If your child is preparing for a grammar school entrance exam, you have probably seen the words Verbal Reasoning on the syllabus and wondered what on earth it actually means. Verbal Reasoning is essentially the ability to understand and reason using words. The 11+ tests it because grammar schools want to see how well aContinue reading “What is Verbal Reasoning and why does my child need it for the 11+?”
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When should you start preparing for the 11+?
It is one of the most common questions I get from parents in Milton Keynes. The answer depends on your child, but here is what I have found works well after years of supporting families through the process. Most children benefit from starting preparation around Year 4, so roughly 12 to 18 months before theContinue reading “When should you start preparing for the 11+?”
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