What does the CEM (Durham University) 11+ test?

CEM (Durham University) 11+ papers usually test English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. Each test chooses its own mix and timings, so check the familiarisation material for the test your child will sit.

Where can I find CEM (Durham University) practice papers?

Start with the familiarisation material from the official CEM (Durham University) website or the admissions page for your child's test, which shows the real papers, timings and answer sheets. On Academy11+ there are 31 timed practice papers in Maths, English, English comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning, and every child gets a free sample paper in each subject.

Is the CEM 11+ still used?

Most areas that used CEM have moved to other providers, such as GL Assessment, and a few schools still use CEM's online tests. CEM is now part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment, so check which provider your test uses now before choosing CEM-style practice.

When should my child start CEM (Durham University) practice papers?

Most children are ready for full timed papers in the second half of Year 5, once they have learnt the question types. Before that, short untimed practice by question type works better. Check the test date on your test's guide and plan back from it.

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CEM (Durham University) 11+ practice papers

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Usual subjects: English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning
Format: Mixed Format
Tests we've checked: None confirmed yet

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A legacy style: most areas that used CEM have moved to other providers. Check which provider your test uses now before choosing CEM-style practice.

Usual subjects: English
Mathematics
Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Format: CEM (Durham University) papers use a mixed format, so check your test's familiarisation material to see which questions are multiple choice and which need a written answer.
Registration: May - July
Good to know: CEM tests are adaptive and include a mix of multiple choice and written questions. They focus on reasoning skills and are used by many grammar schools across the UK.

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How to practise for CEM (Durham University) papers

1. Use the official material
Your test's familiarisation booklet or sample questions show the real papers, timings and answer sheets. Do them first, then again near the test.
2. Learn the question types
Work through English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning one question type at a time, untimed at first, before moving on to full papers.
3. Practise in the right format
CEM (Durham University) papers use a mixed format, so check your test's familiarisation material to see which questions are multiple choice and which need a written answer. In the last few months, do timed papers in that format and go through every mistake together afterwards.

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CEM (Durham University) 11+ questions

What does the CEM (Durham University) 11+ test?: CEM (Durham University) 11+ papers usually test English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. Each test chooses its own mix and timings, so check the familiarisation material for the test your child will sit.
Where can I find CEM (Durham University) practice papers?: Start with the familiarisation material from the official CEM (Durham University) website or the admissions page for your child's test, which shows the real papers, timings and answer sheets. On Academy11+ there are 31 timed practice papers in Maths, English, English comprehension, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning, and every child gets a free sample paper in each subject.
Is the CEM 11+ still used?: Most areas that used CEM have moved to other providers, such as GL Assessment, and a few schools still use CEM's online tests. CEM is now part of Cambridge University Press & Assessment, so check which provider your test uses now before choosing CEM-style practice.
When should my child start CEM (Durham University) practice papers?: Most children are ready for full timed papers in the second half of Year 5, once they have learnt the question types. Before that, short untimed practice by question type works better. Check the test date on your test's guide and plan back from it.

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