Get your child ready for the Al-Burhan Grammar 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 Bespoke test 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 Al-Burhan Grammar 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 Al-Burhan Grammar School publish 11+ past papers?
Most schools, including Al-Burhan Grammar School as far as we know, do not publish full past 11+ papers; some share a familiarisation booklet or sample questions on their admissions page.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.
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Free Al-Burhan Grammar School practice papers by subject
2 papers for September 2028 entry — one per subject Al-Burhan Grammar 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.
Al-Burhan Grammar School 11+ Maths practice paper
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The Al-Burhan Grammar School 11+ exam at a glance
| Exam board / format | Bespoke test |
|---|---|
| Subjects tested | Maths, English |
| Location | Birmingham · West Midlands |
| Catchment | The school says it attracts pupils from Birmingham and the surrounding area, and may also have a place available for a girl whose family is relocating from outside the Birmingham area. |
| Ofsted rating | Outstanding |
This school assesses only Maths and English — Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning aren't tested, so practice focuses there.
⏱️ Timing: Two subjects, so depth in Maths and English matters more than breadth.
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Al-Burhan Grammar School 11+ key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
For Year 7 entry, girls sit the test in Year 6. The school says it has two entrance tests each year, at the beginning of December and the beginning of March. Once documents are received, the school gives a date for an independent assessment test. Results are released within four weeks. The test usually starts at 10am, with arrival aimed for 9.30am, and tests are usually held on a Saturday, though they can be scheduled during school hours if needed.
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About Al-Burhan Grammar School
Al-Burhan Grammar School is a girls independent school in Birmingham for ages 11-16.
Al-Burhan Grammar School admits girls at 11+, with some joining at 12+ and 13+, normally at the beginning of the academic year in September. For Year 7 entry, applicants sit entrance papers in English and Maths.
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Al-Burhan Grammar School admissions, catchment & how to apply
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement — The school says it attracts pupils from Birmingham and the surrounding area, and may also have a place available for a girl whose family is relocating from outside the Birmingham area. |
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| 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: Al-Burhan Grammar School admissions page.
What score does your child need for Al-Burhan Grammar School?
Al-Burhan Grammar 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 Al-Burhan Grammar 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 Bespoke test-style maths, english 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 Al-Burhan Grammar 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 Al-Burhan Grammar 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 Bespoke test paper.
- An adaptive practice programme that spots weak topics, teaches them, and builds a weekly plan up to exam day.
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Al-Burhan Grammar School past papers & mock tests — your questions answered
Does Al-Burhan Grammar School publish 11+ past papers?
Most schools, including Al-Burhan Grammar 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 Al-Burhan Grammar 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 Al-Burhan Grammar School use?
Al-Burhan Grammar School sits a Bespoke test-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. Download a paper for each above.
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