The Judd School 11+
Crucial 11+ info, past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for The Judd School.
How to get into The Judd School
The Judd School is a selective secondary school in Kent. To get into The Judd School children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into The Judd School with all the important information you need to know.
School Overview
The Judd School, established in 1888 in Tonbridge, Kent, is a selective grammar school for boys aged 11–18, with a co-educational Sixth Form [1]. The school offers 180 places annually, with 157 places allocated to families living in the Inner Area and 23 places for the Outer Area [1]. The school is renowned for its academic excellence and offers a broad curriculum, including specialisms in Music and Mathematics [1].
Admission Requirements
Children currently in Year 5 who were born between 1 September 2014 and 31 August 2015 can take the Kent Test in 2025 for entry to Year 7 in September 2026. Families must ensure their child takes the Kent Test to be eligible for admission.
Children need a total score of 332 or higher and no single score lower than 107 to qualify for a place at a Kent grammar school. In order to pass the exam, the child's standardised score must be over 109 and their total score must be 332 or more.
The school prioritises children who live in its 'inner area', which is defined by the following postcodes: TN1, TN2, TN3, TN4, TN8, TN9, TN10, TN11, TN12, TN13, TN14, TN15; ME18, ME19; TN16 1** and TN16 2** (not TN16 3** or TN16 9**); DA4 0** (not DA4 9**) [1]. Plus the civil parish of Halstead (where this is not included above).
Application Process
Registration for the 2025 Kent Test opens on Monday 2nd June 2025 and closes on Tuesday 1st July 2025 (see key dates). Kent County Council cannot accept late registrations.
To apply, families need to name the school as one of their preferred schools on the secondary school common application form. This will be available on the home council website from early September and must be submitted by Friday 31st October 2025 (see key dates) [1].
Families need to complete the following steps:
- Register the child for the Kent Test through the Kent County Council website
- Complete the Secondary Common Application Form (SCAF) through the local authority
- Submit all applications by the 31st October 2025 deadline (see key dates)
- For specific guidance contact the school information section
Test Format and Content
The Judd School follows the Kent 11 Plus exam for Year 7 admission. The Kent Test is made up of two multiple-choice papers and a short writing task.
The first test will be an English and maths paper and will take 1 hour. Each section will involve a 5 minute practice exercise followed by a 25 minute test. The second test is a one-hour exam that aims to evaluate Reasoning abilities. It is broken down into three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Spatial Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
All children also complete a short creative writing exercise. This isn't marked as part of the main test, but it might be used if the child's results are reviewed by a headteacher panel or at appeal stage.
Important Dates
Registration for the 2025 Kent Test opens on Monday 2nd June 2025 and closes on Tuesday 1st July 2025 (see key dates). The Kent Test date for children in Kent primary schools is Thursday 11th September 2025, while the Kent Test date for children not in Kent primary schools is Saturday 13th – Sunday 14th September 2025 (see key dates).
Results will be emailed on Thursday 16th October 2025 (see key dates) to families who provide an email address. National Offer Day is Monday 3rd March 2025 (see key dates) when 180 offers will be made [1].
Preparation Guidance
Families should begin preparation at least one year before the test date. Children should have a good understanding of Year 6 content before testing their knowledge with practice papers.
Using a 'little and often' approach when recapping content is key, as our brains encode new information more effectively when dealing with smaller 'chunks' of information. Based on historical data, students who are able to score 75%+ consistently in 11+ Kent practice tests are on track to pass The Judd School Test.
For preparation resources, families should access practice papers and consider professional support through tutoring services. Verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and spatial reasoning topics aren't usually taught in school. They're included in the test to measure the child's potential, not just what they've learned so far.
Waiting List and Appeals
Families who have applied for a place at The Judd School and have not been successful may join the waiting list, provided they have a selective score on the Kent Test [1]. The waiting list for Year 7 entry will be maintained until the end of January 2025 and will be re-ranked every time a student joins or leaves the list [1].
The Kent deadline for waiting list requests is 17 March 2025 – a first round of waiting list offers will then be made on 24 April 2025 (see key dates) [1]. Last year around 10 offers were made from the waiting list – the majority in late April [1].
There was a total of 1 appeal upheld in 2024, 7 appeals upheld in 2023, 4 upheld in 2022 and 8 upheld in 2021 [1]. Families considering appeals should contact the school information section for detailed guidance.
Practical Advice
Passing the 11 plus doesn't guarantee that a child will be allocated a place at their preferred school. Many grammar schools are often oversubscribed with qualified children. Families should prepare backup school options within Kent.
Success in the 11+ isn't just about knowledge; it's also about mindset. Families should praise children for their effort, not just their results. When children face a tricky topic or make a mistake, remind them that every challenge is a chance to learn and grow.
If a child has a disability or special educational needs which will affect their access to testing, families need to discuss this with their primary school's special educational needs coordinator (SENCO) before they register them for the test. Requests will not be accepted after 1 July 2025 (see key dates).
For specific admissions queries and detailed contact information, families should refer to the school information section.
Kent 11+ Test Information
In order to get into The Judd School, children need to pass the Kent 11+ Test. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
Kent 11+ Test Subjects & Structure
The Kent 11+ Test requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- English
- Maths
- Verbal Reasoning
- Non-Verbal Reasoning
- Spatial Reasoning
The Kent Test, administered by GL Assessment, is the entrance examination for admission to The Judd School. This assessment comprises two multiple-choice papers, each lasting one hour. The first paper evaluates the candidate's proficiency in English and maths, with questions based on the Key Stage 2 national curriculum.
The second paper assesses the student's aptitude in verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, and spatial reasoning. These subjects are not typically covered in the school curriculum, so candidates may be less familiar with the question formats encountered in this section of the test.
The Kent Test aims to provide a comprehensive evaluation of a child's academic abilities and potential, helping The Judd School select students who are best suited for their educational environment.
Other Schools using Kent 11+ Test
As well as The Judd School, several other schools also use Kent 11+ Test. These are:
- Barton Court Grammar School
- Borden Grammar School
- Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School
- Cranbrook School
- Dane Court Grammar School
- Dartford Grammar School
- Dartford Grammar School for Girls
- Dover Grammar School for Boys
- Dover Grammar School for Girls
- Gravesend Grammar School
- Highsted Grammar School
- Highworth Grammar School
- Invicta Grammar School
- Maidstone Grammar School
- Maidstone Grammar School for Girls
- Mayfield Grammar School, Gravesend
- Oakwood Park Grammar School
- Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
- Simon Langton Girls' Grammar School
- Simon Langton Grammar School for Boys
- Sir Roger Manwood's School
- The Folkestone School for Girls
- The Harvey Grammar School
- The Norton Knatchbull School
- The Skinners' School
- Tonbridge Grammar School
- Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar School
- Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys
- Weald of Kent Grammar School
- Wilmington Grammar School for Boys
- Wilmington Grammar School for Girls
Kent 11+ Test Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as The Judd 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!
Kent 11+ Test Pass Mark
The pass mark for the Kent 11+ Test 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 The Judd School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the The Judd School 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into The Judd School) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
|---|---|---|
| 02/06/2025 | Kent Test Registration Opens | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 01/07/2025 | Kent Test Registration Closes | |
| 11/09/2025 | Kent Test Date For Children In Kent Primary Schools | |
| Mid October | Kent Test Results Sent To Parents | |
| Late October | Secondary School Common Application Deadline | |
| 02/03/2026 | National School Offers Day |
Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with The Judd School as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for The Judd School
As the Kent 11+ Test 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 The Judd School 11+ Tests
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11+ Past Papers for The Judd School
Here are all available past 11+ papers for The Judd 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 The Judd School currently uses.
The exam board (or test supplier) that The Judd 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 | Mixed |
11+ Practice Papers for The Judd School
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Kent 11+ Test Ensure you double-check with The Judd 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 The Judd 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 Kent 11+ Test to get into The Judd 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 The Judd 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 The Judd 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 The Judd 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 Kent 11+ Test.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for The Judd 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 The Judd School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Writing | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for The Judd 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 The Judd 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 The Judd 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 The Judd 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 The Judd 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 The Judd 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 The Judd 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 The Judd 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 The Judd School together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | The Judd School, Brook Street, Tonbridge, Kent TN9 2PN |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.judd.online/ |
| Telephone | 01732770880 |
| Email Address | admissions@judd.kent.sch.uk |
| Gender | Boys only |
| Total Year 7 Places | 180 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 1472 (189 Girls / 1283 Boys) |
| Headteacher | Mr Jonathan Wood |
The Judd School is a boys only school. It is also a local authority maintained school, meaning the local authority oversee the funding, admissions, and overall performance of the school.
In total 1,472 pupils attend The Judd School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mr Jonathan Wood.
The Judd School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
The Judd School was last inspected by Ofsted on 06/05/2015 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 05/06/2015, 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 | 06/05/2015 | 1 | 05/06/2015 | Outstanding | Full Report |
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GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at The Judd School for the 2022-23 academic year.
| GCSE Subjects Offered |
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| A-Level Subjects Offered |
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GCSE & A-Level Performance
Below are the individual GCSE and A-Level performance tables for The Judd 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 | ||
| Ancient History | 28 | - | - | - | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 5 | 5 |
| Art & Design (Fine Art) | 10 | - | - | 1 | - | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Biology | 184 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 14 | 35 | 34 | 38 | 62 |
| Chemistry | 184 | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 7 | 22 | 33 | 45 | 75 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 111 | - | - | - | 4 | 7 | 9 | 23 | 22 | 29 | 17 |
| Design & Technology | 49 | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 8 | 15 | 16 | 7 |
| English Language | 180 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 36 | 47 | 48 | 34 |
| English Literature | 184 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 7 | 19 | 34 | 52 | 43 | 26 |
| French | 42 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 8 | 11 | 7 | 13 |
| Geography | 119 | 1 | - | - | - | 1 | 6 | 12 | 26 | 47 | 26 |
| German | 116 | - | - | - | - | 5 | 12 | 19 | 30 | 21 | 28 |
| Latin | 32 | - | - | - | - | - | 2 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 12 |
| Mathematics | 184 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 5 | 24 | 33 | 62 | 59 |
| Music | 34 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 2 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 9 |
| Physics | 184 | 2 | - | - | - | 1 | 7 | 27 | 28 | 40 | 79 |
| Religious Studies | 180 | - | 1 | - | 4 | 2 | 10 | 28 | 38 | 58 | 39 |
| Physical Education/Sports Studies | 61 | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 15 | 23 | 14 | 5 |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Art and Design (Fine Art) | 11 | - | - | 1 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 1 | |||
| Biology | 106 | - | 1 | 12 | 10 | 24 | 40 | 17 | |||
| Chemistry | 83 | - | 1 | 3 | 9 | 15 | 36 | 18 | |||
| Classical Civilisation | 11 | - | - | - | - | 3 | 4 | 4 | |||
| Computer Studies / Computing | 25 | - | 1 | - | 5 | 10 | 6 | 3 | |||
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 15 | - | - | - | - | 6 | 4 | 5 | |||
| Economics | 91 | - | - | 3 | 13 | 18 | 38 | 19 | |||
| English Literature | 32 | - | - | 2 | 5 | 13 | 6 | 6 | |||
| French | 12 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 2 | 6 | |||
| Geography | 22 | - | - | 1 | 3 | 8 | 8 | 2 | |||
| Government and Politics | 26 | - | - | - | 1 | 7 | 9 | 9 | |||
| History | 46 | - | 1 | 1 | 9 | 14 | 16 | 5 | |||
| Logic / Philosophy | 23 | - | 1 | - | 1 | 5 | 12 | 4 | |||
| Mathematics | 161 | - | 6 | 12 | 17 | 35 | 45 | 44 | |||
| Mathematics (Further) | 45 | - | 3 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 18 | 11 | |||
| Music | 11 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 6 | 3 | |||
| Physical Education / Sports Studies | 19 | - | - | - | 3 | 10 | 5 | 1 | |||
| Physics | 83 | - | 6 | 7 | 10 | 23 | 17 | 20 | |||
| Religious Studies | 13 | - | - | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | |||
FAQ
Is The Judd School hard to get into?
Yes, The Judd 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 The Judd School a private school?
No, The Judd School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is The Judd School free?
Yes, The Judd School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to The Judd School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into The Judd School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact The Judd 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 The Judd School a boys-only school?
Yes, The Judd School is a boys-only school.
