ISEB 11+ English Past Papers with Answers

14 papers held (9 English · 5 Maths) · from £6 each with worked answers.

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About these papers

We currently hold 14 ready papers for ISEB (9 English, 5 Maths). Typical paper length in our set is around 37 minutes. Topics covered across worked answers include Comprehension, Geometry, Numbers, Statistics, Writing, Arithmetic, Writing Skills, Graphs.

ISEB-style practice builds transferable skills for schools that follow Common Entrance frameworks.

Exam format

Board / format: ISEB (Independent Schools Examinations Board) — Common Entrance / ISEB-style English and Maths used by many independent schools.
Sections: English and Maths papers aligned to Common Entrance frameworks; some senior schools also use ISEB Common Pre-Tests.
Duration: Paper lengths depend on whether the target school uses Pre-Tests, Common Entrance, or its own papers — confirm with each senior school.
Question counts: Our ISEB-style set includes English and Maths papers with worked answers for transferable exam practice.
Calculator policy: Usually non-calculator for 11+ Maths papers unless a specific senior school states otherwise.

Format notes are summarised for parents preparing with practice papers. Confirm current details on the school’s admissions pages.

Key dates — 2026 entry pathways

Registration: Registration is usually handled by the prep school or receiving senior school, not a single national form.
Exam: Timing depends on whether the school uses ISEB Common Pre-Tests, Common Entrance, or its own papers.
Offers: Offer dates are set by each senior school’s admissions calendar.

ISEB itself publishes frameworks; always confirm dates with your target senior school. Content owner: editorial.