The History of the 11 Plus Test – Why It Exists and How Club 11 Plus Can Help
Mar 7
If you're a parent researching the best ways to support your child through the 11 Plus test, you might have wondered where this test even came from.
Why do grammar schools exist?
How did the 11 Plus exam become such a key part of secondary school entry in certain areas of the UK?
At Club 11 Plus, we believe understanding the history of the 11 Plus test helps us see why affordable, high-quality preparation is so
important today.
Why Was the 11 Plus Test Created?
The 11 Plus exam was introduced way back in 1944, as part of the Education Act, designed to give all children an equal chance to attend different types of secondary schools based on their abilities. One of those school types was the grammar school – a place focused on academic study, perfect for children who excelled in subjects like maths and English.
At its heart, the 11 Plus test was created to promote fairness. It was meant to spot natural ability, not just reward children from wealthier backgrounds. Sadly, over the years, that's become more difficult.
Why Has the 11 Plus Test Become So Competitive?
Fast forward to today, and the 11 Plus exam is known as one of the most competitive school entrance tests around. Thousands of families hire expensive tutors to help their children prepare for the 11 Plus, hoping to win a place at a top grammar school.
This rising cost of tuition has made it harder for families to get the support they need without spending hundreds – or even thousands – of pounds. And that’s exactly why we created Club 11 Plus.
How Club 11 Plus Levels the Playing Field
At Club 11 Plus, we want to bring back that original idea of fairness. Our affordable online school is designed to give every child the chance to prepare properly for their 11 Plus test without the high price tag.
For just £19.99 per month, your child gets access to hundreds of carefully written lessons and quizzes in all four subjects:
✔️ Maths
✔️ English
✔️ Verbal Reasoning
✔️ Non-Verbal Reasoning
Created by experienced 11 Plus tutors (yes, the boffins behind the screen!), our lessons are fun, supportive, and designed to build confidence in every child. Plus, with our app and desktop options, children can learn anywhere, any time – fitting 11 Plus preparation easily into busy family life.
Want to Learn More?
If you're looking for affordable 11 Plus tuition that takes the stress out of grammar school entry, visit our website today:
https://www.club11plus.co.uk.
Let’s make 11 Plus preparation fair, fun, and available to everyone – just as it was meant to be!
