You need to try it and see the difference in your child's 11+ tests!!! 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 They ran out of time again. Here's what that's actually telling you. Your child sits down. The paper starts. Forty minutes later – time's up – and questions 20 to 25 are either rushed or blank. You ask them why. They say "I didn't have time." 🤷‍♀️🤷 But here's what most parents miss: running out of time is not a time problem. It's a topic problem. When a child slows down mid-paper, it's because they've hit something they're not confident in. They re-read the question. They second-guess. They freeze for thirty seconds. Those seconds add up. The question they're stuck on is the clue. 🙆‍♀️ Here's one simple thing you can do this week: Sit across your child during a practice paper. Don't help. Just watch. Notice where they slow down. Where they go back and re-read. Where the pen stops moving. Write that topic down. Do it across three papers. You'll almost always see the same topic come up again and again. That topic? That's where you go back to basics. Not more papers but basics of that topic. The core concept, explained simply, until it clicks. Then good, focused work on that topic followed by a topic test. Speed follows confidence. Always.🚅 😎 If you're not sure how to identify those gaps or what to do once you find them, I have a tool on my website that could help. P.S: Read about or English and Maths Revision Bootcamps on our website

Model Timetable- Make it Yours! https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VIAJv3yB94i0R6xyvoJ17eTGhEzteyzhMyPvvoCSdDk/edit?usp=sharing It includes • School day timetable • Holiday timetable • More intensive summer / pre-test timetable Please do use it as a guide rather than a strict rule. Every child is different, so feel free to tweak it to suit your child and your family rhythm. Strategies for at-home 11+ Also, if you haven’t already joined my email list, here is my 10 Best Strategies for At-Home 11+ Prep guide which many parents have found helpful https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/2VorN9iLwNeFAtNG8BVU Hope both help. Let me know if you have any questions.

As you are a month into preparing your child for the 11 Plus exam, I want to share some insights on why tuition alone may not suffice to ensure success. Today, I will be hosting a webinar at 7pm to discuss this topic in detail. I will also share links that will help you do this in real-time. Click here to register for the webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Why Tuition Isn’t Enough While tuition provides a solid foundation by covering the core subjects and skills tested in the 11 Plus, it often focuses on a general curriculum that may not address individual weaknesses or foster the depth of understanding needed to excel. It’s essential to supplement tuition with additional strategies to give your child the best chance of success. The Role of Extra Work Consistent practice is crucial in the journey towards passing the 11 Plus. Here are some reasons why extra practice can make the difference. - Tailored Learning: Extra practice allows for customised study plans that target your child’s specific areas of improvement. - Confidence Building: Familiarity with the exam format and types of questions can significantly boost a child’s confidence. - Skill Enhancement: Regular practice helps refine problem-solving skills and time management, both critical for the exam. Recommended Resources To support your child beyond tuition, consider utilising the following resources: - Workbooks and Practice Papers: These provide targeted exercises in verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, mathematics, and English. - Online Platforms: Websites like Bond Online, BOFA and Atom Learning offer interactive exercises and mock tests. - Study Groups: Encouraging your child to join study groups can foster peer learning and motivation. - Educational Apps: Apps like Quizlet can make learning more engaging and accessible. I’ll be covering more about these resources and how to effectively integrate them into your child’s study routine in today’s webinar.