Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus: Exam & Preparation Guide
Wallington County Grammar School uses the Sutton Selective Eligibility Test (SET) followed by a second-stage assessment for candidates who progress. Stage 1 consists of separate Maths and English papers, while Stage 2 assesses written-response Mathematics and English. This guide explains the current test structure, what it means for preparation, and how Learning Street’s bespoke Sutton courses and mock papers can help your child prepare effectively.
Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| School | Wallington County Grammar School |
| Area | London – Sutton |
| Entrance process | Two stages |
| Stage 1 | Sutton Selective Eligibility Test (SET) |
| Stage 1 Paper 1 | Maths – 45 minutes, 50 questions |
| Stage 1 Paper 2 | English – 50 minutes, 34 questions including two comprehension texts |
| Stage 2 | Written-response Mathematics and English |
| Our mocks | Separate Sutton Stage 1 and Stage 2 Mock Exams – Packs 1–4 |
Information and Mock Exam review: The information on this page and Learning Street’s Sutton mock exams are reviewed against the latest reliable information available about the Wallington County Grammar School entrance test.
Learning Street provides separate Stage 1 and Stage 2 mock series so children can prepare for the different response styles used at each stage.
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Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus Exam Format
Wallington County Grammar School uses a two-stage entrance process, with Stage 1 consisting of separate Maths and English SET papers, followed by a Stage 2 assessment using written-response Mathematics and English for candidates who progress.
Stage 1 – Paper 1: Maths
The Stage 1 Maths paper lasts 45 minutes and contains 50 questions.
Children need secure KS2 mathematical knowledge alongside the ability to work accurately through mixed questions within a demanding time limit.
Stage 1 – Paper 2: English
The Stage 1 English paper lasts 50 minutes and contains 34 questions.
The paper includes two comprehension texts, so reading speed, careful interpretation and the ability to compare and understand unfamiliar material are particularly important.
The Sutton SET also places considerable emphasis on vocabulary and technical English, so preparation should develop these skills alongside comprehension.
Stage 2 – Written Mathematics and English
Candidates who progress from the SET are invited to a second-stage assessment.
For Wallington County Grammar School, the Stage 2 test is part of the shared boys’ examination also used by Sutton Grammar School and Wilson’s School.
Stage 2 assesses Mathematics and English using written-response formats rather than multiple-choice papers.
For Mathematics, children need to produce their own answers and work through problems rather than simply select an option.
The English assessment also requires children to produce written responses, so clear written communication, accuracy and the ability to develop an answer independently become increasingly important.
What Does the Wallington County Grammar School Exam Format Mean for Preparation?
Preparation should initially focus on the Maths and English skills needed for the Stage 1 SET while also gradually developing the written-response ability that becomes important at Stage 2.
For Maths, children need secure arithmetic, strong KS2 knowledge and flexible problem-solving skills. They should first learn to solve questions accurately before substantial time pressure is introduced.
For English, preparation should develop reading comprehension, vocabulary and technical English. Because the SET uses two comprehension texts, children also need the stamina and reading speed to process substantial unfamiliar material accurately.
As preparation develops, children should increasingly complete work without answer options so they become comfortable explaining, calculating and recording answers independently before Stage 2.
A sensible progression is literacy and numeracy foundations → English and Maths skills → vocabulary and technical English → accuracy → flexible application → written-response development → revision → timed SET work → Stage 1 mocks → Stage 2 preparation.
Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus Mock Exams and Practice Papers
At Learning Street, we research the known Sutton format, paper length and timings when producing our mocks. We also provide realistic answer sheets, invigilation instructions and guidance on when time should be called so parents can reproduce the practical demands of the test at home as closely as possible.
Stage 1 Sutton Mock Exams
Pack 1 | Pack 2 | Pack 3 | Pack 4
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View the Sutton Stage 1 11 Plus Mock Exam Bundle – Packs 1–4
All four mock exams contain different questions, allowing families to space fresh tests throughout preparation and use later mocks to measure improvement.
Stage 2 Sutton Mock Exams
Please note: the real boys’ Stage 2 is described as written English and Mathematics. Learning Street’s Stage 2 mocks use a 45-minute free-response Maths paper and a Creative Writing paper to provide focused practice in producing independent written responses.
Pack 1 | Pack 2 | Pack 3 | Pack 4
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View the Sutton Stage 2 11 Plus Mock Exam Bundle – Packs 1–4
All four mock exams contain different questions, allowing families to space fresh tests throughout preparation and use later mocks to measure improvement.
Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus Pass Marks
We do not provide one fixed raw practice-paper percentage that should be treated as a permanent Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus pass mark.
Results from our Sutton mocks are best used to measure progress and identify weaker areas in English, Maths, vocabulary, technical English, written responses, timing and exam technique rather than as a direct prediction of an official entrance-test result.
How to Prepare for Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus
Effective preparation should develop secure English and Maths foundations before children rely heavily on complete timed mock papers.
Once individual skills are established, preparation should become progressively more mixed and timed so children learn to identify the correct approach independently while maintaining accuracy.
Maths Preparation
Maths preparation should begin with secure KS2 foundations. Times tables, mental Maths and the four operations should become accurate and reliable before substantial time pressure is introduced.
Children should then progress towards mixed problem-solving questions where they have to decide independently which method is required.
For Stage 2, preparation should increasingly include free-response questions where children need to produce their own answers and show appropriate working rather than select from given options.
English Comprehension Preparation
Stage 1 English includes two comprehension texts, so children need to develop both reading accuracy and stamina.
Preparation should include increasingly demanding unfamiliar passages, with children learning to locate evidence, interpret meaning, understand vocabulary in context and compare information carefully.
Reading speed should improve gradually without sacrificing accuracy.
Vocabulary and Technical English Preparation
Vocabulary and technical English are particularly important in the Sutton SET.
Children should build vocabulary consistently over time and develop secure spelling, punctuation and grammar knowledge.
They should also become comfortable applying these skills within mixed English questions rather than only completing isolated exercises by topic.
Written-Response Preparation
Stage 2 moves away from the multiple-choice style of the SET and requires children to produce their own responses.
In Maths, children should practise setting out calculations and recording answers independently.
For English, children should develop the ability to plan, organise and communicate ideas clearly while maintaining accurate vocabulary, sentence construction, spelling and punctuation.
View the Sutton Stage 1 11 Plus Mock Exam Bundle – Packs 1–4
Which Wallington County Grammar School 11 Plus Course Should You Choose?
Learning Street offers bespoke Sutton SET preparation through our Complete, Enhance and Boost programmes.
These courses focus on Vocabulary Development, English – including comprehension and technical English – and Maths, matching the core skills required for the Sutton SET.
The main Sutton courses are designed principally around preparation for the SET. Children who progress should then add Stage 2-specific written-response preparation rather than assuming the Stage 1 course structure is an exact model of the second-stage assessment.
The most suitable programme mainly depends on how much preparation time remains.
| Preparation time | Learning Street course | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 30–40+ weeks | Complete Sutton (SET) | Our most comprehensive Sutton preparation |
| 15–30 weeks | Enhance Sutton (SET) | A shorter structured Sutton programme |
| 6–15 weeks | Boost Sutton (SET) | Focused Sutton preparation when less time remains |
Complete Sutton (SET) — 30–40+ Weeks
Our Complete 11 Plus Programme – Sutton (SET) is our most comprehensive bespoke Sutton preparation route.
It contains 40 structured parts covering Vocabulary Development, English – including comprehension and technical English – and Maths, alongside more than 50 timed papers and tests.
The programme places additional focus on core skills such as vocabulary development and working accurately in Maths and English.
The Complete 11 Plus Programme – Sutton (SET)
Enhance Sutton (SET) — 15–30 Weeks
Our Enhance Sutton programme provides a shorter 20-part preparation route.
It covers Vocabulary Development, English – including comprehension, vocabulary and technical English – and Maths, and includes more than 35 timed papers and tests.
Enhance is most suitable where there is still enough time for substantial structured preparation but not enough time to work properly through all 40 parts of Complete.
11 Plus Enhance – Sutton (SET)
Boost Sutton (SET) — 6–15 Weeks
Our Boost Sutton programme is the shortest bespoke Sutton preparation route.
It contains 10 intensive parts covering Vocabulary Development, English – including comprehension and technical English – and Maths and includes more than 25 timed papers and tests.
Boost is most suitable where there is insufficient time to work properly through Complete or Enhance but a family still wants structured Sutton-specific preparation.
Starting Earlier?
If your child is still developing the literacy, numeracy and vocabulary foundations needed before dedicated Sutton preparation begins, our primary-school course chooser can help you select an appropriate starting point.
Primary School – Course Chooser for Younger Children
Also Sitting Independent School Exams?
Children also sitting independent-school entrance tests may need additional preparation in subjects or formats beyond the Wallington County Grammar School entrance process.
The courses below are separate supplementary options and should not be interpreted as additional confirmed components of the Sutton entrance tests.
11 Plus Creative Writing Course
11 Plus Maths Stretch and Revision
Current Wallington County Grammar School Admissions Information
Admissions arrangements and entrance-test details can change from year to year. For general guidance on 11 Plus preparation and our courses, use our FAQs below.
