The Plymouth 11+ Quest Examination

From September 2026, Plymouth’s three grammar schools will use Quest Assessments for English comprehension and mathematics.

The schools are:

English comprehension

The English paper is multiple choice and tests understanding of unfamiliar passages. Candidates need to read accurately, understand vocabulary in context, identify evidence, make inferences and recognise purpose, tone and meaning.

For the September 2026 examination, the published format is 60 questions in 40 minutes.

Mathematics

The mathematics paper is also multiple choice. It tests secure knowledge of the Year 5 curriculum together with reasoning, problem-solving and the ability to apply familiar methods in unfamiliar situations.

For the September 2026 examination, the published format is 60 questions in 40 minutes.

DHSB writing task

Boys applying to Devonport High School for Boys also complete a separate writing task set by the school.