When 11 Plus Results Are Released — and What to Expect
So, When Do 11 Plus Results Come Out?
The 11 Plus results are usually released in October, around 4–6 weeks after the exam, depending on the area. For example:
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Kent 11 Plus results 2025: 16 October
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Buckinghamshire: 10 October
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Bexley, Slough, Birmingham & other areas: mid–late October
In London, results often align with this same timeline — if you're sitting a consortium test (like Sutton or Redbridge), expect similar release windows.
👉 Check your local grammar school or council website to confirm the exact date.
For a full timeline, see:
11 Plus Dates: Your Family’s Timeline to Grammar School Success
What Time Do 11 Plus Results Come Out?
Most areas email results in the morning on the day they’re released — typically between 8 AM and 11 AM. Some schools may send letters or publish scores on parent portals.
Be prepared for a wait — and consider keeping your child occupied while you check.
How Will I Know if My Child Passed?
When the results come in, you’ll usually receive:
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Your child’s standardised score (often out of 140 or 141)
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A message indicating whether they’ve met the required standard
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Details of next steps for grammar school applications
👉 For score breakdowns, read:
11 Plus Explained: What Every Parent Needs to Know
What Is a Good 11 Plus Score?
Scores are standardised based on your child’s age and raw score. Here’s a rough guide:
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110–119: average
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120–124: above average
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125–130: competitive
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130+: very strong
But each grammar school sets its own cut-off, which may change yearly depending on applications.
👉 Learn more:
Everything You Need to Know About the 11 Plus Exam
What Is the Pass Mark for 11+ This Year?
It varies, but in most areas:
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120 is often considered a pass
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Some areas use 111 or 117 based on cohort performance
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Grammar schools may set higher thresholds in highly competitive areas
👉 For example, in Buckinghamshire, the qualifying mark is 121. In Kent, children receive a separate score per subject and must meet the standard in all three.
Is 70% Enough to Pass 11+?
Not necessarily. Since the scores are standardised and adjusted for age, raw marks like “70%” don’t directly translate to a pass.
That said, 70% on practice papers is a great sign — especially if consistent.
👉 Need a tutor's opinion? Read:
11 Plus Tutor UK
11 Plus Results 2025 — What to Do Next
If your child has passed:
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Celebrate and support them as they apply for grammar schools (usually by 31 October).
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Use school open days to make your final decisions.
If your child didn’t meet the threshold:
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You can still apply to grammar schools and appeal the decision.
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Focus on building confidence and resilience — they’ve worked hard!
👉 Explore next steps:
11 Plus Tuition: How to Get Your Child Ready for the Test
When to Apply for the 11 Plus Exam 2025/2026
Here’s a rough guide:
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For 2025 entry: Register by June/July 2025
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For 2026 entry: Begin preparing in Year 4/5 and look for registration opening in April–June 2026
Get exact dates here:
11 Plus Dates: Your Family’s Timeline to Grammar School Success
What to Say to Your Child (Whatever the Outcome)
Whether the result is what you hoped or not, your child needs your encouragement.
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Praise effort, not outcome.
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Avoid comparisons — every child’s path is different.
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Use the moment to talk about resilience, learning and confidence.
👉 Help build those skills with this article:
11 Plus Vocabulary for Children: How to Help Your Child Succeed
🌐 External Link for Deeper Guidance
For more detail on how standardised scores work and regional pass thresholds, visit:
https://www.elevenplusexams.co.uk/advice/standardised-scores
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