11+ Practice Papers
For GL and CEM Assessment

Are you looking for authentic, challenging practice papers that truly reflect the real 11+ English test? Look no further. Created by experienced tutors and academic specialists, this series contains 100% original material that you won't find anywhere else.


Written by examiners with a deep understanding of how children succeed in high-stakes entrance exams.

7+ Practice Books Built on Exam Expertise and Creative Design

Two carefully structured book series supporting English, Mathematics, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, each backed by free online practice tests.

Written by experienced educators with a deep understanding of how children succeed in high-stakes entrance exams.

11+ Practice Papers (Books 1-4)

Give Your Child the Ultimate Advantage in the 11+ English Exam

 

English 

  • The 11+ English Practice Paper series Unlike other publishers who recycle the same tired questions, every single page of this book is fresh, carefully crafted, and designed to stretch and challenge your child.


What's Inside:

  • 4 Full-Length Practice Tests – Each test includes a reading comprehension section (40 marks) and a creative writing task (50 marks), mirroring the format of the actual exam.

  • Complete Answers with Detailed Explanations – No more guessing why an answer is wrong! Our clear marking guidance helps you and your child understand the reasoning behind every response.

  • Aligned with the National Curriculum: Questions target Levels 4–5 and cover the entire KS2 curriculum, ensuring thorough preparation.

  

Verbal Reasoning 

The 11+ Verbal Reasoning series is a comprehensive four-book collection designed to thoroughly prepare Year 6 students for the demands of competitive 11+ entrance exams. Verbal Reasoning is one of the most challenging components of the 11+ exam – and one of the most important. It tests not just what your child knows, but how they think. This series of four practice papers provides the intensive preparation needed to excel.

What's Inside:

  • 4 Full-Length Practice Tests: Each containing 80 carefully constructed questions covering the full spectrum of Verbal Reasoning types.
  • Complete Answers with Detailed Explanations: Understand the logic behind every answer to reinforce learning and build confidence.
  • Covers ALL Exam Boards: GL Assessment, CEM, and independent school tests – comprehensive preparation for every eventuality.
  • Aligned with National Curriculum Levels 4–5:  Building on KS2 learning while extending into advanced reasoning skills.

 

Mathematics 

The 11+ Developing Skills: Mathematics series will help your child to be ready for the challenge of the 11+ Mathematics exam. With 20 distinct question categories covered across four full-length practice tests, this series provides the most thorough preparation available anywhere. Created by our team of academic specialists, every single question is 100% original – never recycled from outdated sources.

What's Inside:

  • 4 Full-Length Practice Tests: Each containing 25 carefully crafted questions designed to mirror the real 11+ Maths exam.
  • Complete Answers with Detailed Explanations:  Understand not just what the correct answer is, but why it's correct and how to approach similar questions.
  • Covers ALL Exam Boards : GL Assessment, CEM, and individual school tests – we've got you covered.
  • 20 Distinct Question Categories: From basic arithmetic to complex problem-solving, no topic is left untouched.

English Extension Skills Series

The Mastering Skills Series is for children who are ready to deepen their understanding and tackle more demanding 11+ questions. It builds on core knowledge, develops speed and accuracy, and prepares children for the challenge of real exam conditions.

 

English Extension Series
100% Original Content. Created by Experts for Advanced Learners.

Has your child mastered the basics? Are they ready for something harder? Something that will truly stretch their abilities and prepare them to stand out among the strongest candidates?

Introducing the English Extension Series – four advanced practice papers designed specifically for students who are aiming for the very highest standards. This is not your ordinary 11+ practice. This is for children who want to be pushed, challenged, and prepared to excel at the most competitive grammar and independent schools.

The standard 11+ papers build confidence and familiarity. The Extension Series does something different. It raises the bar. These papers are crafted for students who have already mastered the fundamentals and are ready to encounter:

  • More complex and sophisticated reading passages – Drawn from classic literature, thought-provoking non-fiction, and poetry that demands deep analysis
  • Higher-order thinking questions – Moving beyond simple retrieval to explore authorial intent, critical evaluation, and nuanced language analysis
  • Challenging creative writing prompts – Designed to elicit sophisticated responses with greater thematic depth and structural complexity
  • Advanced vocabulary and grammatical structures – Expecting students to demonstrate precision and flair in their own writing

  

Verbal Reasoning (Coming soon)

This Extension Series contains four demanding Verbal Reasoning practice tests designed for high-achieving students aiming for the most competitive grammar and independent school places. These papers provide the rigorous challenge needed to truly excel.

 

Mathematics (Coming soon)

This Extension Series contains four demanding Mathematics practice tests designed for high-achieving students aiming for the most competitive grammar and independent school places. These papers provide the rigorous challenge needed to truly excel.

What Do Parents and Tutors Say About Us?

⭐ Finally, a challenge worthy of my daughter.

"My daughter found standard papers too easy. These Extension papers finally gave her the challenge she needed. The comprehension questions really make her think."
Sarah M., Parent of a 10-year-old

⭐⭐ Questions that build real critical thinkers.

"The difference is in the questions. They don't just ask 'what happened' – they ask 'why did the author write it this way?' and 'what effect does this create?' Perfect for developing critical thinkers."
Dr. Amina K., Educational Consultant

⭐ Transformed my son's logical thinking.

"My son's verbal reasoning skills have improved enormously. The questions in these practice papers pushed him to think more deeply about logic and reasoning."
David L., Parent of an 11-year-old

About Nova House Publications

At Nova House Publications, we believe that authentic preparation makes all the difference. Unlike traditional publishers who recycle the same tired questions year after year, every single practice test we produce is 100% original – crafted from scratch to provide fresh, genuine challenges for every student.

Our materials are written by real examiners and educational specialists who know the 11 Plus inside out. They understand not just what to test, but how to test it – and crucially, how to mark it. This examiner's eye runs through every page we publish, ensuring that when your child practises with us, they're not just learning content; they're learning how to succeed on the day that truly counts.
We are an independent educational publisher focussed on developing practice tests and learning materials for children applying for selective school entry.

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