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Surbiton High School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Guide

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

About Surbiton High School

Surbiton High School is a leading independent day school for girls aged 4-18 and boys aged 4-11. Located in Surbiton, in Kingston upon Thames, Surbiton High School is recognised for its strong pastoral care, exceptional curriculum and innovative approach to teaching. [1]

In 2022, 90.1% of all GCSEs were achieved in grades 9-7 and 95% of A Levels were achieved in grades A*-B, with 91% of pupils receiving offers from their first-choice university. In their most recent report, the ISI (Independent Schools Inspectorate) graded the school ‘excellent’ across multiple categories and noted that ‘Pupils’ all-round achievement in a range of academic, social, creative and physical areas fulfils the school’s aims’. [2]

The Surbiton High School curriculum is designed to empower pupils to develop strong learning habits and spark their intellectual curiosity, creativity and individuality. As well as providing expert teaching in core subjects, such as English, maths and science, Surbiton High School offers a broad range of subjects, including art, computing, design technology, drama, history, Latin, modern foreign languages, religion and philosophy, PE and music. [3]

Alongside its excellent and extensive curriculum, Surbiton High School offers an array of extra and co-curricular activities for students to engage in. Some of these clubs and societies include a selection of sports options; art clubs; Model United Nations; YogaLab; Advanced Touch Typing Club; Literary Society; Surbiton Student Podcast; and drama, dance and music clubs. [4]

Key information for 2027 entry to Surbiton High School at 11 Plus (11+)

  • School type: independent school for girls
  • Open event: September 2026
  • Scholarship & bursary application deadline: October 2026
  • Registration deadline: November 2026
  • Exam date: November 2026
  • Interview dates: throughout December 2026 and early January 2027
  • Offers sent & acceptance deadline: Early February – early March 2027
  • Contact Details: 020 8439 1309, [email protected], www.surbitonhigh.com

Admissions information for 2027 entry to Surbiton High School at 11 Plus (11+)

The school strongly recommends that prospective students and their parents attend one of Surbiton High School’s open events. Their next open event will take place in September 2026. You can book and find out more information about these events on the Surbiton High School website. Please ensure you book this event early, as places tend to fill up quickly.

This will allow you and your child to familiarise yourselves with the facilities, meet the staff, and ensure Surbiton High School is the right choice for you. 

Surbiton High School is an academically selective school and every place is competitively sought after. Admission in Year 7 is based on an entrance exam, which will take place in November 2026. 

You will be told the results of your child’s entrance exam in mid-December 2026, at which point shortlisted candidates will be invited for a one-to-one interview with a senior member of staff.

Letters regarding the outcome of this admissions process, scholarships and bursaries will then be sent out to all candidates in early February 2027. You will need to confirm your child’s place by completing an acceptance form by early March 2027 and paying a £1000 non-refundable deposit.

How can I register my child for the 11 Plus (11+) exams at Surbiton High School?

To register your child for Surbiton High School, you should complete the online application form which can be found here. A non-refundable fee of £150 is required at this stage. Surbiton High School will contact your child’s current school for an academic reference and attendance report.

If you wish to apply for a bursary you can submit an application by completing the relevant form on the bursary page by October 2026. You can apply for a scholarship (academic, art, drama, dance, performing arts, music and sport) by filling out an application form by October 2026.

What is the entrance 11 Plus (11+) exam format for Surbiton High School?

  • The Entrance Examination evaluates a candidate’s skills in English and Maths.
  • The assessments cover content from the National Curriculum for Year 5 and the beginning of Year 6.
  • The Maths test and a portion of the English test will be administered online within the School.
  • All students will use an iPad to complete the online assessments.
  • There will also be a brief, hand-written creative writing task included as part of the English assessment.

The English paper will focus on writing and reading comprehension skills. Candidates will be assessed on their spelling, punctuation, grammar and ability to infer. 

The maths paper will include National Curriculum maths topics such as number and place value; addition and subtraction; multiplication and division; fractions; measurement; properties of shape; position and direction; and statistics. 

How to prepare your child for the 11 Plus (11+) Surbiton High School exam

The most useful way to prepare for Surbiton High 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 Surbiton High School 11+ preparation, we recommend the following packs: 

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