11 plus

Independent schools

Year 5

Year 6

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

Grammar schools

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

Year 4

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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10 plus (10+) entrance exams: key information and top tips

Test anxiety or exam stress is the worried feeling about taking an exam. Try these tips to reduce anxiety and feel calm! 

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Coping with test anxiety: guide for kids

Success Stories

Applying to a Kent grammar school? Find out why local parent Bella recommends using Atom Home to prepare for the Kent Test.

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Why I recommend using Atom to prepare for the Kent Test (11+)

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King’s College School Wimbledon 11+ entry guide

Your guide to 11 plus creative writing. Find out what examiners are looking for, how to help your child prepare, and join Atom's free creative writing course!

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11 plus creative writing

Support your child to ace 11 plus non-verbal reasoning. Get free non-verbal reasoning resources, including downloadable worksheets and strategies for success.

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Guide to 11+ non-verbal reasoning

Applying to a Kent grammar school? Find out how local parent Ellie used Atom Home to help her son pass the Kent Test and get into his preferred school.

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How our son passed the Kent Test (11+) with Atom

Are you struggling to get to grips with the 11 plus? Atom Learning answers some of the most frequently asked 11 plus questions.

Year 5

Begin your journey with Atom