Gauging your child’s 11 plus skills

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Here’s our 11 plus practice aptitude skills and how to gauge your child’s 11 plus skills.

What are your child’s 11 plus skills?

So it is vitally important that you gauge your child’s abilities and standing well in advance. In my experience, many parents take a one-size fit all approach to preparation without understanding the genuine educational needs of their children.

You can avoid this mistake by having your child sit a sample 11-plus test to better understand their baseline ability level for each area of the 11-plus. These tests are available online, both free of charge and paid, depending on the format you’re looking for.

11 plus SKILLS GUIDES

These aim to improve your personal 11 plus needs in certain skills: Maths skills; Verbal Reasoning, Non Verbal Reasoning and English skills.

How to improve your reading skills and Comprehension Skills?

When time is limited make use of our very handy 10-minute quizzes,

including a free Ten-Minute Maths Test for 11 Plus and a range of very reasonably priced 10-minute quizzes.

11 plus practice aptitude skills

Many practice papers are specifically for non-verbal reasoning tests, verbal reasoning, GL assessments, etc. It will ensure that a student is well versed, and the chances of getting selected for their dream school also increase.

What is the 11 plus exam?

The 11 plus exam is a selective entrance exam taken by students in Year 6, and it determines whether they can get into the top grammar schools in the UK. The exam usually consists of four sections: English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning. Here are some tips on how to prepare and pass the exam:

  • Start preparing early

It’s essential to start preparing for the exam as early as possible. Most students start preparing for the exam at least a year before they take it. This gives them enough time to cover all the topics in the syllabus thoroughly.

  • Know the 11+ exam format well

Familiarize yourself with the exam format, including the types of questions asked, the time limit for each section, and the scoring system. This will help you to plan your preparation strategy and identify your strengths and weaknesses.

  • Focus on the core 11+ subjects

The exam tests your knowledge of English, Mathematics, and reasoning skills. Ensure that you have a solid foundation in these subjects and practice regularly. You can use textbooks, past papers, and online resources to improve your knowledge and skills.

Practice 11 plus past papers

The School Entrance Tests 11 plus practice papers and Rob Williams Assessment 11 plus past papers will help you learn:

  • the types of 11 plus questions asked and the
  • 11+ format of the exam
  • develop effective 11 plus strategies to answer 11+ questions quickly and accurately.
  • effective 11 plus time management, which is crucial when taking the 11 plus exam in order to answer all the 11 plus questions within the allocated 11+ exam time.
  • Stay calm and focused since the 11 plus exam can be stressful.

It’s essential to stay calm and focused during the exam. So do take 11 plus exam breaks if necessary, and don’t let anxiety affect your performance.

In conclusion, passing the top UK grammar schools’ 11 plus entrance exam requires a lot of preparation, practice, and focus. By following these tips and putting in the effort, you can increase your chances of success.

 

Top FREE PRACTICE 11 plus past papers

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