11 plus

Parent-approved tips to start the school year strong and prepare your child for 11+ success with calm, consistent routines.

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Back to school: top tips from parents who’ve been through the 11+ 

Independent schools

Is your child taking Quest Part 2? Discover what’s tested in Puzzles & Problem-Solving and Creative Comprehension, plus 10 expert tips to build key skills for senior school entrance exams.

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Cracking Quest Part 2: Puzzles & Problem-Solving and Creative Comprehension

Is your child preparing for Quest Admissions Part 1? Discover what to expect in the English, maths, and reasoning sections, plus expert tips to support their preparation for senior school entrance exams.



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Inside Quest Admissions Part 1: What to Expect in English, Maths & Reasoning

Discover how daily reading builds your child’s confidence, supports 11+ success, and becomes a simple, powerful habit that lasts a lifetime.

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Little and often: using reading to boost your child’s confidence and future

Year 5

A term-by-term guide to Year 5 for selective school applicants. Support your child’s 11+ prep with expert tips, timelines, and targeted resources.

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A term-by-term guide to Year 5 if you're applying to selective schools

Grammar schools

Did your child take the 11 plus in September 2025? Find out when you can expect their 11 plus results and what happens next. 

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11 plus results 2025

Keep 11+ prep stress-free this summer with 6 simple hacks to stay on track. Easy, low-pressure tips to support learning while enjoying the holidays.

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11+ prep hacks for over the summer holidays

Success Stories

We sat down with Atom user, Naureen, to talk about how her daughter, Esha, aced the West Midlands Grammar Schools’ Entrance Test and how she used Atom Learning to help her. 

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How Atom helped my daughter pass the West Midlands Grammar Schools’ Entrance Test

Year 6

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Parents Celebrate 11+ Success as Atom Helps Secure Top School Offers

Not sure where to start with 11+ revision? Learn how baseline tests can guide your child’s study plan, track progress, and build confidence — with expert advice on timing and next steps.

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11+ baseline tests: why they matter for 11+ success

In this interview, Peter tells us about how Atom Home helped both his daughters pass the 11 plus and his experience with the Kent Test.

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From practice to success: Our journey to passing the Kent Test  (11+) with Atom

Preparing for multiple 11+ exams? Discover how to manage different formats, stay organised, and help your child feel confident across every paper.

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How to prepare for multiple 11+ exams

Wondering if you’re on track with 11+ prep this summer? Here are 5 simple signs you’re getting it right and keeping the balance just right.

11 plus

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