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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

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If your child is applying to a selective school, you may have heard about Cambridge Select Insight. Find out which schools use this online assessment test in their admissions process, the topics assessed and how your child can prepare for success.

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A parents' guide to Cambridge Select Insight (CEM Select)

What is an independent school? How do you apply? And how can you prepare for entrance exams? Atom answers your questions in this complete guide for parents.

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Guide to independent schools

ISEB

Applying to a senior school that uses the ISEB Pre-Test? Learn what to expect and how to set your child up for success! Plus, free resources and sample questions.

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ISEB Common Pre-Test: the ultimate parents' guide

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Eton College: 13 plus entry guide

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Royal Grammar School, Newcastle 11+ entry guide

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RGS Guildford 11+ entry guide

If your child is applying to a British independent school from overseas, they'll likely need to take the UKiset. Learn all about the test and how to prepare here.

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UKiset: what it involves and how to help your child prepare

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King Edward VI High School for Girls 11+ guide

Prepare for 11+ exams with Atom's new feature: unlimited downloadable paper tests. Access unique practice papers for your target schools.

Pictures of some of the downloadable tests from Atom Home

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Unlimited paper tests: live on Atom Home

It can be easy to make mistakes while preparing for the 11 plus. Find out what five common mistakes parents make during their 11+ journey and how to avoid them. 

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5 mistakes parents make during their 11+ journey

Part 2 of our guide to moving to the UK for school. Learn what to expect when applying to British schools, and how to help your child prepare for entrance exams.

Moving to the UK for school: applying to UK schools from overseas

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Applying to UK schools from overseas

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