Berkhamsted School 11 Plus (11+) Entrance Exam Information 2026

Introduction

Berkhamsted School is an independent school in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. The current school was formed in 1997 after the merger of the Berkhamsted Grammar School, the Berkhamsted School for Girls and the Berkhamsted Preparatory School. 

 

The newly merged school was initially called Berkhamsted Collegiate School and was re-named Berkhamsted School in 2008.

 

Berkhamsted School follows the ‘Diamond school’ model according to which pupils are taught co-educationally in the Pre-Prep School, Prep School and Sixth Form, but independently in their Senior years, between the ages of 11 and 16. 

 

Fostering a tradition of developing remarkable people whilst remaining firmly rooted in the local community, the school is noted for its distinctive collegiate and pastoral structure and the variety of facilities supporting the extensive co-curricular programme.

 

Both girls and boys partake in the Art and Design co-curricular programme, comprising Sculpture, History of Art, Printmaking, Photography, Ceramics and Painting. The Combined Cadet Force (CCF) is also available to all, along with the Outdoor Education and Performing Arts programmes.

 

Trips within the UK and abroad occur on a regular basis. Examples of inspiring trips undertaken at Berkhamsted Boys include trips to London to watch a live concert performed by a professional symphony orchestra, a mosque visit in Year 9 to facilitate understanding of Islam in the modern world and a Year 7 trip to St Albans to visit the Abbey and a synagogue.

 

Residential trips are age-appropriate and designed to be enjoyable. They include: a Year 7 trip to Italy, a Year 9 French trip to Maison Claire Fontaine, the annual Year 10 History trip to Berlin to enhance studies of Nazi Germany and the Cold War, a trip to Paris in Years 10 and 11 and a Geography trip to the Azores to study the volcanic landscape.

 

In the classroom, the school’s high standards are applied in educating both girls and boys. Seniors learn how to improve their communication skills through active listening and to respond with empathy, understanding and compassion even when a difference in opinions prevails amongst them. 

 

At Berkhamsted, any failure is viewed as a valuable learning opportunity, thus maturing the students’ understanding of the world and encouraging innovative thinking.

 

Berkhamsted School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2026

 

Address (boys’ school): Castle Campus, Castle Street Berkhamsted HP4 2BB

Address (girls’ school): Kings Campus, Kings Road Berkhamsted HP4 3BG

County: Hertfordshire

Admissions info: admissions@berkhamsted.com 01442 358000/01442 358166

School type: Independent day school for boys and girls

Number of students: 1850 (approx.)

11+ Open day: In the Autumn term

11+ Exam date: November of Year 6

11+ Exam type / Board: ISEB Pretest

 

Open Events for Berkhamsted School 11 Plus (11+) Entry

 

The school hosts Open Events every Autumn. You can also arrange a personalised tour of the Girls’ and Boys’ schools with the Admissions office. Visit the school’s webpage to book a place.

 

Berkhamsted School 11 Plus (11+) Admissions

 

In order to determine whether your child’s academic ability meets the school’s criteria, they will be expected to sit an entrance examination in the form of an ISEB Pretest.

 

An interview with your child will also take place and a reference from their current school will be requested.

 

Registrations should ideally be received at least a full calendar year preceding the desired date of admission. The registration fee is a total of £100. 

 

Berkhamsted School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format

 

The 11+ exam at Berkhamsted School consists of the following assessment:

 

• ISEB Common Pretest

 

The test examines your child’s ability in skills such as numeracy, problem solving and vocabulary, with emphasis on how they think and how they will respond to the curriculum. The test includes modules testing Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

 

Please see below our recommended packs to help prepare your child for the Berkhamsted School 11+ entrance exam.

 

How to Prepare for Berkhamsted School 11 Plus (11+) Exam 

 

One of the best ways to prepare your child for the Berkhamsted School 11+ entrance exam is to make use of our up to date practice tests. By becoming familiar with the exam format and doing the tests under timed conditions, your child will significantly improve their skills ahead of the actual exam. 

 

With the help of our practice tests, you will be able to calm any potential nerves and stress from the preparation process through a carefully thought-out revision plan that focuses on studying ‘little and often’, and thus transforms the entire preparation process into a more pleasant experience.

 

Such a methodical and structured approach towards preparation includes making a habit of responding to questions quickly and effectively, under time pressure. Please see below our recommended packs to help you prepare your child for the Berkhamsted School 11 plus entrance examinations.

 

Berkhamsted School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Practice Tests

 

ISEB Pretest

 

Berkhamsted School use the online ISEB Pretest for their 11+ exam assessment. We thus recommend the following online practice tests, which are specifically designed to help students familiarise themselves with the online test format in all four key subjects:

 

Full Practice Tests

 

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 1

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 2

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 3

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 4

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 5

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 6

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 7

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 8

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 9

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 10

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 11

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 12

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 13

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 14

NEW ISEB Pretest Practice Test 15

 

✅ You can now purchase a bundle of all of our recommended full practice tests for the Berkhamsted School ISEB Pretest exam at a large discount. These are available on our other site, Pretest Plus. Click the button below to learn more:

 

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✅ Alternatively, you can choose a bundle of five of our recommended full practice tests for the Berkhamsted School ISEB Pretest exam and still save 25%. Select the relevant bundle below to learn more:

 

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The following video courses cover everything your child needs to know to do well in the ISEB Pretest:

 

Video Courses

 

NEW ISEB Pretest English Course

NEW ISEB Pretest Maths Course

NEW ISEB Pretest 2D Non-Verbal Reasoning Course

NEW ISEB Pretest Spatial Reasoning Course

NEW ISEB Pretest Verbal Reasoning Course

 

✅ You can now purchase a bundle of all of our recommended video courses for the Berkhamsted School ISEB Pretest exam at a large discount. These are available on our other site, Pretest Plus. Click the button below to learn more:

 

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Our Skill Practice products consist of focused tests that allow your child to improve targeted skills ahead of the ISEB Pretest:

 

Skill Practice

 

NEW ISEB Pretest English – Reading Comprehension

NEW ISEB Pretest English – Cloze Sentences

NEW ISEB Pretest English – Shuffled Sentences

NEW ISEB Pretest English – SPAG

NEW ISEB Pretest Mathematics

NEW ISEB Pretest 2D Non-Verbal Reasoning

NEW ISEB Pretest Spatial Reasoning

NEW ISEB Pretest Verbal Reasoning

 

✅ You can now purchase a bundle of all of our recommended skill practice tests for the Berkhamsted School ISEB Pretest exam at a large discount. These are available on our other site, Pretest Plus. Click the button below to learn more:

 

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Our practice tests aim to show what sort of questions have been included in Berkhamsted School 11+ past papers. The information provided about Berkhamsted School 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 Berkhamsted School.

 

Other entry points for Berkhamsted School:

Click here to learn about Year 3 entry via the 7 Plus (7+) Exam

Click here to learn about Year 4 entry via the 8 Plus (8+) Exam