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11 plus

Help your child complete 11+ answer sheets accurately. Learn key techniques, avoid mistakes, and access free practice tools for exam success.

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How to fill in 11+ answer sheets correctly: a step-by-step guide for parents

Year 5

Independent schools

Year 6

Learn what to expect when your child is taking the CAT4 test, including why schools use it and what their results will mean. See examples of each question type.

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CAT4 test: what it involves and how to prepare

Grammar schools

Learn about grammar schools in your area. Plus, find out what's on your local 11 plus exam, and how to help your child prepare for test day.

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Find your local grammar school

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See the complete list of 300 words Atom recommends your child knows for the 11+. Download a complete 11+ vocabulary list with definitions and examples!

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11+ vocabulary: 300 words your child should know

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Trafford Grammar Schools Consortium 11 plus guide

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Slough Consortium of Grammar Schools 11 plus guide

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The Kent Test (11+) guide

Your complete guide to GL Assessment 11+ exams. Learn about the test structure, question styles, practice papers & how to help your child prepare.

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GL Assessment 11+ exams: all you need to know

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The Bexley Selection Test (11+) guide

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

Preparing for the 11 plus? Find out what makes a good 11 plus score and how standardised scores are calculated.

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What is a good 11 plus score?

Everything you need to know about the best grammar schools in the UK in 2025, including the latest exam results and how to apply for 11 plus entry.

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The best grammar schools in the UK in 2025

Learn which 10 Kent grammar schools rank the highest based on GCSE & A level results – and find out how to prepare your child for 11+ entry.

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The best grammar schools in Kent in 2025

Find out everything you need to know about the ten best grammar schools in London, including exam results, local transport links and how to apply for the 11+.

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The best grammar schools in London in 2025

Your guide to the top 100 independent schools in the UK in 2025. Learn which schools top the league tables and how to apply for entry.

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The top private schools in the UK in 2025

Are you considering a boarding school for your child? Discover top tips for choosing a school and find out more about the best boarding schools in the UK.

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The best boarding schools in the UK in 2025

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)

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

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

Wondering what to expect from the parent interview with your child's potential school? Learn what kinds of questions you're likely to be asked and how to prepare.

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Private school parent interviews

Looking for an up-to-date list of schools that use the ISEB Common Pre-Test as part of their admissions process? Find out which exam your child will take .

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Which schools use the ISEB Common Pre-Test?

Understand the differences between the entrance exams for selective secondary schools, and get resources to help your child prepare.

What's the difference between CEM, GL and ISEB?

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What’s the difference between CEM, GL, Quest & ISEB?

Get ready for Edexcel Maths GCSEs with this ultimate guide. Includes potential grade boundaries, past papers, the exam format and more. 

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Your guide to Edexcel Maths GCSE

Everything you need to know for Edexcel GCSE English Language, including the exam format, past papers, grade boundaries and more.

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Your ultimate guide to Edexcel GCSE English Language

Get ready for OCR Maths GCSE! This guide includes potential grade boundaries, past papers, the exam format and more. 

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Get ready for success: OCR Maths GCSE revision guide 

Here's your guide to Edexcel GCSE English Literature, including: the exam format, potential grade boundaries, past papers and revision tips and more. 

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Your ultimate Edexcel GCSE English Literature exam guide

If you're taking OCR GCSE English Literature, this guide will help you understand: the format of the exam, the potential grade boundaries, where to find past papers and more.

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A complete guide to OCR GCSE English Literature 

Take a look at our guide to AQA GCSE English Literature to find out: the exam format, potential grade boundaries, past papers and revision tips.

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Everything you need to know to ace AQA GCSE English Literature

Get ready to sit OCR GCSE English Language with our complete guide. Includes the format of the exam, OCR past papers, grade boundaries and more.

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A complete guide to OCR GCSE English Language

If your child did not pass the 11 plus and you're wondering what to do, here are practical next steps to take and ways to keep their academic confidence on track.

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How to handle unexpected 11 plus results

A complete guide to AQA Maths GCSE, including the format of the paper, AQA Maths grade boundaries, what examiners are looking for and more!  

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