11+

Any, and every, 11 plus examination must assess students based upon; Mathematics, English, and Verbal and Non Verbal Reasoning. Nevertheless parents should be aware of key differences when deciding which examination they want their child to sit

What’s included?
Both CEM and GL papers cover roughly the same material. GL deals with; English Mathematics, Verbal/Non Verbal Reasoning whilst CEM covers; Verbal/ Non Verbal but also Numerical Reasoning

CEM examinations do not directly separate the subjects by exam paper. Usually one paper will test the student for Mathematics and Non Verbal Reasoning and the other paper will test the student for English and Verbal Reasoning. In both cases questions will either be standardised or multiple choice.

CEM exams comprise two separate papers each of which lasts 45 minutes GL exam papers last 45 minutes altogether In both cases the questions are a combination of all subjects and the time allocated to the student for answering each question will vary throughout.

This question is hard to answer as each individual student’s ability, and preference for certain question types will vary. The two most important aspects to consider are as follows; GL examinations potentially cover as many as 21 different Verbal Reasoning skills, for an 11 plus exam this is a high amount and it is considerably more than is covered in the CEM examination.

CEM examinations however will require your child to have a much more diverse and in-depth knowledge of vocabulary. The CEM paper will also much more closely resemble that which your child will be taught at Primary School for both Mathematics and English as it is closer to the standard National Curriculum.

Overall Top Mark is more than ready to prepare your child for either form of the 11 plus examination and we are the right choice for any parent keen on getting their student through this stage of their education!

The 11 plus remains the single most impressive way in which any student can, before they reach Secondary school; In order to succeed,the students need to prove themselves to possess academic and intellectual ability. Here at Top Mark we understand that the 11 plus primarily functions as a practical means to ensuring a child is able to attend the grammar, or otherwise impressive, Secondary School of their choice. However, the 11 plus still remains as a long-term measure to help inform future; schools, colleges and universities that the child was intellectual, and capable, from an early age.

Here at Top Mark we have a long and proud history of providing excellent teaching for the 11 plus and over the years have secured myriad students their desired School place. Now, more than ever, the 11 Plus is the most definitive way to ensure your child gets the best start in further education and proves their intellectual ability!