What to expect for 11 plus? Like them or loathe them but Venn diagrams are a topic that has come up time and time again in the 11 plus exams and are an important topic for your child to know about. Venn diagrams are widely used in schools to sort data. In business, Venn diagrams […]
How To Choose The Best 11+ Tutor
Preparing for the 11+ is nerve-wracking, especially for those who wish to enter grammar schools. Independent and grammar schools have limited places, and thousands of students will have to compete with each other to fill the places. This is the reason why personal tutors are in high-demand in the market. Agencies and private tutors all […]
What You Need to Know about the 11 Plus Maths Exam
Is your child is taking the 11 Plus exam? Their math skills need to be sharp as it is one of the main subjects that will be tested as part of the assessment process. That’s why knowing what to expect and how to prepare will give them the confidence they need to do well. The […]
What’s the difference between the GL and CEM Assessments?
As a parent, when researching 11 plus exams, you may have come across the terms ‘GL’ and ‘CEM’. What are the GL and CEM? GL and CEM are two different exam boards that are the examiners for the 11+ in the majority of regions where the 11+ is still used. Both boards have a similar […]
Non Verbal Reasoning Exam: What You Need to Know and How to Prepare
For most parents, the Non-Verbal Reasoning section of the 11 Plus Exam is the stuff of nightmares! This section is akin to intelligent tests and some of the questions presented to these 10-year-old pupils can sometimes be a challenge even to adults. What is Non-Verbal Reasoning? Non-verbal reasoning focuses on problem-solving through the use of […]
How to Choose the Right Primary School for Your Child
Choosing a suitable school for your child may well be one of the hardest decisions you’ll have to make as a parent. Where do you even begin? From catchment areas and exam results to OFSTED reports and primary school league tables, there is just so much to get your head around. So much depends […]
An Introduction to Spelling for Kids
During the hustle and the bustle of preparing for the exams, spelling is often forgotten as a vital part of successful exam prep. Good spelling skills are important as they are the foundation of your child’s development. Schools are now making an extra effort to help kids improve on spelling— they introduce phonics, homophones and […]
The Top 6 English Grammar Apps for Kids 4-11
Learning today is easier than ever. With access to tablets, phones, and computers at our fingertips and resources such as e-books, podcasts, and apps; almost all the information needed to ensure our kids hit the ground running is out there. So when and where should you start? We can all be forgiven for getting distracted […]
Homeschooling Vs Public School: The Pros and Cons of a Home Education
As parents, you understand the value of your child’s education. You also know how important it is to select the right type of education for your child. For most people, talking about homeschooling versus public school is like talking to a brick wall – it doesn’t matter how persuasive the argument is or how strong […]
Learning through Interactive apps: 10 benefits to Visual and Kinesthetic Learners
The edtech space has blown up in recent years. Hundreds of amazing apps tailored to different needs and wants have helped make learning more accessible for everyone. (You can read more about some of the educational apps available on the market on our blog.). The likes of iPrompt are creating interactive lessons for autistic children, […]