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Latymer Upper School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Guide

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Table of contents
  1. About Latymer Upper School
  2. Key Information for 2026 entry to Latymer Upper School at 11 Plus (11+)
  3. Admissions Information for 2027 entry to Latymer Upper School at 11 Plus (11+)
  4. How can I register my child for the 11 Plus (11+) exam at Latymer Upper School?
  5. What is the 11 Plus (11+) entrance exam format for Latymer Upper School?
  6. How to prepare your child for the 11 Plus (11+) Latymer Upper School exam

About Latymer Upper School

Latymer Upper School, founded in 1624, is a fully co-educational independent school, located on the banks of the Thames in West London. With an ethos of social inclusivity and a history of over 400 years, Latymer Upper School is one of the country’s leading co-educational day schools. [1]

In 2022, the school achieved excellent GCSE and A Level results. At GCSE level 95% of all grades were 9-7, with 29 students achieving straight 9s. In their A Level results, 94% of grades were A*-B and 88% of students secured their first choice university, with 19 students securing places at Oxford and Cambridge. [2]    

Pupils who start at Latymer in Year 7 discover an exciting range of subjects and a vast array of extracurricular activities. Latymer offers a broad and stimulating curriculum, with a focus on digital literacy and providing students with an understanding of technologies that enhance collaborative learning. [3]

Latymer also offers a broad range of extra-curricular activities to ensure their students are well-rounded and grounded individuals outside of their academic knowledge. Whether your child enjoys sport, music or drama, with over 150 clubs and societies available there is something for everyone. [4]

Key Information for 2026 entry to Latymer Upper School at 11 Plus (11+)

  • School type: co-educational independent school
  • Open days: September and October 2026
  • Registration deadline: October 2026
  • Exam date: December 2026
  • Interview dates: January 2027
  • Offers sent & acceptance deadline: February – early March 2027
  • Admissions Contact Details: [email protected], 020 8148 4519, www.latymer-upper.org

Admissions Information for 2027 entry to Latymer Upper School at 11 Plus (11+)

Securing a Year 7 spot at Latymer is highly competitive, as with approximately 170 spaces available in Year 7 they receive multiple applications for each available place. Entrance to Latymer Upper School in Year 7 is determined by an entrance exam followed by an interview for shortlisted candidates. 

All applicants will be invited to sit an entrance exam in December 2026. The exam is set by Latymer Upper School and consists of two papers in English and mathematics. References from your child’s current school will also be taken into account at this stage. 

In December 2026, decisions are finalised and the shortlisted candidates will be invited back for an interview in early January 2027. Offer letters are sent out in February 2027 and the acceptance deadline is in early March. 

Latymer Upper School offers a generous bursary and scholarship programme, aiming to provide a quarter of its students with means-tested bursaries in the next few years. You can learn more about Latymer Upper School’s bursary programme on the school’s website.

How can I register my child for the 11 Plus (11+) exam at Latymer Upper School?

The deadline for 11+ registration applications is in October 2026 and there is a non-refundable registration fee of £150. You can find the registration form for Latymer Upper School here.

If you are applying for a full bursary, please complete the 11+ Full Bursary Registration Form. You will be contacted by the admissions team to confirm that you are eligible for this bursary.

Academic and music scholarships are also offered at Latymer Upper School at 11+. No separate application or process is required for an academic scholarship as these are based on the entrance exam and interview. 

For music scholarships, candidates should be at Grade 5 on their main instrument. Auditions are held in January 2027, following the interview day. Further information can be found here

What is the 11 Plus (11+) entrance exam format for Latymer Upper School?

Latymer Upper School sets its own 11+ exam papers in English and maths. The exam consists of the following papers:

  • Maths: (60 minutes followed by a 20-minute break)  problem-solving abilities, Section A is multiple-choice & Section B is open-answer 
  • English comprehension: (35 minutes), multiple-choice
  • English creative writing: (45 minutes), awards marks for good use of imagination, creativity, form, purpose, organisation, & sentence structure 

How to prepare your child for the 11 Plus (11+) Latymer Upper School exam

The most useful way to prepare for Latymer Upper School’s 11+ entrance exam is to use practice tests to familiarise your child with the exam content and format.

These tests can help your child to build their confidence and improve their performance in the exam.

For Latymer Upper School 11+ preparation, we recommend the following packs: 

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