11+ in Surrey
Surrey itself has few traditional state grammar schools, but many Surrey families target the nearby super-selective grammars in Sutton and Kingston (just over the London border), plus selective independent schools.
Exam board
Mostly bespoke tests at nearby super-selectives (e.g. Sutton & Kingston borders)
Competition
Because Surrey children compete for highly oversubscribed London-border grammars, fields are very strong.
Deadlines
Follow the registration deadlines of the specific Sutton/Kingston grammars you are targeting — typically late June/early July of Year 5.
Parent guide
- Map which London-border grammars are realistically commutable and what each one tests.
- Many Surrey families also prepare for independent-school 11+ and 13+ entry — the core skills overlap.
- Treat the Sutton GL cluster and the Kingston (Tiffin) bespoke tests as separate preparation streams.
We’re adding individual school guides for Surrey. In the meantime, browse all grammar school guides or compare GL vs CEM.
Top tips for Surrey
- Plan test-day travel carefully — September Year 6 weekends fill up with clashing tests.
- Decide early between GL-cluster and bespoke-test targets to focus practice.
FAQs
Are there grammar schools in Surrey?+
Surrey has very few state grammars of its own, so most families aim at the neighbouring Sutton and Kingston grammars or at selective independent schools.
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