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The 8+

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wahwahwah · 11/10/2011 15:35

Is there any way of getting my mits on past papers for a specific school or do they use generic ones for 8+ entrance exams?

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Ladymuck · 11/10/2011 16:00

Have you asked the school? Most should be happy to give you an example. If it isn't a formal entry they may just assess the child on the basis of what the class is doing currently.

Agapanthii · 11/10/2011 16:23

I agree with Ladymuck. Ask the school. If they will not let you have a real paper, then they will probably spell out very clearly what is expected of a child at this level for entry to their school. My DC's school gave me a full list that said things like "Tell the time in analogue and digital", "2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11 times tables" etc.

Go ask them, don't be shy!

iloverainbows · 11/10/2011 16:36

My understanding is that for the 8+ they are looking for potential more than what they can actually do. Lets face anyone can teach a child times tables however can they apply them? You could ask the school however I would be very surprised if they give you a paper. They will simply be 'testing' what they should have covered under the national curriculum but will also almost certainly do verbal and non-verbal reasoning. Good luck.

Michaelahpurple · 12/10/2011 22:20

Few schools in London give past papers. Kings Wimbledon has them on its website and Latimer (7+) gives one a peep at the tour. But they all should give detailed curriculum guidance.
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