Year 5 11+ / 13+ Mathematics
Strengthen mathematical reasoning, accuracy and problem-solving confidence.
London Central & South-West Schools: 11+ / 13+ Admissions
A selected school guide, not a ranking. Dates refer to 2027 Year 7 entry, except King’s 13+ for 2029 Year 9 entry. Check each school’s latest admissions page for your intended entry year.
| School & official admissions | Registration deadline | Assessment | Brief requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of London School for Girls ↗ Central London · Girls | 30 Oct 2026 | 13–18 Nov 2026 | Computer-based numerical, verbal and non-verbal reasoning; shortlisted English, maths and interview |
| Putney High School ↗ South-West London · Girls | 3 Nov 2026 | 20 Nov 2026 | Digital English and maths; shortlisted creative assessment and interview |
| Surbiton High School ↗ South-West London · Girls | 2 Nov 2026 | 21 Nov 2026 | English comprehension and creative writing, maths; small-group interview |
| Kingston Grammar School ↗ South-West London · Co-ed | 见官网 / Check site | Nov 2026 | English comprehension and writing, maths; selective interviews |
| King’s College School, Wimbledon ↗ South-West London · Boys (relevant entry stages) | 2 Nov 2026 (13+) | 5 Dec 2026 (13+) | 13+ pre-test and interviews in Year 6; entry in Year 9 |
For Year 5 families: shortlist and visit schools in spring/summer; register and sit first-stage assessments in Year 6 autumn; further tests, interviews and offers often follow in January–February. Requirements differ by school; reasoning is not always a separate paper.
Follow a staged Year 3 start → Year 4 foundation → Year 5 intensive development → Year 6 optimisation pathway, tailored to 11+ and 13+ admissions.
Year 3–6 Preparation Pathway
English, maths and reasoning
Depth and question formats
Mocks, feedback and interviews
Year 5 focus: Use diagnostics, structured teaching, feedback and progress reviews to deepen understanding; introduce school-specific formats and gradually timed work without replacing broad reading with drills.
English, Mathematics and Reasoning Objectives
Curriculum basis: English and mathematics objectives are aligned broadly with the England National Curriculum for Upper Key Stage 2 (Years 5–6). Verbal and non-verbal reasoning are entrance-test extensions, not separate statutory National Curriculum subjects. Individual 11+, 13+ pre-test and Common Entrance requirements differ by school.
English · Reading and Writing
- Read demanding fiction, non-fiction and poetry; retrieve evidence, infer meaning, compare viewpoints and summarise accurately.
- Explain authorial vocabulary and language choices; develop breadth of vocabulary and spelling.
- Plan narratives and non-fiction writing with paragraphs, cohesion, varied sentence structures and accurate grammar/punctuation.
- Draft, revise and proofread; practise well-structured answers under gradually increasing time limits.
Mathematics · Fluency and Problem Solving
- Apply place value and all four operations with whole numbers; practise multi-step word problems and estimation.
- Work with fractions, decimals and percentages; compare and convert quantities where appropriate.
- Use measures, geometry, properties of shapes, coordinates and data interpretation.
- Show reasoning, choose efficient strategies, check answers and build accuracy before speed.
Reasoning · Verbal and Non-Verbal
- Verbal reasoning: vocabulary relationships, analogies, codes, sequences and careful interpretation of instructions.
- Non-verbal reasoning: patterns, symmetry, rotations, matrices and spatial relationships.
- Mathematical reasoning: multi-stage problems, missing information, logic and justification.
- Reasoning formats are school-specific entrance preparation, not a separately prescribed National Curriculum subject.
Kew Learning Programme
This page outlines the overall Year 5/6 preparation pathway. Confirm subject class times, venues and fees from current posters and the admissions team.
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2026–2027 Academic Calendar and Preparation Rhythm
| School period | Published calendar dates | Suggested preparation focus |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Term 2026 | 7 Sep – 20 Dec 2026 | Baseline and subject consolidation |
| October Half Term Camp | 26–30 Oct 2026 | Optional focused practice |
| Autumn Mock Exam | 29 Nov 2026 | Optional age-appropriate review |
| Spring Term 2027 | 4 Jan – 28 Mar 2027 | Deepen English, maths and reasoning |
| February Half Term Camp | 15–19 Feb 2027 | Address gaps |
| Spring Mock Exam | 7 Mar 2027 | Check progress and timing |
| Summer Term 2027 | 12 Apr – 25 Jul 2027 | Prepare for Year 6 transition |
| June Half Term Camp / Summer Mock | 1–4 Jun / 27 Jun 2027 | Plan summer consolidation |
Dates follow Kew Learning’s existing 2026–2027 calendar; suggested focus is guidance, not a confirmed class timetable.
Progress Reviews and 11+ / 13+ Admissions
Review reading, writing, mathematics and reasoning against target-school requirements, with regular feedback and appropriate mock tests. 11+ generally concerns Year 7 entry; 13+ generally concerns Year 9 entry and may involve earlier pre-tests and later school-specific assessments. Always check official admissions guidance.