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Bexley 11 Plus
The New Schools Admissions Code, by law from 2012 , due to take effect for admissions for Entry in September 2013, states that schools must take all reasonable steps to inform parents of the outcome of tests before the closing deadline for applications on October 31st 2012.
Children attending state primary schools in Bexley, apart from the Catholic primary schools and the Business Academy Bexley Primary Section, are automatically included in the 11+ testing process. All other children must be actively registered to take the 11+ selection test in Bexley.
Admissions Information for September 2013 entry
| Closing date for applications | |
|---|---|
| 31st October 2012 – deadline for submitting the CAF | |
| 11+ test dates | Tuesday 18th September 2012 (Maths) Wednesday 19th September 2012 (Verbal Reasoning) |
| The tests are usually held at the Primary School for those attending schools in Bexley. For children outside Bexley a venue will be notified by letter . | |
| Test Types | Maths (50 questions) & Verbal Reasoning (75 questions), multiple choice format. Both papers are 50 minutes |
| Examiner | NFER administered by GL Assessment. |
| Pass Mark | There is no pre-set ‘pass’ mark. The two standardised scores are added together to give a total, and children are ranked according to the total score. Both tests carry equal weight. In 2008, 4520 children sat all the tests and 1294 achieved the selective standard, with 814 selective places available. The 180 children with the highest scores are guaranteed a place at their preferred grammar school in Bexley. However, Townley Grammar School take the view that an aggregate score of 215 meets the standard that is suitable, those who score below 215 will not be considered for that school. |
| Allocations | 1st March 2013 |
| Link to Bexley Admissions Information | |
Appropriate Practice Materials
The recommended practice materials can be found under the 11 Plus Regions Bexley section of the online shop. You may also download the following sample questions and answers which have been obtained from Bexley Council
Bexley Selection Tests Information
Sample Verbal Reasoning Questions
Sample Verbal Reasoning Answers
The maths test paper covers techniques that feature in Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum.
School Information
| School | Gender | Places | Open Evening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bexley Grammar School | Mixed | 192 places in Year 7. | 17th & 18th October 2012 |
| Beths Grammar School | Boys | 160 places in Year 7 | TBA |
| Townley Grammar School | Girls | 210 places in Year 7. (219 first preferences were received in 2009) | TBA |
Page updated on 1st March 2012
