11+ test area · Single school

Reading – Reading School

FSCE formatSet by FSCE

Four papers covering the wider KS2 curriculum; main test in July

Last checked 12 October 2026 · Always confirm details with the school

Key dates

Sept 2028 (tests in 2027)

Expected (Projected from last year's dates. Not yet announced by the school.)
Registration closes
Expected around 17 May 2027
Registration opens
Expected around 25 Mar 2027
Test
Expected around 16 Jul 2027 (day/boarding) · 25 Sep 2027 (out of catchment)
Results
Expected around Mid-Oct 2027

Based on the 2026 pattern. Dates are usually announced Jan–Apr 2027.Source: Onze+ projection from last year's dates · Verified 12 October 2026

Sept 2027 (tests in 2026)

Taken place
Registration closes
17 May 2026Registration closed
Registration opens
25 Mar 2026
Test
16 Jul 2026 (day/boarding) · 25 Sep 2026 (out of catchment)
Results
Mid-Oct 2026

Source: unofficial (These dates come from an unofficial source, not the school or test provider. Confirm them with the school.) · Verified 12 October 2026

Applications for all grammar schools go through your home council by 31 October. Offers arrive on 1 March.

Paper format

All papers (4)
SectionQuestionsMinutesAnswer format
Wider KS2 curriculumNot statedNot statedMC + written
FSCE says format changes yearly; no practice papers. Source: Official (FSCE guide) (opens in a new tab)

Sample paper

FSCE familiarisation guide for parents (opens in a new tab)Source: Official (school)

Schools using this test (1)

Notes

Child version also on school site.

Frequently asked questions

What is in the Reading – Reading School 11+ test?

The Reading – Reading School 11+ test is set by FSCE. Four papers covering the wider KS2 curriculum; main test in July.

How long is the Reading – Reading School 11+ test?

Timings for the Reading – Reading School 11+ test are not published. Check the school or test provider for details.

When is the registration deadline for the Reading – Reading School 11+ test?

For Sept 2028 (tests in 2027), registration closes: Expected around 17 May 2027. Test: Expected around 16 Jul 2027 (day/boarding) · 25 Sep 2027 (out of catchment). Status: Expected (projected from last year's dates, not yet announced by the school). Applications for all grammar schools go through your home council by 31 October. Offers arrive on 1 March.

Which schools use the Reading – Reading School 11+ test?

Reading School (Reading).