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What do I need to know about the 11+ exam

by Anita Naik

The 11+ exam, often called the "11-plus," is an entrance assessment typically undertaken at the start of Year 6, commonly in September. This exam assesses a student's aptitude for academic study and is the basis for possible acceptance into a grammar school.

Timeline for the 11+ exam

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5 revision methods to try

by Anita Naik

With revision season comes a range of revision methods that go beyond note-taking. Here are five of the best that help with retention, memorisation and retrieval.

Spaced repetition

Spaced repetition is a learning technique that involves reviewing material at increasing intervals of time. The ide...

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How to support your child's GCSE revision

by Anita Naik

Many parents want to help during exam periods but walk the line between encouragement and stepping back, unsure of how best to assist. It's a challenge, given that GCSEs have changed a fair bit in the last ten years.

For example, critical changes to the Maths GCSE include a greater emphasis on pro...

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How to prepare for GCSEs 2024

by Anita Naik

GCSE exams across all exam boards take place during May and June 2024. The first exam starts on 9 May 2024, and the final exam is due on 19 June. With 12 weeks left, here's how to get your exam prep and revision into full swing.

Manage revision anxiety

Procrastinating about revision, worrying ab...

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Everything you need to know about applying to Oxbridge

by Anita Naik

Are you thinking of applying to Oxbridge next year? If so, here's everything you need to know about when to use pre-admission tests and the interview process.

Oxbridge refers to the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge, which receive approximately 40,000 applications yearly for unde...

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