The 11+ dresses simple arithmetic in words. The method: underline numbers, name the operation chain BEFORE calculating, sanity-check the answer against the story.
What 11+ word problems questions cover
At 11+ level, word problems means multi-step worded questions across all four operations. Our free worksheet library grades every topic across four tiers — Foundation, Developing, Secure and Greater Depth — so a child can enter at their level and climb.
How to use the worksheets
- Diagnose: one Secure-tier sheet, unaided. Score under 70%? Drop a tier. Over 90%? Climb one.
- Little and often: 15–20 minutes daily beats a weekend marathon — retention lives in the gaps between sessions.
- Review errors out loud: the child explains what went wrong; you resist explaining first. Self-diagnosis sticks.
- Fold into mocks: once a topic hits Greater Depth, let full timed mock papers keep it warm rather than more isolated drilling.
Download free word problems worksheets
Every word problems worksheet — with Answer Keys and OMR sheets — is free in our worksheet library under the Maths tab. No card, no email wall. For exam-style application, the mock library and free papers hub carry the same topic inside full papers.