Assessment · CEM · CSSE · ISEB · Grammar Schools · All UK
UK’s #1 choice for 11 Plus preparation — trusted by 300+ families across 12+ locations
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11 Plus Coaching
Coaching built around your child's exam board.
Weekly live lessons with an 11+ specialist, practice on our learning platform between sessions, and mocks marked inside the programme. Pick the board your target school sets.
11+ GL Coaching
The most widely used 11+ papers — set by grammar schools across Buckinghamshire, Kent, the Midlands and beyond.
11+ CSSE Coaching
The Essex consortium format — English comprehension, maths reasoning and verbal ability for the Essex grammar schools.
11+ CEM Coaching
A mixed-topic, fast-paced format with heavy comprehension and timing demands — used in Birmingham, Gloucestershire and Warwickshire.
11+ FSCE Coaching
Future Stories Community Enterprise — the CCHS Year 7 entrance route, with its own format and marking criteria.
Included in every coaching programme
Live coaching, never pre-recorded
Weekly lessons with a specialist 11+ tutor, 1-to-1 or in a small group.
Self-learning platform access
Practice between lessons on our learning platform, with progress your tutor can see.
A wide choice of tutors
Subject specialists across every paper — matched to your child, and changeable if the fit is wrong.
Marked mocks and parent reports
Full board-matched mocks inside the programme, marked, with a report after every paper.
8-Week Programme
11+ 2 Month Crash Course
8-week intensive programme — English, Maths, weekly mock tests & parent reports. Small batches of 10 students. Optional Logical Reasoning & Creative Writing add-ons.
Complete Package
£392
English + Maths + Writing + Reasoning
Also Running
Free Diagnostic & Weekly Vocabulary
A free assessment to pinpoint exactly where your child stands, plus the weekly vocabulary batches that run alongside coaching.
11+ Diagnostic Assessment Test for Year 2 to Year 5
All 11+ subjects covered — Maths, English, Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning. Personalised report on your child's strengths and gaps. 100% free.
Reviewed by qualified 11+ examiners
Book the Free Diagnostic11+ Vocabulary Weekly Virtual Challenge — Progression Batch Year 3 & 4
Intensive vocabulary training designed for Year 3 & Year 4 students. Build word power, synonyms, antonyms and contextual understanding for 11+ success.
Mondays 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Enrol Now11+ Vocabulary Weekly Virtual Challenge — Progression Batch Year 5
Focused vocabulary virtual challenge for Year 5 students preparing for the 11+ exam. Advanced word power, comprehension vocabulary and exam-level word usage practice.
Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:00 PM
Enrol Now1:1 Tuition
11 Plus Tuition by Year Group.
Personalised live tuition, matched to where your child is now and the school they are aiming for.
Year 3 — 11 Plus Tuition
Build strong 11 Plus foundations early. Vocabulary, reading comprehension, core maths, and logical thinking.
Year 4 — 11 Plus Tuition
Structured 11 Plus prep begins. VR, NVR, advanced maths, and comprehension techniques.
Year 5 — 11 Plus Tuition
Intensive 11 Plus exam prep. Full mocks, timed practice, exam technique, and targeted gap-filling.
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Exam Knowledge
11 Plus Exam Boards & Formats Across the UK.
The 11 Plus isn't one exam — it varies by region, school, and exam board. Understanding which format your child faces is the first step to effective preparation.
GL Assessment
Granada Learning — the most widely used 11+ provider. Standard format across many LEAs including Buckinghamshire, Kent, and parts of the Midlands.
CEM (Durham)
Centre for Evaluation & Monitoring. Used across Birmingham, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire and more. Known for unpredictable question styles.
CSSE (Essex)
Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex. Unique format covering English comprehension, maths reasoning, and verbal ability for Essex grammar schools.
FSCE
Future Stories Community Enterprise. Four papers spanning eleven KS2 subjects, used for Year 7 entry at CCHS and other selective grammar schools.
ISEB Pre-Tests
Independent Schools Examinations Board. Computer-adaptive tests used by many top independent schools across England as a first-round assessment.
ISEB Common Entrance
Traditional CE at 11+ for independent school entry. Covers English, Maths, Science, and more — with school-specific mark thresholds.
Bespoke / School-Specific
Many selective schools set their own exams with unique formats, including creative writing, interviews, and group tasks alongside academic papers.
Northern Ireland Transfer
AQE and GL-based transfer tests used by grammar schools in Northern Ireland. Two separate testing systems depending on the school.
Regional Consortiums
Mix of CEM and bespoke, mix of GL and CEM, or GL with secondary review. Several regions use combined approaches tailored to local schools.
Deep-dive guides: GL Assessment · CEM · ISEB Pre-Test · CAT4
What's Tested
11 Plus Subjects Across Every Exam Board.
Core Four Subjects
Verbal Reasoning
Word patterns, analogies, cloze, vocabulary, and logical deduction with words.
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Spatial awareness, pattern recognition, sequences, matrices, and visual logic.
Mathematics
Arithmetic, problem-solving, data handling, geometry, algebra, and multi-step word problems.
English
Comprehension, grammar, punctuation, spelling (SPaG), and vocabulary in context.
Beyond the Core Four — Additional Subjects (Vary by School)
Why Choose Us
Why Families Trust 11 Ace.
We don't just tutor — we partner with families. Every child gets a dedicated correspondent, regular progress reports, and mock tests designed to build real exam confidence.
Meet 11+ Expert Tutor
Saima
11+ Specialist
Special Student Correspondent
Every child is assigned a dedicated correspondent who tracks their journey, understands their strengths and weaknesses, and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
Regular Parent Reporting
Transparent, regular progress reports sent directly to parents. You'll always know where your child stands, what's improving, and what needs attention next.
Mock Tests & Performance Analysis
Regular timed mock exams under realistic conditions. Every mock is fully marked with question-by-question analysis and actionable improvement plans.
Exam-Board Aligned Curriculum
Every lesson, worksheet, and mock is tailored to the specific exam board your child will sit — GL, CEM, CSSE, or ISEB. No generic material.
Proven Results Track Record
Thousands of students placed in top grammar and independent schools across the UK. Our methods are tested, refined, and trusted by families year after year.
Sibling & Referral Trust
The highest endorsement: families who return with their next child, and parents who recommend us to friends and neighbours year after year.
About the 11 Plus
Everything Parents Need to Know.
In-depth guides covering every aspect of the 11 Plus journey.
No Cost. No Commitment.
Free 11 Plus Diagnostic Assessment Test.
Every child starts with a free diagnostic assessment covering all key 11 Plus areas. Receive a detailed report identifying strengths, weaknesses, and a personalised improvement plan — before you spend a penny.
Diagnostic Tests by Year Group.
Separate 11 Plus diagnostic assessments available for each year group, from Year 2 through to Year 5, and for each individual subject. Every test is calibrated to that year group’s expected level.
Year 2 — 11 Plus Starter Diagnostic
A gentle first taste of 11 Plus thinking. English, Maths and simple Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, pitched to build confidence rather than test it.
Year 3 — 11 Plus Diagnostic
Foundation-level 11 Plus assessment. Separate tests for each subject — VR, NVR, Maths, and English. Identifies early gaps and sets the baseline.
Year 4 — 11 Plus Diagnostic
Intermediate-level 11 Plus diagnostic. Individual subject tests available for VR, NVR, Maths, and English. Measures readiness across all core areas.
Year 5 — 11 Plus Diagnostic
Exam-year level 11 Plus assessment. Subject-specific timed diagnostics mirroring actual exam conditions with detailed gap analysis.
Parent Testimonials
What Parents Are Saying.
Real feedback from real families whose children prepared with 11 Ace and earned places at top grammar schools across the UK.
“We started with the free diagnostic in Year 4 and it was eye-opening. The report showed exactly where our daughter needed help. After 18 months with 11 Ace, she got a place at our first-choice grammar school. The regular updates kept us informed every step of the way.”
Sarah M. · Grammar school placement · Kent
“My son was doing well at school but the 11 Plus is a different level entirely. 11 Ace broke everything down into manageable steps. The mock exams were particularly brilliant — by exam day, he felt like he'd already done it a dozen times. He passed comfortably.”
James R. · Grammar school placement · Buckinghamshire
“We tried self-study at home for months and our son wasn't making progress. Within the first month at 11 Ace, we could see the difference. The 1:1 sessions were perfectly tailored to his weak areas. He's now thriving at a grammar school we never thought possible.”
Priya K. · Grammar school placement · Birmingham
Nationwide Coverage
11 Plus Classes Across the UK.
In-person centres and online tuition covering every major 11 Plus region. Find your nearest location below.
London
Kent
Essex
Buckinghamshire
Birmingham
Hertfordshire
Lincolnshire
Warwickshire
Gloucestershire
Yorkshire
Devon & Dorset
Northern Ireland
Free Downloads
Free 11 Plus Resources.
Free solved mock papers, worksheets, and practice materials for every year group and exam board style. No sign-up required.
Free Online Mocks & Quizzes
GL Assessment 11+ Mock Exam — free
CEM 11+ Mock Exam — free
11+ Verbal Reasoning GL Quiz — free
11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning GL Quiz — free
Solved Mock Question Papers
Year 3 Maths Mock
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Year 4 Maths Mock
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Year 5 Maths Mock
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Year 3 Verbal Reasoning
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Year 4 Verbal Reasoning
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Year 5 Verbal Reasoning
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Year 3 Non-Verbal Reasoning
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Year 4 Non-Verbal Reasoning
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Year 5 Non-Verbal Reasoning
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Year 3 English Comprehension
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Year 4 English Comprehension
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Year 5 English Comprehension
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11 Plus Worksheets by Year
Free Practice Papers by Exam Board
Message us on WhatsApp to receive any of the solved papers, worksheets or practice packs. Looking for full mock papers with marking? See the 11+ mock exams.
School Directory
Top Grammar Schools Across the UK.
Browse grammar schools by location. Each area page includes school details, exam formats, entry requirements, and preparation advice.
No Cost. No Commitment.
Ready to Start Your Child’s 11 Plus Journey?
Book a free diagnostic assessment today. No cost, no commitment — just a clear picture of where your child stands and a roadmap to grammar school success.
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Tell us your child's year group and target schools. We'll call you back, talk through where they are, and set out the fastest route to exam day.