Verbal reasoning

11 plus

Year 5

Year 6

See which types of 11+ verbal reasoning questions children find the most challenging. Work through example questions and get tips to help your child prepare. 

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11 plus challenging topics: verbal reasoning

Independent schools

Non-verbal reasoning

If your child is applying to a selective school, you may have heard about CEM Select. 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 CEM Select

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

English

Find out which words should be on your child's 11 plus vocabulary list and get more resources to support their 11 plus exam prep.

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11 plus vocabulary list

Maths

Wellbeing

Board games can help children develop their problem-solving, logic and creativity, all while having fun. Try these top picks for your next family games night!

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Top educational board games

Download these free resources to build your child's knowledge of synonyms and antonyms for 11 plus exams. Includes top exam tips and tricky words to look out for!

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11 plus synonyms and antonyms worksheets

We're sharing as many free downloads and resources as possible to help make 11 plus exam revision a breeze, so you and your child feel fully prepared.

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Free 11 plus worksheets

You've done some research into dyslexia and think your child may be showing some traits. What next? Zara explains how to seek support and ways to help at home.

Dyslexia Deciphered: What works and when to seek specialist help

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Supporting your child with dyslexia

Is your child preparing for 11 plus exams? Are you a bit 'flummoxed' about verbal reasoning? Find out all you need to know to pass the verbal reasoning paper!

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What is verbal reasoning?

There's a lot of info online about dyslexia, but what does it mean for your child? Zara explains what dyslexia is, how to spot the signs, and what to do next.

Dyslexia deciphered: what every parent needs to know

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Dyslexia Deciphered: what parents need to know

Discover everyday ways to boost your child's vocabulary, comprehension and logic. Have fun developing verbal reasoning skills to set them up for success later!

Introducing your child to verbal reasoning

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The definitive guide to 11 plus verbal reasoning. Explore example questions, practice papers and strategies to help your child shine in their verbal reasoning exam.

Verbal reasoning 11 plus exam preparation guide

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11 plus verbal reasoning: exam preparation guide

Is your child preparing for entrance exams? Here are our favourite free verbal reasoning worksheets and practice questions for you to download!

Verbal reasoning

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