The 11 Plus test for St Ambrose College
St Ambrose College in Hale Barns admits through the Trafford & Greater Manchester 11 plus, which uses GL Assessment papers. The test covers English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning. Single test paper covering all four areas. Multiple-choice, age‑standardised.
Switched from CEM to GL Assessment in 2022.
Dates, pass marks and admissions criteria are set locally and change each year, so always confirm the current details with the school and your local authority.
How to prepare
The most useful preparation is practice in the GL Assessment style under timed conditions. Regular mock exams build exam stamina and show where your child stands against the wider cohort, so you can focus revision on the areas that need it most.
Our live, invigilated mock exams mirror the Trafford & Greater Manchester format and report a standardised score, a section breakdown and a UK-wide ranking after every sitting.
Prepare for St Ambrose College
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