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What percentage of kids pass the Kent test?

Figures released today by Kent County Council (KCC) reveal 45.2% of children from the county passed the previously named 11+ - up from last year's 44.6%. This year, a total 17,037 children sat the exam, with 11,170 of those living in the county; the rest took the test from other local authority areas.
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What percentage of children pass Kent test?

Practically, the end result of this standardisation is that a child needs to get around 78% right overall to be accepted into Grammar School but with no individual score below around 76%. This means that you must be good across the board. Around half of all the pupils who take the Kent Test, pass it.
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Is the Kent test hard?

Many children will find the test difficult. Grammar schools in Kent provide for children in about the top 25% of the ability range.
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What is the average score on the Kent test?

A standardised score of 100 represents an average performance for a child of a given age, with the lowest standardised score normally around 70 and the highest around 140. Until Kent pupils have taken the tests, it will not be possible to predict the threshold for grammar school.
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What happens if you fail the Kent test?

Kent. In Kent, children who do not pass the Kent Test may still be able to attend grammar school due to the Kent Headteacher Assessment (HTA) process. The HTA process gives headteachers the chance to apply for a Headteacher Appeal in the case of children who have not reached the standard needed for a pass.
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Kent Test - FAQ - 11+ Results - How to Pass 11+

Is Kent test harder than Medway?

The Kent test is different to the Medway test. Students need to pass all three exam papers to achieve a Kent test pass. The Kent test includes non-verbal and spatial reasoning which is not in the Medway test. We prepare our students across year four and five for the Kent & Medway tests.
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What percentage do you need to pass 11 plus Kent?

There is no specific pass mark in Kent. The 11 Plus is a competitive exam and so any pass mark will be dependent on the quality of those applying. Kent have though historically used a qualifying score and said that ALL tests must be over this level.
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Is Kent easy to get into?

General entry requirements. At Kent, we encourage all those who have the ability to study at university to apply, and we accept a wide range of qualifications. We consider your experience, alternative qualifications and other information in your application form.
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What is the highest score on the Kent test?

The lowest possible score on each test was 69 and the highest possible was 141. If your child achieves above the pass mark, their application will be considered by the grammar schools, but if the school is oversubscribed, they are not guaranteed to get a place.
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Is 120 good for standardised score?

100 represents the average score for the child's year group. 120 or above represents the top 10% of children in that year group.
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How many children took the Kent test 2023?

This year a total of 17,037 children sat the Kent Test – 11,170 who live in the county and the remainder from other local authority areas. Of the Kent children who sat the Test, 5,050 were assessed as being suitable for grammar school.
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How to pass Kent test?

Building speed and rhythm is another vital strategy. 'With practice, children get into the swing of answering the questions, and learn how long they have to tackle each one,' Anita explains. 'They are then able to identify when they're spending too long on a tricky question, and move on to the next one.
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When should I start preparing for Kent test?

Some parents begin the preparation when their child is in Year 3 or 4 – but a majority of children start their preparation after Year 4. By this point in their development, you'll have a better idea of their academic capabilities. Exceptionally bright children may only need a few weeks of preparation for the Kent 11+.
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What score do you need to pass the Kent test 2023?

An aggregate score of 332 or more, with no single score lower than 108. Scores in this year's standardisation run from 69 to 141. 423 is therefore the maximum standardised score any pupil can achieve.
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Can you appeal Kent test results?

The results are received by the headteacher before the parents. This is to allow for the headteachers' appeal panel to take place. Headteachers have 48 hours to select children based on results and evidence in books to put forward for appeal to a panel of their peers.
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What is the pass mark for Bexley 11 plus?

Bexley Grammar School 11 Plus (11+) Exam Pass Marks and Target Scores. The minimum standardised score to be achieved in both papers is 216, while top applicants typically score over 246.
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Is the Bexley 11 plus gl or cem?

The Grammar Schools Bexley 11+ Exam Applications

The exam itself is administered by GL Assessment and will test your child's skills in maths, English, verbal reasoning, and non-verbal reasoning.
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What were the results of the Kent GCSE 2023?

The class of 2023 today celebrate impressive GCSE results. Pupils received very high grades, with 76% of all grades awarded at level 7-9 and 31% at Grade 9.
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How many questions are there in the 11+ Kent?

The test will most likely contain 24 or 25 questions, so your child will roughly have 1 minute to answer each question. The Kent 11+ English exam will contain a short reading comprehension. Your child will need to read a passage and answer a series of questions based on it.
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What is the acceptance rate for Kent school?

The acceptance rate of Kent School is 42%, which is lower than the national average of 69%. Kent School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Connecticut with low acceptance rates.
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How many children took Kent test?

This year, a total 17,037 children sat the exam, with 11,170 of those living in the county; the rest took the test from other local authority areas. Out of those from Kent, 5,050 qualified to apply for grammar schools.
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Which grammar schools use Kent test?

Which grammar schools use the Kent Test?
  • Barton Court Grammar School.
  • Borden Grammar School.
  • Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School.
  • Cranbrook School.
  • Dane Court Grammar School.
  • Dartford Grammar School.
  • Dartford Grammar School for Girls.
  • Dover Grammar School for Boys.
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What is a good 11+ score?

Most schools use standardised (or age-adjusted) scoring for the 11 Plus. Again, each school's pass mark differs each year, broadly speaking, a score of at least 110 is required (in all papers) for a pass.
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