Get your child ready for the Duke of Kent 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 Format to confirm 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 Duke of Kent 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 Duke of Kent School publish 11+ past papers?
Most schools, including Duke of Kent School as far as we know, do not publish full past 11+ papers; some share a familiarisation booklet or sample questions on their admissions page.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 Duke of Kent School admissions page for any familiarisation material the school itself provides.
Free Duke of Kent School practice papers by subject
4 papers for September 2028 entry — one per subject Duke of Kent 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.
Duke of Kent School 11+ Maths practice paper
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Duke of Kent School 11+ English practice paper
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Duke of Kent School 11+ Verbal Reasoning practice paper
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The Duke of Kent School 11+ exam at a glance
| Exam board / format | Format to confirm |
|---|---|
| How it's sat | Computer-based |
| Subjects tested | Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning |
| Location | Cranleigh · Surrey · South East |
| Catchment | The school says it welcomes boys and girls from across Surrey and the surrounding areas. Priority is given to siblings of children already attending, subject to usual entry criteria; following this, places are offered in order of application. |
An adaptive, computer-delivered screen of developed ability — vocabulary, reasoning and mental arithmetic rather than a taught syllabus. It usually decides who is invited to the next stage.
⏱️ Timing: Adaptive and tightly timed on screen — the questions get harder as they go, so pace and confidence matter as much as accuracy.
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Duke of Kent School 11+ key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | 5 Nov 2026 |
The pages only give dates for September 2027 entry: Year 7 assessment day was Thursday 2026-11-05, with further assessments throughout the remainder of the academic year should space be available.
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About Duke of Kent School
Duke of Kent School is a co-educational independent school in Cranleigh, Surrey.
Duke of Kent School is an independent co-educational day school in Surrey. It offers education from Nursery through to GCSE, with main entry points at Reception, Year 3 and Year 7.
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Duke of Kent School admissions, catchment & how to apply
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement — The school says it welcomes boys and girls from across Surrey and the surrounding areas. Priority is given to siblings of children already attending, subject to usual entry criteria; following this, places are offered in order of application. |
|---|---|
| Test date (typical) | 5 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: Duke of Kent School admissions page.
What score does your child need for Duke of Kent School?
Duke of Kent 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 Duke of Kent 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 Format to confirm-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 Duke of Kent 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 Duke of Kent 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 Format to confirm 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.
Duke of Kent School past papers & mock tests — your questions answered
Does Duke of Kent School publish 11+ past papers?
Most schools, including Duke of Kent 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 Duke of Kent 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 Duke of Kent School use?
Duke of Kent School sits a Format to confirm-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 Duke of Kent School mock papers?
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Mock tests for other schools
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ElevenReady is an independent 11+ preparation service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Duke of Kent School. Exam information is believed correct at the time of publishing (last verified 24 Sep 2026) — always confirm details with the school directly.