Wandsworth 11 Plus
Understand how the Wandsworth selective route works, which schools share it, what the assessment usually looks like, and the practical checks to make before building a shortlist.
Last checked 29 Mar 2026
Applies To
Selective schools located within the London borough of Wandsworth
Test Format
The Wandsworth 11 plus exam is made up of a non-verbal reasoning paper and a verbal reasoning paper which are both supplied by GL…
Eligibility
There are no formal admissions criteria to sit the Wandsworth Year 6 Test, but children should be working above their expected level and be…
Places Available
On average there are ~1000 places across all the selective schools in Wandsworth.
Applications
More children sit the Wandsworth 11 Plus Test than are admitted according to their policies.
01 / Route overview
What this route covers
The Wandsworth Year 6 Test or 11 Plus exam is used by the grammar-style schools in the borough. It assesses the academic ability of primary-school age children as part of the admissions process.
In this section
- What the route covers
- Which schools use it
- What to compare next
Wandsworth sits in a broader selective landscape than the grammar-school routes we cover in depth elsewhere, so this page focuses on the route itself, the exam details, and the linked schools rather than an in-site shortlist tool.
The most useful next step here is usually to confirm the live admissions information with the participating schools and local authority before building a final list.
What to compare next
- Which schools on the route are still realistic for travel
- Any school-specific admissions rules that sit beyond the shared test
- Whether the route includes schools outside the current in-site coverage
02 / Selection test
Exam format and structure
The Wandsworth Year 6 Test includes two papers designed to assess academic ability and problem-solving skills in the areas of verbal and non-verbal reasoning.
In this section
- Paper structure
- Subjects covered
- Stages or provider
Paper structure
Paper 1: Non-Verbal Reasoning (GL Assessment)
See the papers and topics below.
Paper 2: Verbal Reasoning (GL Assessment)
See the papers and topics below.
What the test covers
55 minutes total test time which includes invigilator guidance and practice questions
The test consists of four sections (three of 10 minutes each with 19 questions in each and one of 9 minutes to answer 18 questions)
50 minutes
80 questions and no guidance
03 / Scoring
Pass mark and score guidance
The Wandsworth 11 Plus Test is age-standardised to increase fairness between children of different birthdays throughout the school year. Each participant receives a standardised score for each paper and an overall aggregate score.
In this section
- Score mix
- Threshold notes
- How marks are described
Graveney School
256
Burntwood School
224
Pass marks vary slightly each year and vary across schools. Chestnut Grove and Ashcroft both use the test scores solely to band students entering their schools with additional aptitude tests used for specific places. Graveney and Burntwood use the scores to allocate a set number of places. More information can be found on the school pages below.
Using 2021 as an example, the minimum marks needed for the selective Graveney and Burntwood places were:
04 / Applications
Key dates and how to apply
Whether or not you are applying from inside the borough, to register your child for the Wandsworth Year 6 Test, you’ll need to complete an online application through the form on the Wandsworth Council website.
In this section
- Registration timing
- Test day
- Application steps
Key dates
Registration closes
Thursday 4 September 2025
Year 6 Test
Thursday 25th - Monday 29th September
Results Issued
Friday 24th October 2025
Secondary school application deadline
Friday 31st October 2025
Offer Day
Sunday 1st March 2026
Application steps
Register online with Wandsworth Council
Visit the Wandsworth website during the registration window and fill out the Wandsworth 11 Plus Test application form. You’ll be asked to provide some details and contact information.
Keep a copy of your confirmation
Once registered, you’ll get a confirmation email with details of when and where your child will take the test. Keep this information for later reference. Invitations will be sent out by or before 18th September.
07 / Shortlisting
Admissions points to compare school by school
Once the route itself is clear, treat the linked schools as separate choices. This is usually where travel, oversubscription rules, and school fit start to matter most.
In this section
- Travel and realism
- Oversubscription rules
- School-by-school fit
Treat this page as a route explainer first. The final shortlist still needs live school admissions checks.
Check these before you rank schools
- Which schools on the route are still realistic for travel
- Any school-specific admissions rules that sit beyond the shared test
- Whether the route includes schools outside the current in-site coverage
08 / Preparation
How to prepare for this route
Supporting your child through the Wandsworth 11 Plus Test process can make all the difference. Here are some practical strategies that can help:
In this section
- What to practise
- How to plan
- How to stay grounded
Start Early
Begin preparation in Year 4 or early Year 5 to give your child time to build skills steadily and reduce anxiety.
Use Practice Papers
Go through 11 plus exam papers together to get used to the test format and boost their confidence.
Target Weak Areas
Track their progress and focus on subjects and question types they find more difficult.
Encourage Daily Reading
Regular reading improves vocabulary, enhances comprehension and fosters critical thinking, all very helpful for 11 Plus success.
Explore Online Tools
Use educational platforms that provide practice and tailored feedback, making study sessions engaging and focused.
By keeping the preparation consistent and structured you’ll help your child feel ready and confident on exam day, especially with your support and positivity.
09 / FAQs
Questions families often ask
Use these answers as a planning guide, then confirm the live admissions details for your application year.
In this section
- Common questions
- Decision checks
- Application-year details
Does one Wandsworth selective route result cover every school on this page? +
The route may cover several relevant schools, but because this page is information-led and some schools sit outside our current grammar-only dataset, parents should confirm the live route and school pages before assuming one result works in exactly the same way everywhere.
Does a qualifying score guarantee a place? +
No. A strong or qualifying result may keep a school in play, but final offers still depend on the admissions policy, oversubscription rules, and how competitive that year is.
What should parents compare once the route itself is clear? +
Parents usually make better decisions when they compare which selective schools are actually in scope for your family, whether any use different assessment stages, and how realistic the route looks once travel is added back in. That turns a broad route into a realistic shortlist instead of a wish list.
Who usually manages registration or applications for Wandsworth? +
The live process usually sits with the participating schools and the local authority application process. This page helps you understand the route, but the final registration and admissions instructions should always be checked on the live official pages for the relevant year.