Surrey (Sutton & Kingston Borders) 11 Plus Guide

The Surrey (Sutton & Kingston Borders) 11 Plus at a glance

The Surrey (Sutton & Kingston Borders) test is set by GL Assessment. Two‑stage selection: stage 1 GL Assessment paper, stage 2 a more demanding shortlist test for top scorers.

Children are assessed in English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning. Knowing the exact format matters, because preparing in the wrong style wastes valuable practice time.

• Exam provider: GL Assessment
• Subjects tested: English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning
• Format: Two‑stage selection: stage 1 GL Assessment paper, stage 2 a more demanding shortlist test for top scorers.

Local arrangements to watch

Tests run by Sutton, Kingston, and Wallington consortia separately.

Dates, qualifying scores and registration deadlines vary by school and change each year, so always confirm the current details with your target schools or local consortium.

Grammar schools in Surrey (Sutton & Kingston Borders)

We list 8 schools for Surrey (Sutton & Kingston Borders). They include Tiffin School, The Tiffin Girls’ School, Sutton Grammar School, Wallington County Grammar School, Wallington High School for Girls. Entry requirements and catchment rules differ between schools, so check each school admissions policy before you apply.

How to prepare for the Surrey (Sutton & Kingston Borders) 11 Plus

Strong preparation is steady rather than last minute. Build secure foundations first, then practise in the exact GL Assessment style this region uses so the question types feel familiar on the day.

• Confirm the format and subjects above, then practise only in that style
• Read widely every day and grow vocabulary across the whole year
• Secure arithmetic and times tables so number work is fast and accurate
• Move from untimed practice to full timed papers in the final months
• Sit regular mock exams to build pace and reduce exam day nerves