Get your child ready for the Ilford County High School entrance exam with free 11+ practice papers and mock tests. Download a printable practice paper for each subject the school tests — every paper is written in the Consortium paper style from our own question bank and comes with a full answer key, so you can mark it at home. Below you'll also find the Ilford County High School exam format, key dates and how to prepare. These are original practice papers in the style of the exam, never reproductions of the real test.
✔ Exam details verified September 2026 · papers generated for September 2028 entry
Does Ilford County High School publish 11+ past papers?
Most schools, including Ilford County High School as far as we know, do not publish full past 11+ papers; some share a familiarisation booklet or sample questions on their admissions page. Practice papers written to the school's format — like the free papers on this page — are the closest legitimate alternative.
Check the Ilford County High School admissions page for any familiarisation material the school itself provides.
Free Ilford County High School practice papers by subject
4 papers for September 2028 entry — one per subject Ilford County High School tests, each with a full answer key. Print it, sit it to the clock, then mark it together. Create a free account (no card) and your first paper is free.
Ilford County High School 11+ Maths practice paper
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Ilford County High School 11+ English practice paper
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Ilford County High School 11+ Verbal Reasoning practice paper
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Ilford County High School 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning practice paper
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The Ilford County High School 11+ exam at a glance
| Exam board / format | Consortium paper |
|---|---|
| Subjects tested | Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning |
| Consortium | London Borough of Redbridge 11+ examination |
| Location | Ilford · Redbridge · London |
| Catchment | All admissions are based on the London Borough of Redbridge 11+ examination and living in the catchment area. If oversubscribed, priority is for looked after or previously looked after children, 45 places (25%) for pupil premium children, then other children living in the common catchment area ranked by total standardised score, then children living outside the common catchment area ranked by total standardised score. A minimum threshold score of 104 applies. |
| Places (Year 7) | approx. 180 |
A shared consortium entrance paper. Subjects vary by consortium but usually cover all four — confirm with the school.
⏱️ Timing: Cover all four subjects; check the consortium's published format for the exact mix.
See the full Ilford County High School 11+ guide — catchment, admissions & official links →
Ilford County High School 11+ key dates
| Registration opens | 1 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Typical exam date | 18 Sep 2026 |
The only Year 7 admissions dates found are for 2027 entry: registration opened on 2026-05-01, deadline 5.00pm on Monday 2026-06-15, test date Friday 2026-09-18, photo ID form and invite letter emailed at the start of September, and results emailed in the middle of October 2026.
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About Ilford County High School
Ilford County High School is a boys grammar school in Ilford, Redbridge. It has with a sixth form.
Ilford County High School is a boys' school in Barkingside, Ilford. The school admits 180 boys into Year 7 each year via the London Borough of Redbridge 11+ examination and also has a sixth form.
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Ilford County High School admissions, catchment & how to apply
| Catchment | Must live in catchment to be eligible — All admissions are based on the London Borough of Redbridge 11+ examination and living in the catchment area. If oversubscribed, priority is for looked after or previously looked after children, 45 places (25%) for pupil premium children, then other children living in the common catchment area ranked by total standardised score, then children living outside the common catchment area ranked by total standardised score. A minimum threshold score of 104 applies. |
|---|---|
| Register for the test | 1 May 2026 → 15 Jun 2026 |
| Test date (typical) | 18 Sep 2026 |
| Secondary application | Name the school on your local authority's Common Application Form by the national deadline of 31 October in Year 6 — registering for the test alone is not an application. |
Registration for the entrance test is separate from the council application, and the test is sat in the autumn of Year 6 (usually September), with results before the 31 October deadline so families can rank their choices. The definitive rules are in the school's own admissions policy: Ilford County High School admissions page.
What score does your child need for Ilford County High School?
Ilford County High School does not publish a fixed pass mark: applicants are ranked on standardised scores each year, so the qualifying line moves with the cohort and the number of places. Consistently strong, timed practice across every tested subject is the reliable signal — ElevenReady's readiness score tracks that for this school.
How to prepare for the Ilford County High School 11+
- Start early and build the basics. Begin in Year 4 or 5 so there's time to master each subject before adding exam pressure. Little and often beats last-minute cramming.
- Practise each subject with real question types. Use the free papers above to get familiar with Consortium paper-style maths, english, verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning questions and how they're worded.
- Find and fix the weak spots. Mark each paper, look for the topics that trip your child up, and give those extra focused practice rather than repeating what they already know.
- Sit full papers under timed conditions. Closer to the exam, work to the clock so pace and stamina feel normal on the day.
- Keep it calm and encouraging. Confidence matters as much as content — celebrate progress and keep sessions short and positive.
Know exactly how ready your child is for Ilford County High School
The free papers are a great start — but marking them yourself only tells you so much. ElevenReady turns everyday practice into a clear, honest picture of your child's readiness for Ilford County High School:
- A transparent readiness score for this school's exam — Developing → On Track → Strong → Exam Ready.
- A second set of every subject paper plus full timed mixed mock exams that feel like the real Consortium paper paper.
- An adaptive practice programme that spots weak topics, teaches them, and builds a weekly plan up to exam day.
- Thousands of questions, step-by-step explanations, and progress your whole family can see.
Ilford County High School past papers & mock tests — your questions answered
Does Ilford County High School publish 11+ past papers?
Most schools, including Ilford County High School as far as we know, do not publish full past 11+ papers; some share a familiarisation booklet or sample questions on their admissions page. Practice papers written to the school's format — like the free papers on this page — are the closest legitimate alternative.
Are these Ilford County High School mock tests free?
Yes — one full sample paper for each subject the school tests, with answers, free and with no account needed.
What 11+ exam does Ilford County High School use?
Ilford County High School sits a Consortium paper-style 11+ exam for September 2028 entry. Our papers are written in that style from our own question bank — practice papers, never copies of the real exam. Always confirm the exact format with the school.
Which subjects should my child practise?
The exam covers Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning. Download a paper for each above.
How do I get more Ilford County High School mock papers?
ElevenReady members get a second set of every subject paper, full timed mixed mock exams, and an adaptive programme that tracks readiness for this school. Start a free trial to unlock them.
Mock tests for other schools
Looking at more than one school? Compare the Ilford County High School 11+ guide, browse every school in Redbridge, or see free 11+ practice papers for every school — each has its own free papers.
ElevenReady is an independent 11+ preparation service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Ilford County High School. Exam information is believed correct at the time of publishing (last verified 24 Sep 2026) — always confirm details with the school directly.