Barnet 11+ (QE Barnet & Henrietta Barnett) — Guide & Free Practice
The Barnet 11+ covers two of London’s most competitive super-selective grammar schools — Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet and The Henrietta Barnett School. Both set their own multi-stage entrance tests, sat at the start of Year 6.
What the Barnet 11+ tests
- ✓English — comprehension and vocabulary
- ✓Maths — arithmetic and problem solving
- ✓Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
Format & key facts
Both schools set their own tests rather than using a shared county exam.
They typically use a multi-stage process, with a first-round test and a second-round test for those who qualify.
Sat in the autumn of Year 6; families register directly with each school.
These are among the most oversubscribed grammar schools in the country.
Exact dates, deadlines and scores change each year — always confirm on the official Barnet admissions website.
Grammar schools in Barnet
Examples of grammar schools that select using the Barnet 11+:
How to prepare for the Barnet 11+
- 💡Register directly with each school and note the separate first- and second-round dates.
- 💡Second-round papers are harder and faster — build strong timed accuracy.
- 💡Given the fierce competition, aim well above a bare pass.
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Barnet 11+ — questions parents ask
Which grammar schools are in Barnet?▸
The two selective grammar schools are Queen Elizabeth’s School, Barnet (boys) and The Henrietta Barnett School (girls), both super-selective with their own entrance tests.
Do Barnet schools use GL or CEM?▸
Both set their own entrance tests rather than using a shared GL or CEM county exam. Check each school’s admissions page for the current format.
How competitive is the Barnet 11+?▸
Extremely. Both schools receive far more applicants than places, so consistent, high performance is essential.