How to Register for Kent 11 Plus 2026

If you want your child to sit the Kent Test, you have to register them first. It is a simple step, but it has a strict deadline, and missing it can mean missing the test altogether. This guide explains the Kent 11 plus registration 2026 dates in plain words, shows you how to register, and tells you what happens next. 

Kent 11 plus registration 2026: all the key dates

Here are the dates you need for the 2026 Kent Test. This round is for children in Year 5 right now, who hope to start secondary school in September 2027. Put these dates somewhere you will see them.

Test dates can sometimes move by a day or two, so always double-check the exact day on the official Kent County Council website before September. 

Who can register for the 2026 Kent Test?

Your child can register for the 2026 Kent Test if they are in Year 5 now and were born between 1st September 2015 and 31st August 2016. These children will sit the test in September 2026 and, if they qualify, can start Year 7 at a Kent grammar school in September 2027.

Here is a quick checklist to see if registering is the right step for your family:

• Your child is currently in Year 5 and in the right age group.

• You want to apply for at least one grammar school in Kent.

• Your child is working at or above the expected level for their age.

• Your child is comfortable with timed tests, or is happy to practise them.

If your child is older or younger than the usual age group but is still expected to move to secondary school in September 2027, you cannot register online. Instead, email the Kent admissions team and they will send you a separate form.

Important things to know before you register for Kent Test 

A few simple facts can save you a lot of stress later. Here is what every Kent parent should understand before registration day.

• Only register if you really mean to apply. Every year, some children are registered but do not turn up. This wastes places and resources. Only register if you plan to apply to a Kent grammar school.

• The test is for Kent grammar schools only. It does not count for Medway, Bexley or Bromley. Those have their own separate tests and deadlines.

• Living outside Kent is fine. Children from outside Kent can register and sit the test, but some schools give priority to the highest scores, so the bar can be higher.

• The test is genuinely hard. It is designed for about the top 25% of children, so good, steady preparation makes a real difference.

• You only sit it once. One test covers every Kent grammar school you apply to.

How to register for the Kent Test, step by step

Registering is quick and free. You do it all online. In Kent, parents must register their own child, even if your child goes to a Kent primary school. The school does not do it for you, and registration is not automatic. Here is exactly how it works.

1. Go to the official Kent website

Visit official website from 1st June 2026. Always use the official council website so your details are safe.

2. Create an account or log in

You will need to set up a simple account with your email address. Use an email you check often, because this is where your child's results will be sent in October.

3. Fill in your child's details

Enter your child's full name, date of birth, home address and current primary school. Take your time and check everything is spelled correctly before you move on.

4. Submit before the deadline

Send the form before midnight on 1st July 2026. You should get an email to confirm it went through. If you do not see one, check your junk folder and contact the admissions team to be safe.

5. Keep your confirmation

Save or print the confirmation email and note the test dates in your diary. That is it. Your child is now registered for the Kent Test.

What happens after you register

Once you have registered, you do not need to do anything else for the test itself until September. Here is what to expect.

If your child goes to a Kent primary school, they will usually sit the test in their own school on a weekday in early September 2026. This is nice because it is a familiar place with familiar faces. If your child does not go to a Kent primary school, they will be invited to sit the test at a Kent grammar school over the following weekend.

The results are sent to parents on 15th October 2026. If you gave an email address when you registered, the result is emailed to you on that day. The result tells you whether your child has been assessed as suitable for grammar school.

Passing the test is not the final step. You still need to apply for a secondary school place by filling in the Secondary Common Application Form and listing the schools you want, in order. The deadline for this is 31st October 2026. You then find out which school your child has been offered on National Offer Day, which is 1st March 2027.

Final thoughts

Kent Test registration is one of the simplest, yet most important, steps in your child's journey to a grammar school place. The form takes minutes to complete, but the deadline is strict. So the moment registration opens on 1st June 2026, get it done. That single action keeps every door open for September 2027.

After that, preparation is what makes the difference. Steady practice, the right support and a calm, confident child on test day are what turn a registration into a result.

At Pass 11 Plus Grammar, we support children preparing for the Kent Test and grammar school entrance exams across the UK. Whether your child is in Year 4 and beginning their preparation journey, or in Year 6 and looking for intensive revision before September, we offer programmes tailored to their current stage and learning needs.