Our tuition centre in Harrow opens its doors each April until September for 11 plus mock exams practice sessions. Our mock exams attract parents from all over the UK because each mock is uniquely tailored to an individual examining …
We have talked about the importance of reading and the 11+ on this blog in the past, with a number of tips, resources and recommendations for how to encourage even the most reluctant of readers on how to find reading …
What is verbal reasoning? Verbal Reasoning is almost universally used as one of the test papers in the 11+. Like non-verbal reasoning, it is believed to be an effective way of testing a child’s potential, rather than just their learned …
What is non-verbal reasoning? Put simply, non-verbal reasoning (or NVR) tests are designed to assess how well a child can use critical thinking and logic to solve problems, regardless of their grasp of English. The theory behind this is that …
Last week we took a look at some of the key differences between the different types of 11+ tuition that parents may consider for their children. Seeing a child excelling in their studies is a dream for many parents; seeking …
We are often asked whether or not a child needs a tutor in order to pass their 11+. Of course, there are plenty of pupils who will pass their 11+ every year without ever having received formal tuition or having …
“If you are going to get anywhere in life you have to read a lot of books.” – Roald Dahl Yesterday was World Book Day, the annual celebration of authors, books and the love of reading. Celebrations may have been …
Whilst schools are closed we at Eleven Plus Exams are continuing to look for ways to help children make the most of their time indoors and keep their minds engaged. Regardless of whether or not your child will be expected …
The content and difficulty level of 11+ English comprehension exercises can vary considerably. Although most children will have encountered reading comprehensions as a part of the national curriculum, during their 11+ exam they are expected to read and work to …
The return to remote learning With coronavirus cases soaring across the UK, the first week of 2021 has seen a return to many of the challenges of the last year. A six-week lockdown is now underway, with Prime Minister Boris …