Sutton Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam – Key Details 2024
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Introduction
Sutton Grammar School is a selective grammar school for boys in Sutton. Operational since 1899, it is regularly featured among the best state secondary schools in London. Sutton Grammar’s alumni list is long and impressive, including authors, inventors, politicians and historians.[1]
Maximising boys’ potential, the curriculum underpins the school’s comprehensive academic provision. Lessons for DT, business, science, philosophy, languages and many other options are delivered to suit pupils’ interests and expand their horizons, covering extensively broad areas of learning. [2]
The educational experience is further enhanced through a rich activities programme, including everything from photography and drama to Law Society and football. Excellence beyond the classroom is strongly encouraged, as is participation in competitions and workshops, resulting in a balanced and thriving cohort that boasts intellect in parallel with strong non-academic abilities. [3]
Sutton Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Information 2024
Address: Manor Lane, Sutton SM1 4AS
County: London (Borough of Sutton)
Admissions info: office@suttongrammar.sutton.sch.uk, 020 8642 3821
School type: Boys’ Grammar
Number of pupils: 930 (approx.)
Number of places in Year 7: 135
Open Day date: September
11+ Exam date: September 2024
Pass mark: Aim for 75%+ (Stage 1) in our practice tests. See below for more details.
Exam type / Board: Part One: Multiple-Choice Maths and English (SET) / Part Two: Open Answer Maths and English
Sutton Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Admissions
Sutton Grammar School is part of Sutton’s Coordinated Admissions Scheme and, as such, admission to the school is determined by pupil performance in the Selective Eligibility Test (SET), similar to the standard 11 Plus exam.
Competition for the 150 places available in Year 7 is very high, so the school encourages prospective students and their parents to attend one of their open events, which usually take place in September. At these events, you will have the opportunity to learn more about the admissions process and tour the school, as well as speak to staff.
In the likely event of Sutton Grammar School being oversubscribed in Year 7, the school applies these policies, in this priority order:
- Looked after, or previously looked after boys
- 75 places by rank order of the scores in the selection tests where the home address of the boy is in one of the postcodes (SM1-7, KT4, KT17, CR0 4–, CR4)
- 60 places (plus any remaining places in criterion 2 if the number of qualified boys in criterion 2 is less than the 75 on offer) by rank order of the scores in the selection tests from any home address
- The proximity of the boy’s home address from the school (where scores are equal)
Sutton Grammar School adheres to a strict admission policy in Year 7, so parents are advised to read it before applying for a place.
You can view the school’s exact location on the map below:
How to Apply for 11 Plus (11+) Entry to Sutton Grammar School
Parents who wish to register their son to sit the SET (part one) must complete a Supplementary Form, which can be found on the school’s website when registration is open.
Sutton Grammar School is part of the Pan-London Co-ordinated Admissions Scheme. To apply for a place at the school, parents must complete the Common Application Form (CAF) issued by their Local Authority. Those who live in London, or Surrey, can complete the CAF online.
If students are successful in the SET, they will be invited to sit Sutton Grammar’s Second Stage Entrance Examination. Should they pass this test, parents must include Sutton Grammar on the CAF for pupils to be eligible for consideration for a Year 7 place.
Sutton Grammar School Catchment Area
Does Sutton Grammar School have a catchment area?
Yes, Sutton Grammar School has a catchment area with priority based on location and distance from the school.
Sutton Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Format
Sutton Grammar School’s 11 Plus tests have two stages:
- Stage 1: Maths and English, both multiple-choice and each last approximately 45 minutes.
This SET is run in conjunction with other local schools in Sutton. The result of the SET determines whether or not a boy is eligible for the second stage test.
- Stage 2: Maths and English. Neither of these is multiple-choice. Maths consists of standard format questions. The English paper is a Writing task, which requires a response to some form of prompt.
How to Prepare for the Sutton Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam?
One of the best ways to prepare for a competitive entrance exam is to use our practice papers. Getting to know the types of questions and the format of the actual exam will help boost your child’s confidence.
Aside from becoming familiarised with the exam format, our practice tests will ensure that your child responds to the questions in an efficient and effective manner.
They also provide an excellent opportunity for your child to practise working under time pressure. Whilst doing the tests under timed conditions, children can get used to answering questions quickly, with a close attention to detail.
Our 11+ resources are thoroughly researched and up to date. They are designed to reflect the demands of a competitive grammar school entrance exam and are successfully used by hundreds of thousands of students every year.
Sutton Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Pass Marks and Target Scores
There is no formal pass mark for the Sutton Grammar School tests. Instead, entry is relative to the performance of the cohort of applicants. Hence, if there are stronger candidates applying in a particular year, the pass mark will be higher.
Pupils who are able to score 75%+ consistently in our 11+ Stage 1 practice tests should be on track to pass the Sutton Grammar School Stage 1 exam.
Whilst there are no guarantees, this has historically been a fairly strong indicator that your child should do well in the Sutton Grammar School entrance exams. Please click here to learn more.
Sutton Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Practice Exam Papers
Recommendations for each section of the Sutton Grammar School 11 Plus entrance examination can be found below:
Stage 1
Sutton Pre-11+ Practice Tests
These Pre-11+ Sutton Practice Tests are designed for students in Years 4 and 5. They are intentionally designed to be slightly less challenging than the actual Sutton 11+ SET Exam to help students build confidence and become accustomed to the exam’s format.
By providing an accurate representation of the actual exam but at an easier level, these Pre-11+ practice tests familiarise students with key exam specifics whilst building a solid foundation before progressing on to the 11+ Practice Tests below.
Pre-11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 1
Pre-11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 2
Pre-11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 3
Pre-11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 4
Pre-11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 5
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Stage 1 SET – Full Practice Tests
These are the most accurate practice tests you will find when preparing for the 11+ Sutton SET exam. They are designed for students in Years 5 and 6, replicating the actual exam in terms of format, difficulty level, timings, question types and layouts. Each practice tests comes with detailed video solutions for every question.
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 1
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 2
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 3
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 4
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 5
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 6
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 7
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 8
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 9
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 10
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 11
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 12
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 13
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 14
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 15
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 16
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 17
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 18
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 19
11+ Sutton (SET) Practice Test 20
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Targeted Practice for the Stage 1 SET English Test
Skill Specific Practice
11+ Sutton (SET) Comparing Texts (Pack 1)
11+ Sutton (SET) Comparing Texts (Pack 2)
11+ Sutton (SET) Comprehension
11+ Sutton (SET) & Tiffin Stage One: Spelling
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Targeted Practice for the Stage 1 SET Mathematics Test
Full Practice Tests
Skill specific practice
11+ Fractions, Decimals & Percentages
11+ Reflection, Rotation & Symmetry
Masterclasses
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Stage 2
Stage 2 – Full Practice Tests
The following practice tests are specifically designed to help your child prepare for the Sutton 11+ Stage Two Exam. They provide excellent mock exam preparation, highlighting your child’s strengths and weaknesses:
11+ Sutton Stage Two Practice Test 1
11+ Sutton Stage Two Practice Test 2
11+ Sutton Stage Two Practice Test 3
11+ Sutton Stage Two Practice Test 4
11+ Sutton Stage Two Practice Test 5
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Targeted Practice for the Stage 2 Mathematics Test
Full Practice Tests
Skill specific practice
11+ Fractions, Decimals & Percentages
11+ Reflection, Rotation & Symmetry
Targeted Practice for the Stage 2 English Test
Writing
11+ Complete Writing Guide (Covers all known writing categories that could come up in the Stage 2 test)
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If you’d like to have your child’s writing assessed and marked, you may be interested in our Writing Marking Service. Please click here to learn more.
To learn more about the Stage 2 exam for the Sutton schools, please click here.
Why do some of the recommendations above show me independent school papers?
The main difference between independent and grammar school papers is the question format. Independent schools usually assess with standard format questions, which means students need to write out full answers. Grammar schools usually use multiple-choice format questions.
Whilst Sutton Grammar School is a grammar school, they actually use the independent school (standard) format for their second round exam, which is why standard format papers are included in the Stage 2 recommendations above.
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Our practice tests aim to show what sort of questions were included in Sutton Grammar School 11+ past papers. The information provided about Sutton Grammar School was 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 post. Exam Papers Plus is an independent publisher of high quality practice tests and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Sutton Grammar School.
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