Bexley 11+ (Selection Test) — Grammar Schools & Free Practice
The Bexley 11+, known as the Bexley Selection Test, selects pupils for the London Borough of Bexley’s grammar schools. Set by GL Assessment and sat at the start of Year 6, it is the route into Bexley’s sought-after grammars.
What the Bexley 11+ tests
- ✓English — comprehension and grammar
- ✓Maths — arithmetic and problem solving
- ✓Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
Format & key facts
Exam board: GL Assessment (the Bexley Selection Test).
Sat in September at the start of Year 6.
Families register with the London Borough of Bexley; out-of-borough children can also apply.
A standardised score determines whether a child reaches the qualifying standard.
Exact dates, deadlines and scores change each year — always confirm on the official Bexley admissions website.
Grammar schools in Bexley
Examples of grammar schools that select using the Bexley 11+:
How to prepare for the Bexley 11+
- 💡Bexley is highly competitive — aim for consistent high accuracy, not just a pass.
- 💡Give dedicated time to non-verbal reasoning, often the least practised area.
- 💡Simulate the timed, multiple-choice format so pace becomes second nature.
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Bexley 11+ — questions parents ask
What is the Bexley Selection Test?▸
It is the Bexley 11+, set by GL Assessment, covering English, Maths and reasoning, used to select for the borough’s grammar schools.
Which schools use the Bexley 11+?▸
Bexley Grammar, Townley Grammar, Beths Grammar and Chislehurst & Sidcup Grammar select using the Bexley Selection Test.
How do I register for the Bexley 11+?▸
Register with the London Borough of Bexley in the summer before Year 6. Check the council’s admissions pages for the exact deadline and test date.