Trafford 11+ practice at a glance
Short answer: For 2027 entry the Trafford test is a GL Assessment test of verbal, non-verbal and mathematical reasoning. From 2028 entry FSCE sets a test in KS2 English and maths up to the end of Year 5, and from 2029 entry it moves to the summer term of Year 5.
- 2027 entry
- GL reasoning test, 14 September 2026
- 2028 entry
- FSCE English and maths, September 2027
- 2029 entry onwards
- FSCE, late summer term of Year 5
- Qualifying score (2027 entry)
- 334
These are original Pip materials, not official exam questions. Arrangements can change.
Confirm the current format and dates with the Trafford Grammar School Consortium.
Which Trafford test will my child sit?
The Trafford test changes from 2028 entry. Find your child's current school year in the table.
| Entry to Year 7 | Child is in now (2026 to 2027) | Test sat | Test provider | Subjects |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2027 | Year 6 | September 2026 (start of Year 6) | GL Assessment | Verbal, non-verbal and mathematical reasoning |
| September 2028 | Year 5 | September 2027 (start of Year 6) | FSCE | KS2 English and maths up to the end of Year 5. No verbal or non-verbal reasoning. |
| September 2029 | Year 4 | Late summer term 2028 (end of Year 5) | FSCE | KS2 English and maths up to the end of Year 5 |
| September 2030 | Year 3 | Late summer term 2029 (end of Year 5) | FSCE | KS2 English and maths up to the end of Year 5 |
Read our Trafford 11+ changes guide for a plan by year group. The questions below sample the 2027-entry GL skills.
Later entrants should use the English and maths hubs and the new consortium guidance.
Try four free Trafford 11+ practice questions
These four tasks sample the GL skills used for 2027 entry. Only the maths task is directly useful across both routes; later entrants also need dedicated English practice.
Which word is closest in meaning to meticulous?
Meticulous means taking great care over details. Thorough is the closest option; working quickly is a different idea.
A tank contains 18 litres when it is three fifths full. How many more litres will fill it?
One fifth is 6 litres. Two fifths remain empty, so another 12 litres are needed.
The full capacity is 30 litres, not the amount to add.
Which dot group comes next?
Two dots are added each time, giving eight after six.
Using A = 1, B = 2 and so on, add the letter values. DOG totals 26. What does HEN total?
H = 8, E = 5 and N = 14. Their total is 27.
DOG checks the rule: 4 + 15 + 7 = 26.
Answer the four starter tasks. This score is not an admissions prediction.
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After these tasks, choose one missed skill to practise in Pip. Ask your child to explain the new answer before moving on; remembering the answer here is not the same as learning the method.
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Free Trafford 11+ practice papers by subject
The reasoning hubs below suit the 2027-entry GL route. For 2028 entry onwards, use English and maths resources and the consortium’s FSCE guidance instead of carrying the old reasoning plan forward.
GL Assessment practice papers
A full English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning practice paper
Open practice hub →Free PDF practiceMaths practice papers
Printable maths papers with worked answers
Open practice hub →Free PDF practiceVerbal reasoning papers
Codes, sequences and word reasoning
Open practice hub →Free PDF practiceNon-verbal reasoning papers
Patterns, rotations and spatial reasoning
Open practice hub →What should Trafford 11+ practice cover?
| Practice area | What to work on | Good first step |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal reasoning | Vocabulary, codes and word relationships | Practise meaning as well as speed |
| Numerical reasoning | Number fluency and problem solving | Translate words into a calculation before solving |
| Non-verbal reasoning | Patterns, matrices and sequences | Identify which feature changes |
| Timing | Short sections within two papers | Practise moving on and returning when allowed |
How to use Trafford 11+ practice papers effectively
- Choose the entry year before choosing a pack. The 2027-entry test is GL reasoning; from 2028 entry Trafford moves to FSCE English and maths.
- For the older GL route, distinguish vocabulary from coding and visual rules. Each needs a different explanation when an answer is missed.
- For the FSCE route, prioritise the published KS2 English and maths curriculum coverage and check the consortium’s new familiarisation guidance. Do not assume every FSCE school uses identical papers.
- From 2029 entry, plan around a test in the summer term of Year 5. A routine built around the start of Year 6 would begin too late.
Turn paper practice into a five-minute daily habit
Note the skill behind a missed answer, such as inference, unit conversion or rotation. Choose that topic for the next practice session, then return to a fresh paper question.
Trafford 11+ practice questions: FAQs
Are these official Trafford 11+ questions?+
No. These are original Pip practice questions covering the relevant broad skills.
Pip is not affiliated with the Trafford Grammar School Consortium. Use the official familiarisation material for the exact current instructions.
What should my child practise for the Trafford 11+?+
For 2027 entry the Trafford test is a GL Assessment test of verbal, non-verbal and mathematical reasoning. From 2028 entry FSCE sets a test in KS2 English and maths up to the end of Year 5, and from 2029 entry it moves to the summer term of Year 5.
How should we use Trafford 11+ practice papers?+
Choose the entry year before choosing a pack. The 2027-entry test is GL reasoning; from 2028 entry Trafford moves to FSCE English and maths.
For the older GL route, distinguish vocabulary from coding and visual rules. Each needs a different explanation when an answer is missed.
Does passing the Trafford 11+ guarantee a grammar-school place?+
No. Test qualification and school allocation are separate.
Each school applies its published admissions and oversubscription rules, and parents must complete the required school application.