Online Homework

We have designed bespoke software to run alongside our curriculum. You will be set homework on a daily basis, testing all all 4 areas of the 11 plus. You can see the results instantly and address any gaps. We have…

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What is 11+

The 11+ test, which certain students in England and Northern Ireland take in Year 6 (their final year of primary school), determines whether or not they are qualified to enroll in a grammar school. It has now been adopted in…

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Teach your child the technique for the Pre-Test comprehension tests

A child's comprehension of a text is tested in English comprehension, typically by providing them a text excerpt to read and then asking them questions about it. Although your child will have studied comprehension techniques in school, the Pre-Test calls…

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Structure of the 11+

The test's structure varies depending on the county and the exam board. The English and Mathematics sections are typically administered on separate papers. The format can be either computer-based or a traditional written exam, with some tests using OMR multiple-choice…

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History of the 11+ Exam

The 11+ exam was created by the Butler Education Act of 1944 as part of the Tripartite System. Its original purpose was to determine which type of secondary school a student would attend after primary education: Grammar schools for academic…

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11+ subjects

The four subjects that are tested are (not all schools test all subjects): English Mathematics Verbal Reasoning Non-Verbal Reasoning The examinations are made to evaluate a student's proficiency in subjects that they should have already studied in class by the…

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CEM and GL Assessment

CEM and GL Assessment are the two primary examination boards for the 11+ exam, used for both state grammar schools and independent school pre-tests. CEM: 'Tutor-Proof' and Vocabulary-Focused The CEM exam is often seen as more challenging because it was…

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11+ Exam Scoring

Scoring for the 11+ exam varies by region, but most areas use a technique called "standardised scoring." This method ensures fair comparisons between different groups of students. Some schools or regions may weigh certain subjects more heavily than others. For…

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11+ Exam Preparation

The 11+ can feel intimidating, as it's often the first major exam a child will ever take. The key to success is giving your child a well-rounded education, which will prepare them for the exam's focus on overall ability. The…

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