Tiffin School 11+
Crucial 11+ info, past 11+ papers and practice 11+ papers for Tiffin School.
How to get into Tiffin School
Tiffin School is a selective secondary school in Kingston upon Thames, London. To get into Tiffin School children need to pass the school's 11+ entrance test. Here is the step-by-step guide to getting your child into Tiffin School with all the important information you need to know.
Admission Requirements
Tiffin School offers 180 places annually for Year 7 entry in September 2026 [1]. The school admits boys born between specific dates for the relevant academic year entry. Registration for September 2026 entry to Year 7 is now open.
The school operates a two-stage testing process using the Tiffin 11+ examination system. Registration opens on Wednesday 4th June 2025 and closes at 12 noon on Wednesday 3rd September 2025 (see key dates).
Families must live within Tiffin School's Priority Area for the best chance of admission. The catchment area has two sections: Inner Priority Area (students who live less than 10 km from the school) and Outer Priority Area (students who live 10 km or more, and less than 14 km from the school). Since introducing the Inner Priority Area, places have only been offered to those who live within 10km of the School.
- Registration must be completed through the Applicaa admissions portal on the school website
- Families must submit the Common Application Form (CAF) through their local authority by 31st October 2025 (see key dates)
- Boys with Education, Health and Care Plans naming Tiffin School receive highest priority
- Up to 10% of places are awarded through Sport (5%) and Music (5%) aptitude assessments[1]
Application Process
The application process consists of two main stages. Registration for the stage one exam opens on Wednesday 4th June 2025 and closes on Wednesday 3rd September 2025 (see key dates). Families must complete online registration through the school's admissions portal powered by Applicaa [1].
Stage One tests take place on Friday 3rd October 2025 (see key dates). Parents receive Stage One outcomes on Wednesday 15th October 2025, informing them whether their child has been shortlisted for Stage Two testing.
Families must submit the Common Application Form through their local authority after receiving Stage One results. The CAF must be submitted by 31st October 2025 (see key dates). Stage Two tests take place in November 2025 for shortlisted candidates.
- Complete online registration at the school website before September deadline
- For Sport or Music aptitude assessments, submit registration by Monday 7th July 2025 (see key dates)
- Attend Stage One testing on the allocated date in October
- Submit Common Application Form through local authority by October 31st deadline
- Attend Stage Two testing if shortlisted in November
- Results announced on National School Offers Day in March 2026 (see key dates)
Examination Format
The Tiffin 11+ consists of two distinct stages. Stage One comprises one-hour multiple-choice papers in English and Maths, created internally by Tiffin School. Stage Two involves one-hour written papers in English and Maths, also set and marked by Tiffin School.
Raw scores from Stage One are combined and age-standardised to ensure children born later in the academic year aren't disadvantaged. Children with the highest Stage One scores are invited to Stage Two testing. Results from Stage Two are combined with Stage One to create a final ranking order of candidates.
The school offers additional pathways through aptitude assessments. Boys who demonstrate particular skill in music or sport can be prioritised for places, with 5% of places awarded to boys who show aptitude in music, and 5% to those who show aptitude in sport. Music aptitude assessments take place from Wednesday 9th to Friday 11th July 2025 (see key dates) [1].
- Stage One: Multiple-choice English and Maths papers (one hour each)
- Stage Two: Written English and Maths papers (one hour each)
- Music Aptitude: Written assessment plus listening exercises
- Sport Aptitude: General sporting ability assessment
- All tests are age-standardised to ensure fairness across the year group
Preparation Guidance
Families should begin preparation well in advance of the examination dates. Using a 'little and often' approach when learning is key, with child psychologists recommending regular study sessions of 20–30 minutes for children aged 10–11. Building a good knowledge base before the 11 plus is essential.
The school provides illustrative questions for both English and Maths tests to help families understand the format [1]. Families should aim for 80% in Stage One practice tests as a preparation benchmark. Regular reading is a great way to help children build analysis and interpretation skills tested in 11 plus exams.
For comprehensive preparation resources, families should visit practice papers section. Professional tutoring support is available through qualified 11+ tutors. The school strongly encourages attendance at the Open Evening in July 2025 for current Year 5 pupils [1].
- Start preparation at least 12-18 months before testing
- Focus on National Curriculum content for English and Maths
- Practice with multiple-choice format for Stage One preparation
- Develop written response skills for Stage Two preparation
- Attend school Open Evening to understand expectations
- Complete mock examinations under timed conditions
- Build reading comprehension through regular practice
Practical Advice
Families should plan carefully for examination day logistics. Parents receive Stage One testing arrangements by email on Wednesday 17th September 2025 (see key dates). Children should arrive well-rested and have eaten a proper breakfast before testing. The school provides all necessary materials including answer sheets for computer marking.
Passing the exam doesn't guarantee place allocation, as many grammar schools are oversubscribed with qualified children. Families should have realistic backup options in the Kingston upon Thames area. Alternative schools include comprehensive schools in Kingston, Richmond, and surrounding boroughs that offer excellent educational opportunities.
For managing examination anxiety, families should maintain regular routines and avoid intensive cramming immediately before test dates. The school emphasises that candidates cannot prepare for everything, so building confidence through consistent practice is more valuable than attempting to cover every possible topic.
Tiffin 11+ Information
In order to get into Tiffin School, children need to pass the Tiffin 11+. This 11+ test is written by GL Assessment for use by the school's admissions process.
Tiffin 11+ Subjects & Structure
The Tiffin 11+ requires children to complete tests in the following subjects:
- English
- Maths
The admission process for Tiffin School involves a rigorous two-stage 11 plus examination. Stage one consists of multiple-choice assessments in English and maths, each lasting one hour. These papers are designed and provided by a leading UK 11 plus assessment company, GL Assessment.
Upon successful completion of stage one, candidates progress to stage two, which includes written English and maths exams. These one-hour papers are set and evaluated directly by Tiffin School, allowing the institution to assess the applicants' abilities more closely.
The combination of multiple-choice and written exams across both stages enables Tiffin School to thoroughly evaluate prospective students' aptitude and suitability for the academically challenging environment the school provides.
Other Schools using Tiffin 11+
As well as Tiffin School, several other schools also use Tiffin 11+. These are:
Tiffin 11+ Marking Process
The reality of 11+ tests, selective education and academic institutions such as Tiffin 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!
Tiffin 11+ Pass Mark
The pass mark for the Tiffin 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 Tiffin School, it's a ballpark exam result figure for successful candidates.
Key Dates for the Tiffin School 11+ Entrance Tests
Here are all the important dates for the 11+ tests (to get into Tiffin School) as well as other relevant dates.
| Date | Event | Calendar Link |
|---|---|---|
| 04/06/2025 | Registration Opens For The Tiffin School Stage One Tests And Sports And Music Aptitude Assessments | Add Dates to Calendar |
| 01/07/2025 | Tiffin School Open Evening | |
| 07/07/2025 | Deadline For Sports And Music Aptitude Assessments | |
| 09/07/2025 | Music Aptitude Assessment â part One | |
| 11/07/2025 | Music Aptitude Assessment â part Two | |
| 03/09/2025 | Deadline To Apply For Stage One Tests | |
| 17/09/2025 | Parents Should Receive Stage One Testing Arrangements By Email, And Results Of Sports And Music Aptitude Assessments Are Released | |
| Early October | Tiffin School Stage One Tests | |
| Mid October | Parents Are Notified If Their Child Is Invited To Stage Two Tests | |
| Late October | National Deadline To Apply For Secondary School Places | |
| 02/03/2026 | National Secondary School Offers Day |
Although the utmost care has been taken to gather these dates, parents should treat them as a guide and check with Tiffin School as they may well change.
11+ Tutor for Tiffin School
As the Tiffin 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 Tiffin School 11+ Tests
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11+ Past Papers for Tiffin School
Unfortunately, Tiffin School has not made any of their 11+ past papers publicly available. However, you can use However, you can use 11+ practice papers from other exam boards (such as GL Assessment, CEM and CSSE) to help your child prepare.
11+ Practice Papers for Tiffin School
Here are some superb free 11+ practice papers that children can download and use to help prepare for the Tiffin 11+ Ensure you double-check with Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 11+ to get into Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 11+.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | English |
11+ Practice Papers for Tiffin 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 Tiffin School.
| Exam Board | Subject | Question Booklet | Answers |
|---|---|---|---|
| GL Assessment | English | ||
| GL Assessment | Writing | ||
| GL Assessment | Maths | ||
| GL Assessment | Verbal Reasoning |
11+ Practice Papers for Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 Tiffin School together with their admissions contact details.
| Address | Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT2 6RL |
|---|---|
| School Website | https://www.tiffinschool.co.uk/ |
| Telephone | 02085464638 |
| Email Address | Year7admissions@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk |
| Gender | Boys only |
| Total Year 7 Places | 180 |
| Total Pupils (Girls/Boys) | 1419 (141 Girls / 1278 Boys) |
| Headteacher | Mr Garth Williams |
Tiffin 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 1,419 pupils attend Tiffin School and it's led by the Headteacher, Mr Garth Williams.
Tiffin School Location
Below you will find a map showing the school's location:
Ofsted Information
Tiffin School was last inspected by Ofsted on 24/05/2022 and the inspection only lasted one day. Ofsted published their report on 21/09/2022, declaring that the school was 'Good'. 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 | 24/05/2022 | 1 | 21/09/2022 | Good | Full Report |
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Ofsted Report Summary
Tiffin School was inspected by Ofsted on 21/09/2022 and received an overall rating of Good. The school demonstrated a Good quality of education, Outstanding behaviour and attitudes, and Outstanding personal development. The leadership and management of the school were rated as Good.
The sixth form provision at Tiffin School was deemed Outstanding by the Ofsted inspection. This highlights the school's commitment to providing high-quality education and support for students in their final years of secondary education.
The inspection results showcase Tiffin School's dedication to fostering a positive learning environment, promoting excellent behaviour, and nurturing the personal growth of its students. The school's leadership team has effectively managed the institution, ensuring a Good quality of education across all levels.
GCSE & A-Level Subjects
Below you will find a complete list of GCSE and A-Level subjects offered to pupils at Tiffin 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 Tiffin 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 | 58 | - | - | 5 | 1 | 9 | 14 | 12 | 4 | 7 | 6 |
| Biology | 131 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 11 | 23 | 40 | 56 |
| Chemistry | 131 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 14 | 33 | 83 |
| Computer Studies/Computing | 38 | - | - | - | 5 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 8 | 2 | 7 |
| Design & Technology | 57 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 11 | 14 | 16 | 14 |
| English Language | 175 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 8 | 36 | 43 | 57 | 29 |
| English Literature | 175 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 15 | 40 | 45 | 41 | 32 |
| French | 89 | 1 | - | - | 1 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 21 | 21 | 24 |
| Geography | 99 | - | - | - | 1 | - | 6 | 7 | 36 | 23 | 26 |
| German | 85 | - | - | - | 4 | 2 | 7 | 11 | 19 | 19 | 23 |
| Classical Greek | 6 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 2 |
| History | 92 | - | - | 1 | - | 2 | 2 | 12 | 13 | 32 | 30 |
| Latin | 31 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 10 | 11 |
| Mathematics | 175 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 1 | 9 | 42 | 122 |
| Music | 44 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6 | 13 | 25 |
| Physics | 131 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 4 | 14 | 41 | 72 |
| Religious Studies | 84 | - | - | - | 2 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 18 | 20 | 33 |
| Spanish | 16 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Drama & Theatre Studies | 29 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 2 |
| Physical Education/Sports Studies | 14 | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 5 | 4 | - |
| Science: Double Award | 44 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
A-Level Results Information (2022-23)
| Subject | Total Pupils | Grades Achieved | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| U | E | D | C | B | A | A* | |||||
| Art and Design | 9 | - | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | |||
| Biology | 74 | - | 3 | 3 | 2 | 21 | 27 | 17 | |||
| Chemistry | 94 | - | 2 | 3 | 12 | 20 | 36 | 19 | |||
| Design and Technology (Product Design) | 7 | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 2 | |||
| Drama and Theatre Studies | 11 | - | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | |||
| Economics | 81 | - | 2 | 1 | 2 | 23 | 34 | 18 | |||
| English Literature | 27 | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 11 | 8 | |||
| French | 9 | - | - | - | - | - | 5 | 4 | |||
| Geography | 33 | - | - | 2 | 2 | 11 | 12 | 6 | |||
| German | 9 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 2 | |||
| Government and Politics | 26 | - | - | - | 4 | 7 | 10 | 5 | |||
| History | 48 | - | - | - | - | 15 | 22 | 11 | |||
| Latin | 8 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 4 | |||
| Mathematics | 203 | - | 7 | 2 | 11 | 36 | 60 | 85 | |||
| Mathematics (Further) | 66 | - | 3 | 1 | 5 | 12 | 24 | 20 | |||
| Music | 13 | - | - | - | 1 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |||
| Physics | 59 | - | - | 1 | 6 | 12 | 20 | 16 | |||
| Psychology | 35 | - | 2 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |||
| Religious Studies | 17 | - | - | - | - | 1 | 11 | 5 | |||
| Spanish | 10 | - | - | - | 1 | 4 | 3 | 2 | |||
FAQ
Is Tiffin School hard to get into?
Yes, Tiffin 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 Tiffin School a private school?
No, Tiffin School is one of the few remaining academically selective, state-funded grammar schools left in England.
Is Tiffin School free?
Yes, Tiffin School is free, there are no school fees. Thus, sending your child to Tiffin School won't cost you any money.
How do I get my child into Tiffin School?
You need to apply to take the school's 11+ test. Contact Tiffin 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 Tiffin School a boys-only school?
Yes, Tiffin School is a boys-only school.
