11+ test area · Consortium (4 schools)

Slough Consortium

GL formatSet by GL Assessment

Two papers: VR, NVR, English, maths

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 5 Jun 2027
Registration opens
Expected around 1 May 2027
Test
Expected around 19 Sep 2027
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
5 Jun 2026Registration closed
Registration opens
1 May 2026
Test
19 Sep 2026
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

Paper 1
SectionQuestionsMinutesAnswer format
Mix of VR, NVR, English, mathsNot statedNot statedMultiple choice
GL. Source: Official (opens in a new tab)
Paper 2
SectionQuestionsMinutesAnswer format
Mix of VR, NVR, English, mathsNot statedNot statedMultiple choice
Source: Official (opens in a new tab)

Sample paper

Schools using this test (4)

Notes

St Bernard's also runs a free Atom familiarisation programme.

Frequently asked questions

What is in the Slough Consortium 11+ test?

The Slough Consortium 11+ test is set by GL Assessment. Two papers: VR, NVR, English, maths.

How long is the Slough Consortium 11+ test?

Timings for the Slough Consortium 11+ test are not published. Check the school or test provider for details.

When is the registration deadline for the Slough Consortium 11+ test?

For Sept 2028 (tests in 2027), registration closes: Expected around 5 Jun 2027. Test: Expected around 19 Sep 2027. 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 Slough Consortium 11+ test?

Herschel Grammar School (Slough), Langley Grammar School (Langley), Upton Court Grammar School (Slough), St Bernard's Catholic Grammar School (Langley).