Pattern Recognition 11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning Practice

Pattern recognition is the foundation of many 11+ visual questions because children need to notice shape changes, shading and repetition quickly.

What children practise in Pattern Recognition

Pattern recognition is the foundation of many 11+ visual questions because children need to notice shape changes, shading and repetition quickly.

Common question formats

  • Shape changes
  • Shading patterns
  • Sequence logic

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Focusing only on colour
  • Missing repeated intervals
  • Not checking the full sequence

Worked examples

If the pattern repeats circle, square, circle, square, what comes next?

Answer: Circle

What matters most in a visual pattern?

Answer: The rule that repeats

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