United Kingdom · Entrance testWhen is the Wirral 11 plus?
The only late registrations accepted are for children who moved to Wirral after the closing date. If your child is unwell on the day, email secondaryplaces@wirral.gov.uk with their name and date of birth to ask about another session.
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1 June 2026, 12 noon | Paper registration forms close |
| 7 June 2026 | Access arrangement requests |
| 17 July 2026 | Access arrangements confirmed |
| End of August 2026 | Test venues confirmed |
| 15 September 2026 | The assessment |
| 31 October 2026 | Secondary school application deadline |
The papers
Two papers on the same day, covering verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and maths. Bring the completed ID form on the day. The council's page doesn't give timings or a score needed.
Applying and free school meals priority
The council says to include at least one grammar school on your application by 31 October. Each school's admissions policy explains how places are allocated, and an oversubscribed school uses other criteria to decide. Some of the non-Catholic grammar schools give priority to children eligible for free school meals, who still need to meet the grammar school standard. Tell the council about any change in circumstances before 31 October.
Sources: Wirral Council. Checked October 2026.
Rules and fees can change, so check the official site before your test.