05/11/2004
Thousands of pupils sit 11+ exams
Thousands of Northern Ireland school children have sat the first part of this year’s 11+ plus examination.
More than 15,700 primary seven pupils answered a series of questions on English, maths and science on Friday, however today’s figure is a drop in the number of pupils sitting the controversial test.
At present with 24,125 pupils eligible for the test, today's figure represents a 66% turnout - with more girls than boys sitting the tests.
The government still plans to press ahead with plans to abolish the test in 2008 following the release of the Costello Group’s report which was a government-appointed working body set up to suggest alternatives to the current transfer system.
(MB/SP)
More than 15,700 primary seven pupils answered a series of questions on English, maths and science on Friday, however today’s figure is a drop in the number of pupils sitting the controversial test.
At present with 24,125 pupils eligible for the test, today's figure represents a 66% turnout - with more girls than boys sitting the tests.
The government still plans to press ahead with plans to abolish the test in 2008 following the release of the Costello Group’s report which was a government-appointed working body set up to suggest alternatives to the current transfer system.
(MB/SP)
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