The Blog
Practical advice for parents navigating the 11+ and entrance-exam journey — one honest post at a time.
11+ Timeline
The 11+ timeline: a calm, month-by-month plan
When to start, registration deadlines, mocks and the final week — the stage-by-stage 11+ timeline I actually use with families.
Read article →Preparing for CAT4
How to prepare for CAT4 (and what to skip)
You can't cram CAT4, but you can stop a capable child underperforming. What genuinely helps, and what to avoid.
Read article →Reading Habits
Reading: your child's secret weapon for the 11+
Reading is the highest-return 11+ prep there is. What to read, how to build the habit, and why it lifts maths too.
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