What Gardening Taught Me About 11+ Prep
My wife and I have recently moved house, so we've been out and about visiting over the last few weekends, going to some new, local garden centres to see what's on offer. On…
How to get your child ready for the test
How to get your child ready for the test For parents who are trying to get to grips with what's involved in the eleven-plus, the whole process can be a daunting task, especially…
Thinking of quitting the 11+? Read this
Thinking of quitting the 11+? Read this If you're like the majority of parents you've got too much to do and not enough time to do it all in. So sometimes (or a…
No, that’s not what I meant
No, that's not what I meant One of the biggest challenges faced by children preparing for their eleven-plus is learning a wide enough vocabulary so they're not left high and dry in the…
How to help your child to stop comparing themselves to others
This topic is something which covers more than just the eleven-plus since this could help your child feel a lot more happy and settled inside, and that's got to be good. "And what…
Does Your Child Find Their 11+ Work Challenging? GOOD!
The 11+ IS meant to be challenging. Here's why One of the fascinating aspects of being eleven-plus tutors is my wife and I have the opportunity to speak with parents of children across…
Potential VAT on School Fees Sparks Concern Among Families
Whether or not you're considering an independent education for your child, this issue has the potential to impact and quite possibly REDUCE your child's chances of securing a grammar school place. In a…
The Impending VAT on Private School Fees: A Concern for Parents
The Labour Party's recent pledge to impose VAT on private school fees has sparked a significant discussion among parents, educators, and policymakers. As an eleven-plus entrance test tutor for British Private Independent Schools,…
Knowing What to Quit and When: Balancing Hobbies and 11+ Test Preparation
A tale of two families Family One One November a few years ago I was contacted by some parents who had been following me on Facebook for a few months to ask about…
How will VAT affect your child’s school place?
VAT on Private School Fees I'm sure you've seen the recent proposals by the Labour Party that if (or is it when?) they are asked to form the next government they will aim…