The GL Assessment format
The most widely used 11+ format — standardised, multiple-choice papers across English, maths and reasoning. We prepare children specifically for it, in classes of no more than four with real grammar-school papers.
- FormatMultiple choice
- PapersEnglish · Maths · VR · NVR
- Best startYear 4 / early Year 5
- Class sizeMax 4 · 2-hour lessons
The GL Assessment is the most widely used 11+ format, set by many grammar schools and consortia. Its standardised, multiple-choice papers across English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning reward accuracy, speed and familiarity with the question style.
Our programme prepares children specifically for the GL format, in classes of no more than four, using real grammar-school practice papers. (Some areas previously used the CEM format, now largely withdrawn — we'll confirm which format your target schools use.)
Every GL paper, the GL way
English
Comprehension, spelling, grammar and vocabulary in GL's multiple-choice style.
Maths
Arithmetic, problem-solving and reasoning against the clock.
Verbal & non-verbal reasoning
GL's distinctive question types and the technique to answer them fast.
GL-style mocks
Timed conditions with a weekly leaderboard and rewards to keep motivation high.
Questions, answered
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