Sutton 11+ (Grammar Schools) — Parent Guide & Free Practice
The Sutton 11+ covers some of London’s most competitive grammar schools, including Wilson’s, Wallington and Nonsuch. Several Sutton schools use a two-stage process, sat at the start of Year 6, to select from a very large field of applicants.
What the Sutton 11+ tests
- ✓Maths — arithmetic and problem solving
- ✓English — comprehension and vocabulary
- ✓Verbal and non-verbal reasoning
Format & key facts
Sutton grammar schools use GL-style tests; some run their own exams or consortium arrangements.
Many schools use a two-stage format: an initial test, then a second-round test for those who qualify.
Sat in September at the start of Year 6; families register directly with each school or consortium.
Competition is intense — Sutton grammars are among the most oversubscribed in the country.
Exact dates, deadlines and scores change each year — always confirm on the official Sutton admissions website.
Grammar schools in Sutton
Examples of grammar schools that select using the Sutton 11+:
How to prepare for the Sutton 11+
- 💡Check which schools use a two-stage test and register with each one you’re targeting.
- 💡Given the competition, aim for high, consistent accuracy across every section.
- 💡Practise reasoning under time pressure — second-round tests are often harder and faster.
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Sutton 11+ — questions parents ask
Which Sutton schools have an 11+ exam?▸
Sutton grammar schools including Wilson’s, Wallington County Grammar, Sutton Grammar, Nonsuch and Wallington High for Girls run 11+ tests, several using a two-stage process.
What is the two-stage Sutton 11+?▸
Many Sutton grammars sit an initial first-round test, then invite children who reach a threshold to a second-round test. Final offers are based on the second-stage result and admissions criteria.
How do I apply for Sutton grammar schools?▸
Register directly with each school or its consortium in the summer before Year 6, and check each school’s admissions page for exact test dates and rules.