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Years 4–5Everything Your Child Needs To Succeed
Everything for the GL 11+ and Kent Test — strategy guides, 5,000+ practice questions and full timed mocks, structured so 20–30 focused minutes a day covers every subject in good time.
GL-aligned question bank
Every question mirrors real GL formats, wording and difficulty.
Real exam-format mocks
Timed Kent Test simulations with standardised score reports.
Weekly parent reports
Know exactly what to practise next, every single week.
Covers all four subjects
Maths, English, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, all in one plan.
Available resources
Every kind of practice, one place — everything included in the free trial.
Exam Strategy Guides
Time management and advanced question-handling techniques for the GL 11+ — 30+ guides.
Try it in the free trialReasoning Video Library
Verbal, non-verbal and spatial reasoning explained step by step — 200+ lessons.
Try it in the free trialWeekly Practice Sheets
Fresh GL-style practice released every week to keep momentum — 150+ sheets.
Try it in the free trialTopic Quizzes
Instant-feedback quizzes across every 11+ topic — 5,000+ questions.
Try it in the free trialKent Test Mock Papers
Full timed simulations with detailed score breakdowns and answer walkthroughs.
Try it in the free trialVocabulary Games
Daily word-power games that grow the vocabulary the 11+ demands.
Try it in the free trialEvery 11+ subject, covered
GL-aligned coverage across all four exam subjects — spin the dial to see what's inside.
Your child
at the centre
English
Mathematics
Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal & Spatial
Your child
at the centre
English
Mathematics
Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal & Spatial
Comprehension & writing
Comprehension technique for fiction, non-fiction and poetry.
Grammar, punctuation and spelling to 11+ standard.
The rich vocabulary that GL papers consistently reward.
Creative writing structure for the composition section.
Your 11+ training week
20–30 focused minutes a day — every subject covered by Sunday.
Mon
Verbal reasoning setTue
Maths drill + quizWed
Comprehension practiceThu
Non-verbal setFri
Vocabulary gamesSat
Timed mini-mockSun
Rest — fresh for MondayMon
Verbal reasoning setTue
Maths drill + quizWed
Comprehension practiceThu
Non-verbal setFri
Vocabulary gamesSat
Timed mini-mockSun
Rest — fresh for MondayYour Learning Journey
Six steps that take your child from first lesson to exam-day confidence.
Achieve
Track progress, hit milestones and walk into the exam prepared.
Practice
Timed mock papers and review sharpen technique and confidence.
Learn
Guided lessons and worksheets build understanding step by step.
Plan
A tailored study path built around your timeline and target exams.
Assess
A short diagnostic pinpoints strengths and the gaps to focus on first.
Discover
We get to know your goals, current level and where you want to be.
Practice resources for every 11+ subject
A growing collection of free worksheets, verbal and non-verbal reasoning puzzles and practice papers — built to match the real 11+ exam format and boost exam-day confidence.
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Comprehension, vocabulary and creative writing tasks matched to the 11+ exam style.
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Arithmetic and problem-solving questions that build speed and accuracy under timed conditions.
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Word-based puzzles and codes that sharpen logical thinking and language skills.
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Shape, pattern and sequence puzzles that build spatial awareness and visual logic.
Challenges We Solve
Every 11+ journey hits the same hurdles. We pair expert teaching with smart technology to turn each challenge into a clear, confident step forward.
CHALLENGES
Exam Nerves
Knowledge Gaps
Low Motivation
Poor Time Management
Inconsistent Practice
SOLUTIONS
Timed mock exams build familiarity and calm under pressure.
Diagnostic assessments pinpoint and target weak areas.
Gamified lessons and rewards keep learning fun and engaging.
Structured study plans and progress tracking keep pace on track.
Daily bite-sized exercises build lasting study habits.
Exam technique & a taster
Four habits that add marks — and a real GL-style question to try right now.
Answer Every Question
Skill · 6 tips
Roughly 30 Seconds A Question
Skill · 6 tips
Eliminate Before You Choose
Skill · 6 tips
Little And Often
Skill · 6 tips
Answer Every Question
Skill
tips
Answer every question.
Never leave blanks.
Read carefully before choosing.
Eliminate unlikely answers.
Trust your first instinct.
Check your answer if time allows.
Exam-style example
If unsure, which two of four options would you eliminate first — and why?
Think it through — walk through it with a tutor in your next session
A Parent's Guide to 11+ Prep
Steady, informed support through the exam year.
Managing exam nerves
Your calm is contagious — so is your worry.
Children pick up on parental stress faster than we realise. Keep conversations about the exam matter-of-fact, and save your own worries for a friend or partner, not your child.
Choosing the right schools
Fit matters more than prestige.
Visit open days together and ask your child what they noticed. A school where they'll thrive day-to-day beats a higher-ranked one that's a poor fit for their personality.
Reading mock exam results
One paper is a snapshot, not a verdict.
A dip after a tired week or a bad morning is normal. Look at the trend over several mocks, not any single score, and discuss what to practise rather than what went wrong.
Protecting downtime
Burnout costs more marks than an extra hour of practice gains.
Keep hobbies, sport and friendships running through the exam year. A rested, well-rounded child concentrates better than an exhausted one who's done nothing but practice papers.
Handling playground comparisons
Other children's practice schedules aren't your business.
It's easy to panic hearing what other families are doing. Focus on your own child's progress checks and pace — comparison rarely reflects the full picture anyway.
Preparing for exam day itself
Logistics calm nerves more than last-minute revision.
Know the route, the start time and what to bring well in advance. A relaxed, unhurried morning does more for performance than any extra practice paper the night before.
Managing exam nerves
Your calm is contagious — so is your worry.
Children pick up on parental stress faster than we realise. Keep conversations about the exam matter-of-fact, and save your own worries for a friend or partner, not your child.
Choosing the right schools
Fit matters more than prestige.
Visit open days together and ask your child what they noticed. A school where they'll thrive day-to-day beats a higher-ranked one that's a poor fit for their personality.
Reading mock exam results
One paper is a snapshot, not a verdict.
A dip after a tired week or a bad morning is normal. Look at the trend over several mocks, not any single score, and discuss what to practise rather than what went wrong.
Protecting downtime
Burnout costs more marks than an extra hour of practice gains.
Keep hobbies, sport and friendships running through the exam year. A rested, well-rounded child concentrates better than an exhausted one who's done nothing but practice papers.
Handling playground comparisons
Other children's practice schedules aren't your business.
It's easy to panic hearing what other families are doing. Focus on your own child's progress checks and pace — comparison rarely reflects the full picture anyway.
Preparing for exam day itself
Logistics calm nerves more than last-minute revision.
Know the route, the start time and what to bring well in advance. A relaxed, unhurried morning does more for performance than any extra practice paper the night before.
11+ Exam Overview
What each paper tests, when it's sat, and how it's marked.
English
Comprehension, inference and a rich working vocabulary
Time: Sept, Year 6
Format: Multiple choice (GL)
Maths
Arithmetic fluency, reasoning and multi-step problem-solving
Time: Sept, Year 6
Format: Multiple choice (GL)
Verbal Reasoning
Word codes, analogies and logical word relationships
Time: Sept, Year 6
Format: Multiple choice (GL)
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Shape sequences, rotations and spatial pattern-spotting
Time: Sept, Year 6
Format: Multiple choice (GL)
Key facts
Who sits it
Children at the start of Year 6 applying for grammar or selective school places.
How it's scored
Standardised scores adjust for age in months, so every child is compared fairly.
No negative marking
Every question is worth attempting — a guess never costs marks.
The next step
Most families sit one or more mock exams in the months leading up to September.
Success Stories
Real results from families in the thick of 11+ prep.
Sophie's mum
Verified parentHer mock scores went up every single month.
We started mocks in Year 5 and honestly I was nervous about the pressure. But seeing steady improvement each month gave Sophie real confidence going into September.
Oliver
Year 6 studentThe timed papers stopped feeling scary.
At first the clock freaked me out. After a few weeks of practice papers I stopped panicking and just got on with it.
Emily's dad
Verified parentWe finally knew which schools to apply for.
The tutors were honest about where she stood, not just encouraging. That honesty helped us pick realistic schools instead of guessing.
Thomas
Year 5 studentVerbal reasoning finally clicked.
The code tricks made sense once someone actually explained the pattern instead of just giving me more questions.
Lucy's mum
Verified parentNo last-minute cramming, no meltdown.
Because we started properly in Year 5, September never felt like a scramble. She walked in calm, which mattered more than any extra practice paper.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our comprehensive 11+ preparation programme.
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More ways we can help — guided tutoring and the other year groups.
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