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Make reading exciting again! Learn five ways to improve your child’s reading skills, build their vocabulary and boost their standardised reading score - paving the way for exam success.

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5 ways to engage your child with reading

11 plus

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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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Coming soon: unlimited paper tests on Atom Home

Celebrate 2024's learning milestones with Atom! Over 72M questions answered, 665K mock tests completed, and 1M hours of engaging study. Discover more.

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A Year of Learning on Atom: 2024 in Review

CEM 11 plus exams have changed. Get up-to-date info on what CEM is used for now, the test structure, question styles and how to help your child prepare.

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CEM 11 plus exam guide

ISEB

Here are our top tips to spot any signs of anxiety if they arise, and how to support your child to feel calm and confident for their upcoming exams.


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How to help your child manage test anxiety

Free downloadable, printable winter worksheets for children aged 7–11. Practice multiplication & division with these fun, festive activities!

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Christmas worksheets: maths

Staying motivated to study during the holidays can be hard, here are some tips to keep your child focused during the Christmas holidays. 

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Studying during the Christmas Period

Studying during the Christmas period

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

Thinking about registering your child for 11+ entry to Thomas's College? Learn about the entry process, what your child will be tested on, and how to prepare.

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Thomas's College 11+ guide

Here are Bright Light Education's top tips for captivating creative writing. These skills will be useful for writing exams or simply writing for fun!

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6 ways to write with suspense and tension

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

Wondering what your child could be asked to write about in their 11 plus exam? Here's a list of topics that have been used in real-life entrance exam papers. This is a guest post from Bright Light Education.

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11 plus creative writing topics

Thinking about applying for an independent school with 10+ entry? This guide is here to help you understand 10+ admissions and what's on the entrance exam.

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