Get your child ready for the Princethorpe College 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 CEM (legacy) 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 Princethorpe College 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 Princethorpe College publish 11+ past papers?
Princethorpe College does not publish past 11+ papers. CEM-style exams were never released after sitting, and the format mixes short timed sections across English, Verbal Reasoning, Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning. Practice papers in that style — like the free papers on this page — are the closest legitimate alternative.
Check the Princethorpe College admissions page for any familiarisation material the school itself provides.
Free Princethorpe College practice papers by subject
4 papers for September 2028 entry — one per subject Princethorpe College 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.
Princethorpe College 11+ Maths practice paper
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Princethorpe College 11+ English practice paper
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Princethorpe College 11+ Verbal Reasoning practice paper
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Princethorpe College 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning practice paper
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The Princethorpe College 11+ exam at a glance
| Exam board / format | CEM (legacy) |
|---|---|
| How it's sat | Paper + computer |
| Subjects tested | Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning |
| Location | Rugby · Warwickshire · West Midlands |
| Catchment | The school says it welcomes children from a wide variety of state and independent schools in a radius of around thirty miles, including its Foundation prep schools, and welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds. |
| Competition for places | In recent years we have been considerably oversubscribed. |
A GL Assessment paper across Maths, English, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning. Balanced practice across all four.
⏱️ Timing: Standard timed sections — build steady accuracy across every subject.
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Princethorpe College 11+ key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | 25 Sep 2026 |
| Typical exam date | 7 Nov 2026 |
The pages found describe September 2027 entry, not the next cycle. Children sit the entrance examination in November of the year before entry. For September 2027 entry, the main Entrance Examinations Day is Saturday 7 November 2026 from 9.30am to 3.30pm; results are posted on 2026-11-26; acceptance deadline is 2026-12-07 for Years 8-10 and 2027-03-04 for Year 7. Registrations after the deadline may be considered individually. There are also smaller mid-year entrance exams for some Year 8-10 appl
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About Princethorpe College
Princethorpe College is a co-educational independent school in Rugby, Warwickshire. It has with a sixth form.
Princethorpe College is a selective independent senior school near Rugby. The majority of children join in Year 7, with additional entry to Years 8 to 10 as space allows, and the site also refers to a sixth form.
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Princethorpe College admissions, catchment & how to apply
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement — The school says it welcomes children from a wide variety of state and independent schools in a radius of around thirty miles, including its Foundation prep schools, and welcomes children of all faiths and backgrounds. |
|---|---|
| Register for the test | To be confirmed → 25 Sep 2026 |
| Test date (typical) | 7 Nov 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: Princethorpe College admissions page.
What score does your child need for Princethorpe College?
Princethorpe College 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 Princethorpe College 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 CEM (legacy)-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 Princethorpe College
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 Princethorpe College:
- 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 CEM (legacy) 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.
Princethorpe College past papers & mock tests — your questions answered
Does Princethorpe College publish 11+ past papers?
Princethorpe College does not publish past 11+ papers. CEM-style exams were never released after sitting, and the format mixes short timed sections across English, Verbal Reasoning, Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning. Practice papers in that style — like the free papers on this page — are the closest legitimate alternative.
Are these Princethorpe College 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 Princethorpe College use?
Princethorpe College sits a CEM (legacy)-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 Princethorpe College 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.
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ElevenReady is an independent 11+ preparation service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Princethorpe College. Exam information is believed correct at the time of publishing (last verified 24 Sep 2026) — always confirm details with the school directly.