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Ashcroft Technology Academy Year 6 Wandsworth Test: 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information

Written by Louise Lang

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Introduction

Founded in 2007, Ashcroft Technology Academy is a state secondary school and sixth-form for students aged 11-18 in West Hill, London. In recent years, the school has undergone extensive refurbishment, which includes a purpose-built sixth-form and Autism Resource Centre. The school is named after Lord Michael Ashcroft and is a registered charity. Ashcroft has been awarded the Investors in People, Charter Mark, and the School Achievement Award.

Wandsworth Test Information for Ashcroft Technology Academy

Registration Closing Date: September (year before entry)

Common Application Form (CAF) Closing Date: October

Exam Date: September

Exam Board Type: GL Assessment

Results Date: October

Allocations Date: March

Appeals Hearings: June, July

Admissions Info: admissions@wandsworth.gov.uk, 020 8871 7316

How to Register for the Ashcroft Technology Academy Year 6 Test

Before registering for a place at Ashcroft Technology Academy, students and parents are encouraged to visit the school during one of its Open Events which take place at various dates throughout June and September. There are limited spaces for these events and parents are asked to express their interest by email at admissions@ashcroftacademy.org.uk, or by telephone on 020 8812 3551.

As part of the Wandsworth Schools admissions process, students need to take the Wandsworth Year 6 Test before completing a Common Application Form from their Local Authority. The CAF can be completed online, here and although late applications are accepted, they will only be processed after the initial offer date.

For more information on choosing a secondary school in Wandsworth, the local authority has a very useful booklet full of information about the admissions process for each school.

Ashcroft Technology Academy Year 6 Oversubscription Criteria

The trustees of Ashcroft Technology Academy are responsible for admitting students into the school. Each year, 240 students are admitted into Year 7, with 24 students offered a place based on their aptitude for technology.

All students (even those applying through the aptitude test) are required to take the Wandsworth Year 6 Test. In the first instance, places are offered to students with a Statement of Special Educational Needs or Education Health and Care Plan. Then, in cases where there are more than 240 Year 7 applicants, the schools uses the following oversubscription criteria, giving priority to:

  • Looked After or previously Looked After children.
  • Students who already have a brother or sister at the school.
  • Students who have a parent that works for the school.
  • Those who live closest to the school.

Ashcroft Technology Academy, Year 6 Test, 11 Plus Exam Format

All students who apply to Ashcroft Technology Academy are required to take the Wandsworth Year 6 Test. The test is designed to provide the school with an indication of each applicant’s academic ability. The Wandsworth Test is prepared by the exam board GL Assessment and includes two papers:

  • A non-verbal reasoning test (55 minutes long)
  • A verbal reasoning test (50 minutes long)


Students will have the chance to take a practice session before each test begins. There will also be a break between the two tests. Questions are presented on a pre-printed answer sheet, in a multiple-choice format.

Papers are marked electronically and are age-standardised. Test results are emailed to parents in October.

More information on the Wandsworth Year 6 Test is provided on the local authority website.

Ashcroft Technology Academy Year 6 Test Pass Marks and Target Scores

Scores can’t be expressed in percentages as they are age-standardised to ensure fair admissions. The minimum and maximum standardised score for each test is 69 and 141, respectively.

Pupils who are able to score 75-85%+ consistently in our 11+ practice tests should be on track to pass the Ashcroft Technology Academy Year 6 test.

Whilst there are no guarantees, this has historically been a fairly strong indicator that your child should do well in the Ashcroft Technology Academy 11 Plus exam. Please click here to learn more.

Practice Exam Papers for the Ashcroft Technology Academy Year 6 Test

When used alongside a dedicated study plan, practice papers can really help boost a child’s confidence. At Exam Papers Plus, we specialise in publishing resources that help students prepare for entrance tests, like the Ashcroft Technology Academy Wandsworth Test.

Our papers are designed to help students become familiar with the types of verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions they may be asked on the day. Each of our practice tests should be taken under timed conditions to help develop students’ time management skills.

Below, we’ve listed our most useful resources for those preparing for the Ashcroft Technology Academy Year 6 Test. The packs cover each type of question that’s known to appear in the Wandsworth Test. Each practice test includes answers.

The following practice tests are specifically designed to help your child prepare for the Wandsworth Year 6 Test. They provide excellent mock exam preparation, highlighting your child’s strengths and weaknesses.

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Our practice tests aim to show what sort of questions have been included in Ashcroft Technology Academy 11+ past papers. The information provided about Ashcroft Technology Academy is believed to be correct at the time of publishing. However, please be aware of future changes. We advise you to contact the school directly if you are unsure of anything. School contact details are provided within the article.

Please note that Exam Papers Plus is an independent publisher of practice tests and resources, and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ashcroft Technology Academy.

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