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11+ Admissions

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APPLY FOR 11+ 2026 & 2027 ENTRY

At 11+, admission to Queen's College, London marks the beginning of an exciting and supportive new chapter. We are committed to high academic standards, encouraging pupils to think critically, work with ambition, and develop a genuine love of learning. Equally important is our pastoral care: every child is known and supported as they grow in confidence and independence. Through close partnerships with families, we ensure each pupil feels secure, feels challenged and feels inspired, ready to flourish both academically and personally.

The main point of admission to Queen’s College, London is at 11+, when there is a three-form entry. Applicants come from all over London, from a wide range of both independent prep schools and state primaries. While they are required to meet the same academic standards as other applicants, candidates from Queen’s College Preparatory School follow a different entry procedure. We suggest all applicants attend one of our Open Events before applying. 

Selection Process

Queen's is a member of the London 11+ Consortium and follows its Agreed Code of Practice.

We are a selective school, but not narrowly so. Entry at 11+ is on the basis of an entrance exam (one common exam and mark scheme for all the Consortium schools), an interview and a reference requested from an applicant's current school. Our policy is to offer places on the basis of the whole picture created by these elements, and we look very carefully at all three aspects to gauge a candidate's potential.

Key Dates for 11+ Applicants for 2026

Pupils must be born between 1st September 2014 and 31st
August 2015
Deadline for Registration* 7th November 2025*
Deadline for submitting the Examination Entrance Form: (information will be provided by the Head of Admissions upon application) 10th November 2025
Deadline for Bursary Applications 7th November 2025
11+ Entrance Exam** 28th November, 2nd December*, 4th December 2025
Interviews 5th - 8th January 2026
Offers 13th February 2026
Acceptance Deadline 4th March 2026

* Late registrations for 2026 entry – please contact our Admissions Office for availability

** Exam held at Queen's College, London

Key Dates for 11+ Applicants for 2027 entry*

Pupils must be born between 1st September 2015 and 31st
August 2016
Year 5 Taster Day 29 June 2026
Deadline for Registration Early November 2026
Deadline for submitting the Examination Entrance Form: (information will be provided by the Head of Admissions upon application) Mid-November 2026
Deadline for Bursary Applications Early November 2026
11+ Entrance Exam Late November/Early December 2026
Interviews 4th - 7th January 2027
Offers Mid-February 2027
Acceptance Deadline Early March 2027

*The 11+ Consortium will release the exact key dates for 11+ 2027 entry in early April 2026.

Any admission questions?

If you have any queries about admissions, please do not hesitate to contact our Head of Admissions, Ms Barbara Porter, at admissions@qcl.org.uk or 0207 291 7069 and she will be happy to help.