Reading School — 11+ Year 7 entry & how to prepare

Reading, Berkshire · Boys · Ofsted Outstanding (2023) · 150 Year 7 places · Attainment 8 83 (2025)

The test

FSCE entrance assessment — Future Stories Community Enterprise.

Paper-based, applying KS2 knowledge to the end of Year 5 — questions may draw on ANY KS2 subject, including science and general knowledge. Format deliberately changes each year; must reach the standard in every element.

How to apply

Register with the school March–May of Year 5 — the earliest deadline of any school here. Main test in July of Year 5 (out-of-catchment sitting in September).

Preparation

Because FSCE questions can draw on any KS2 subject, this is the only school practice here that deliberately mixes in science and general knowledge. FSCE publishes familiarisation guides only — no past papers exist and it designs against coaching. Broad knowledge, wide reading and calm exam craft are the honest prep.

Common questions

What test does Reading School use for Year 7 entry?

FSCE entrance assessment (Future Stories Community Enterprise). Paper-based, applying KS2 knowledge to the end of Year 5 — questions may draw on ANY KS2 subject, including science and general knowledge. Format deliberately changes each year; must reach the standard in every element.

How do you apply to Reading School?

Register with the school March–May of Year 5 — the earliest deadline of any school here. Main test in July of Year 5 (out-of-catchment sitting in September).

Is preparation allowed for Reading School?

Because FSCE questions can draw on any KS2 subject, this is the only school practice here that deliberately mixes in science and general knowledge. FSCE publishes familiarisation guides only — no past papers exist and it designs against coaching. Broad knowledge, wide reading and calm exam craft are the honest prep.

School details last checked 2026-07. Always confirm on the school's own admissions page before applying.