Innovative assessment since 1904

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Who we are

T he Independent Schools Examinations Board (ISEB) provides the most well-known and respected examinations and assessments for pupils transitioning from prep and junior schools to senior schools in the UK, designing and setting the Common Entrance assessments, and the online, adaptive ISEB Pre-Tests. Used by the UK's leading schools, our assessments are designed to help pupils demonstrate their potential across a wide range of subjects at 11+ and 13+. We also offer the innovative ISEB Project Qualification (iPQ), a programme for schools that focuses on pupil-led, project-based learning.

Explore: ISEB Pre-Tests for Families

Information for parents and guardians with a child preparing for the ISEB Pre-Tests, the online admissions tests used by leading senior schools at 11+.

Go to: Pre-Tests for Families

Explore: ISEB Pre-Tests for Invigilation Centres

Information for schools and test venues acting as invigilation centres for the ISEB Pre-Tests, the online admissions test used by leading senior schools at 11+.

Go to: Pre-Tests for Invigilation Centres

Explore: ISEB Pre-Tests for Senior Schools

Information for senior schools working with, or looking to work with, the ISEB Pre-Tests, the leading online 11+ admissions tests.

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Celebrating 120 Years

ISEB is celebrating 120 years at the heart of the independent education sector this academic year, 2023-24, find out how we are marking the occasion and how you can get involved below.

Leading the way
+520,000

Examination papers taken by candidates in the last 5 years.

+620

Prep, junior and senior schools who have used our examinations.

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Countries around the world in which pupils have sat our examinations.

INFORMATION, SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE

Visit our dedicated support hubs for information, guidance and advice on our examinations and assessments, tailored to schools, teachers and families.

Assessments & Qualifications

TRUSTED ASSESSMENTS FOR ADMISSIONS AND BEYOND

W e provide a suite of robust assessments, supported by world-leading academic research and designed to support pupils with their transition to senior school. Whether they are at an independent, international or state school and whatever their background, culture or experience, our easy-to-use Common Entrance (CE) and Common Pre-Tests (CPT) examinations provide an opportunity for all pupils to show their potential, and our ISEB Project Qualification (iPQ) encourages pupils to explore and communicate their personal interests through self-defined and pupil-led projects. Through our website, in-person and online events and industry connections, we now provide more information to support schools, teachers, pupils and families with preparation and development than ever before.

Latest News

Common Entrance, Teachers, Schools, Shop, Assessments 13 March 2024

Summer 2024 Advance Order – Coming Soon

The Advance Order for the Summer 2024 CE 13+ and CASE papers will open soon. Read on for key dates and information about the upcoming Summer 2024 Advance Order schedule.

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iPQ, Awards, Common Pre-Tests 20 February 2024

ISEB recognised in Global Excellence Awards 2023

ISEB has been recognised as part of the Global Excellence Awards 2023 as the Most Innovative School Examinations & Assessment Organisation – UK. Now in its seventh year, the LUX

Schools, Families Hub 19 February 2024

ISEB launches Creative Writing Competition for schools

Schools can now enter their pupils aged 7-16 into ISEB’s innovative creative writing competition, Time to Write; visit write.iseb.co.uk for more information! The exciting tech-led competition, delivered in partnership with

Common Pre-Tests, Families, Families Hub 14 February 2024

How Can I Help My Child Develop Their Non-Verbal Reasoning Skills?

What is non-verbal reasoning? Non-verbal reasoning (NVR) refers to the ability to analyse visual information, such as pictures, diagrams, and graphs, and solve problems using visual reasoning. Nurturing your child’s

Common Entrance, Schools, Assessments, Entrance Assessments 09 February 2024

Registration for the CASE Summer 2024 exam session is now open

Schools can now register candidates for the Summer 2024 CASE exam session. Visit the CASE Registration Area within the Schools Hub on the ISEB Website to complete your registration. Registration

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