Queen Elizabeth's School 11+
Crucial 11+ info, past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for Queen Elizabeth's School.
How to get into Queen Elizabeth's School
Queen Elizabeth's School is a selective secondary school in Barnet, London. To get into Queen Elizabeth's School children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into Queen Elizabeth's School with all the important information you need to know.
Admission Requirements
Children born between 1st September 2013 and 31st August 2014 are eligible for Year 7 entry in September 2026 (see key dates). Queen Elizabeth's School offers 180 places annually for boys [1].
The school operates with no catchment area restrictions, meaning families from anywhere in London and surrounding areas can apply. The school does not accept external students into the Sixth Form [1].
Families must register their son for the QE Barnet 11+ entrance examination. Boys who achieve a combined score of 220 or higher are considered eligible for a place, though competition is extremely high with over 3,000 boys taking the test annually for just 180 places.
Application Process
Entrance test request forms for 2026 entry will be available on the school website from 1st May 2025 (see key dates). Families must return these forms by 11th July 2025 (see key dates) at midday [1].
The entrance tests will take place on 17th and 18th September 2025 (see key dates). Boys are assigned to one of these test dates by the school, and precise arrangements are confirmed approximately one week before [1].
- Complete the entrance test request form available from 1st May 2025 on the school website
- Return the form by 11th July 2025 at midday - see key dates
- Attend the assigned test date in September 2025
- Submit the Common Application Form through the local authority by 31st October 2025 - see key dates
- Contact details available in the school information section
Exam Format and Requirements
The 11 plus papers are provided by GL Assessment and consist of two papers, each lasting approximately 50 minutes. All questions are multiple-choice format [1].
The QE Barnet 11+ covers two subjects:
- English: Based on national curriculum content including reading comprehension tasks
- Mathematics: Covers Key Stage 2 maths content up to Year 6 start, including number, measurement, geometry and statistics
- Test papers are marked and age-standardised to ensure younger boys are not disadvantaged
- Scores from both papers are combined to produce a single overall score
Preparation Guidance
Families should begin preparation early and follow a structured approach. Child psychologists recommend regular study sessions of 20-30 minutes for children aged 10-11. Using a 'little and often' approach helps brains encode information more effectively.
While Queen Elizabeth's School doesn't release past papers, GL Assessment offers familiarisation papers for both subjects. The school provides sample papers, though the actual format and difficulty may differ from these samples [1].
- Start preparation at least one year before the examination
- Focus on Key Stage 2 mathematics content and national curriculum English
- Use GL Assessment familiarisation papers for practice
- Practice with multiple-choice format questions regularly
- Build speed and accuracy through timed practice sessions
- Free practice resources available at 11+ practice papers
- Professional tutoring support at specialist 11+ tutors
Practical Advice
Competition for places is intense. In 2024, 3,294 boys took the entrance test with the lowest accepted score being 235. Families should prepare thoroughly and consider backup options.
Boys receive their test outcome in early October (see key dates), giving families time to decide on their local authority application. The Common Application Form deadline is 31st October (see key dates).
- Ensure the child is well-rested before the exam date
- Arrive early on the test day to reduce stress
- Practice multiple-choice answer sheets beforehand
- Consider backup grammar schools in Barnet and surrounding areas
- Remember that passing the exam doesn't guarantee a place due to oversubscription
- If unsuccessful, families may be placed on a waiting list
- Contact the school at school information section for specific queries
QE Barnet 11+ Information
In order to get into Queen Elizabeth's School, children need to pass the QE Barnet 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
QE Barnet 11+ Subjects & Structure
The QE Barnet 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- English
- Maths
The 11 plus entrance exam for Queen Elizabeth's School is a competitive assessment designed to evaluate the academic abilities of prospective students. The exam consists of two papers, each lasting approximately 50 minutes, which cover essential subjects in the national curriculum.
The English paper assesses the candidate's proficiency in the language, including their comprehension skills and understanding of key concepts taught in school. This section often features a reading comprehension task, requiring the student to demonstrate their ability to interpret and analyze written passages.
The Maths paper focuses on evaluating the candidate's mathematical aptitude, covering topics from the Key Stage 2 maths curriculum up to the beginning of Year 6. The questions in this section typically assess various aspects of number, measurement, geometry, and statistics, ensuring that the student possesses a solid foundation in these essential areas of mathematics.
QE Barnet 11+ Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Queen Elizabeth's School is that only children with particularly high marks are admitted. Hence why it is important that children perform well in their 11+ papers.
Different schools (and different 11+ tests) have different marking processes. Some tests are marked in person, some remotely, while others utilise computer-based optical recognition technologies for quickly marking multiple-choice answer sheets.
Many 11+ tests are age-standardised to ensure younger children are not disadvantaged (i.e. their marks may be moderated depending on the month in which they were born). While creative writing papers can be used as tie-breakers, multiple-choice tests in Maths, Comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning normally make up the bulk of a child's marks. The specific details and weightings can vary from year to year.
It's worth remembering that once children's 11+ tests are being marked, the admissions process is completely outside of the parents' control. Hence, parents should not worry themselves about whether their child has got a place!
QE Barnet 11+ Pass Mark
The pass mark for the QE Barnet 11+ changes every year and isn't generally made public knowledge. This is due to the academic strength of the children taking the test varying and how challenging the test ends up being (as well as plenty of other smaller variables).
Hence, as a vague rule-of-thumb, it's recommended that children aim for roughly 75-80% in their practice tests. Whilst this won't guarantee them a place at Queen Elizabeth's School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the Queen Elizabeth's School 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into Queen Elizabeth's School) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2025 | Registration Opens For The Queen Elizabeth's School 11+ Entrance Exam | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 03/07/2025 | Queen Elizabeth's School Open Day | |
| 11/07/2025 | Registration Closes For The Queen Elizabeth's School 11+ Entrance Exam | |
| Early October | Provisional Date For Parents To Be Notified Of Entrance Exam Results | |
| Late October | National Deadline To Apply For Secondary School Places | |
| 02/03/2026 | National Offers Day |
Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Queen Elizabeth's School as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Queen Elizabeth's School
As the QE Barnet 11+ entrance process is particularly gruelling, we would highly recommend using an 11+ private tutor.
Why use a private 11+ tutor?
Personal tutors have the experience and expertise to help children pass their 11+ exams. They know the requirements of the GL Assessment 11+ tests inside-out and can provide tailored support to give children the best possible chance of success. It's also important to bear in mind that plenty of other children will be using private tutors too.
11+ tutors don't need to be face-to-face, plenty of children use online 11+ tutors.
11+ tutors can also provide regular progress reports and feedback, helping parents to monitor their child's progress and make any necessary adjustments to their preparation.
Most importantly, using an 11+ tutor helps ensure that the preparation work gets done!
Private 11+ Tutors for the Queen Elizabeth's School 11+ Tests
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11+ Past Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School
Here are all available past 11+ papers for Queen Elizabeth's School. Please note that this may include 11+ past papers, past familiarisation booklets, past practice materials published by third parties and past 11+ exam guides written by the school. These materials are provided 'as-is' and may no longer reflect the subjects, format, structure or exam board that Queen Elizabeth's School currently uses.
The exam board (or test supplier) that Queen Elizabeth's School chooses to use for their 11+ entrance tests can change and we encourage you to check directly with the school.
As well as these past 11+ papers, you may find our extensive collection of 11+ practice papers helpful for your child's preparation.
| Exam Board | Subject | 11+ Past Paper |
|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | |
| GL Assessment | Maths |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the QE Barnet 11+ Ensure you double-check with Queen Elizabeth's School which subjects and topics your child's 11+ tests are in to ensure you prepare for the right tests.
This is just a sample of our extensive collection of 11+ practice papers. Please click here to see the full collection.
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by Bond
These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by Bond and cover and cover all the main 11+ subjects: English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. As such they are very helpful for children hoping to pass the QE Barnet 11+ to get into Queen Elizabeth's School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | ||
| GL Assessment | Mixed |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by GL Assessment
These Free GL 11+ Practice Papers were published by GL Assessment themselves. As with the Bond papers, they cover all the main 11+ subjects: English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. They remain useful and we encourage parents to download and use them with their children to help them get into Queen Elizabeth's School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | |||
| GL Assessment | Maths | |||
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Mixed |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by Exam Ninja
These Free 11+ Practice Tests by Exam Ninja are extremely useful. They are straight-forward 10-question tests in Maths and English, following the same GL Assessment style (and multiple-choice format) as the QE Barnet 11+.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by Owl Tutors
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published by Owl Tutors. These too are written in a GL Assessment style and make useful practice for children hoping to get into Queen Elizabeth's School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Writing | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by CGP
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published by CGP and we thank them for granting us permission to distribute them. As with the Bond, GL Assessment and Exam Ninja papers, they're written for the GL Assessment style, in multiple-choice format and are helpful for children hoping to pass their 11+ tests and get into Queen Elizabeth's School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | |||
| GL Assessment | English | |||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
These Free CEM 11+ Practice Papers were published by CGP and we thank them for granting us permission to distribute them. If Queen Elizabeth's School ever used them then they don't anymore as grammar schools no longer use CEM for any of their 11+ entrance tests. However, as a general practice tool these 11+ tests remain useful.
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEM | Maths | |||
| CEM | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| CEM | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by 11+ For You
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by "11+ For You".
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by Examberry
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by "Examberry".
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Non-Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by Independent Junction
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by Independent Junction.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by IPS
These Free 11+ Practice Papers were published some time ago by IPS (Internet Primary School Ltd).
| Exam Board | Subject | Answer Sheet | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | |||
| GL Assessment | Maths |
11+ Practice Papers for Queen Elizabeth's School by Schofield & Sims
These 11+ practice papers were published by Schofield & Sims, a large UK educational publisher.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths |
School Information
Below you will find further information about Queen Elizabeth's School together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Queen Elizabeth's School, Queen's Road, Barnet, Hertfordshire EN5 4DQ |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.qebarnet.co.uk/ |
| Telephone | 02084414646 |
| Email Address | admissions@qebarnet.co.uk |
| Gender | Boys only |
| Total Year 7 Places | 180 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 1297 (0 Girls / 1297 Boys) |
| Headmaster | Mr Neil Enright |
Queen Elizabeth's School is a boys only school. It is also an academy, meaning the school is run independently by a trust or sponsor and is directly funded by the central government (not the local authority).
In total 1,297 pupils attend Queen Elizabeth's School and it's led by the Headmaster, Mr Neil Enright.
Queen Elizabeth's School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
Queen Elizabeth's School was last inspected by Ofsted on 17/05/2022 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 05/07/2022, declaring that the school was 'Outstanding'. This information is summarised in the table below along with a link to the full report.
Last Ofsted Report Data
| Date Inspected | Inspection Duration (Days) | Reporting Date | Rating | Full Report | 17/05/2022 | 1 | 05/07/2022 | Outstanding | Full Report |
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Ofsted Report Summary
Queen Elizabeth's School was inspected by Ofsted on 17 May 2022 and received an Outstanding rating in all areas. The quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, leadership and management, and sixth form provision were all deemed to be of the highest standard.
The inspection report highlights the exceptional performance of the school across all aspects of its operations. The school's commitment to providing an outstanding educational experience for its students is evident in the ratings received.
Queen Elizabeth's School has demonstrated its ability to maintain the highest standards of education and support for its students, as recognized by the Outstanding rating from Ofsted. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the school's staff, leadership, and students.
GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Queen Elizabeth's School for the 2022-23 academic year.
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GCSE & A-Level Performance
Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for Queen Elizabeth's School per subject. Note that this may include children taking GCSEs early (e.g. taking a language GCSE in Year 10) or indeed a child in Year 12 retaking a GCSE.
GCSE Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | ||
| Art & Design (Fine Art) | 20 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| Biology | 170 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | - | 4 | 19 | 146 |
| Chemistry | 170 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 32 | 134 |
| Design & Technology | 76 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 7 | 21 | 22 | 26 |
| Economics | 168 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 8 | 16 | 47 | 93 |
| English Language | 190 | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 20 | 40 | 62 | 65 |
| English Literature | 190 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 28 | 35 | 62 | 62 |
| French | 84 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 12 | 15 | 54 |
| Geography | 126 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 11 | 36 | 77 |
| German | 127 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 10 | 13 | 22 | 34 | 44 |
| History | 108 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 7 | 8 | 29 | 61 |
| Latin | 25 | - | - | - | 1 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 11 | 11 |
| Mathematics | 190 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 28 | 159 |
| Music | 27 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 5 | 7 | 12 |
| Physics | 170 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 20 | 147 |
| Science: Double Award | 20 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
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| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Art and Design (Fine Art) | 6 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 1 | |||
| Biology | 125 | - | - | - | - | 9 | 79 | 36 | |||
| Chemistry | 190 | - | - | - | 7 | 15 | 123 | 44 | |||
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 11 | - | - | - | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Economics | 90 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 58 | 27 | |||
| English Literature | 18 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 11 | 2 | |||
| French | 10 | - | - | - | - | - | 10 | - | |||
| Geography | 35 | - | - | 1 | - | 5 | 27 | 2 | |||
| German | 25 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 19 | 2 | |||
| Government and Politics | 6 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 1 | |||
| History | 51 | - | - | - | 1 | 7 | 41 | 2 | |||
| Latin | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | |||
| Logic / Philosophy | 8 | - | 1 | - | - | 2 | 3 | 1 | |||
| Mathematics | 295 | - | 2 | 2 | 3 | 12 | 168 | 106 | |||
| Mathematics (Further) | 131 | - | - | - | 2 | 7 | 74 | 46 | |||
| Physics | 153 | - | 1 | 1 | 12 | 20 | 82 | 36 | |||
| Sociology | 18 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 14 | 1 | |||
FAQ
Is Queen Elizabeth's School hard to get into?
Yes, Queen Elizabeth's School is hard to get into! Children need to pass their challenging 11+ entrance test (with a high pass mark) and there's tough competition with many other children trying to get a place for Year 7.
Is Queen Elizabeth's School a private school?
No, Queen Elizabeth's School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Queen Elizabeth's School free?
Yes, Queen Elizabeth's School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Queen Elizabeth's School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Queen Elizabeth's School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Queen Elizabeth's School for how up to date information on how to apply (it may be automatic or it may require some forms to be filled in). More information on their 11+ entrance test can be found here.
Is Queen Elizabeth's School a boys-only school?
Yes, Queen Elizabeth's School is a boys-only school.
