A Guide to Figurative Language for the 11+ (Similes, Metaphors & More)
In the 11+ English exam, examiners are looking for children who can engage with a text on a deeper level. They want to see a spark of…
Mastering 11+ Cloze Passages: A Step-by-Step Guide
There are few question types in the 11+ English exam that test as many skills simultaneously as the cloze passage. Often seen as a simple…
The Ultimate 11+ Vocabulary List: 100 Must-Know Words
If there is one single skill that can act as a superpower across the entire 11+ English and Verbal Reasoning curriculum, it is a wide and…
Deconstructing the Text: Teaching Your Child to ‘Read Like a Detective’
In the 11+ English exam, children are asked to do more than just read a passage; they are asked to become literary detectives. They need to…
The Top 10 Spelling, Punctuation & Grammar (SPaG) Rules for the 11+
In the 11+ English exam, a strong vocabulary and vivid imagination are essential. But what holds all great writing together? Impeccable…
10 Creative Writing Prompts That Will Inspire Your Child
“Describe your summer holiday”. For many children, a prompt like this is a recipe for a panic-inducing stare at a blank page.…
How to Build Analytical Skills for 11+ Comprehension
“What was the main character’s name?” If only 11+ English Comprehension questions were that simple. In reality, your child…
How to Solve 11+ Multi-Step Word Problems: A Parent’s Guide
“A bus leaves the station with 15 passengers. At the first stop, 7 people get off and 4 get on. At the second stop, a third of the…