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Last-Minute 11+ Revision: Essential Tips and Tricks.
As the clock ticks down to your 11+ exam, the pressure can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry! With the right last-minute revision...

Sarah Perry
Aug 146 min read


The 11plus - How Many Questions You’ll Face and What to Expect!
As your child approaches the 11 Plus exam, nervousness and curiosity often swirl together. It's a crucial stepping stone toward selective...

Sarah Perry
Aug 65 min read


How to Pass the 11 Plus Exam: Essential Tips and Strategies for Success!
The 11 Plus exam is a significant milestone for students and parents, assessing academic abilities and shaping educational paths....

Sarah Perry
Jul 296 min read


Understanding the Priority Score in Birmingham Grammar Schools
What is the Priority Score? The Priority Score is a unique metric used by grammar schools in Birmingham to determine a student's...

Sarah Perry
Jul 214 min read


What Percentage of Pupils Pass the 11 Plus Exam and What It Means for Your Child?
As parents, we all want the best for our children, especially when it comes to their education. The 11 Plus exam often acts as a gateway...

Sarah Perry
Jul 145 min read


11+ Creative Writing – The Iceberg Beneath
When it comes to the 11+ test, few tasks strike fear into the hearts of children (and parents!) quite like creative writing. It might...

Sarah Perry
Jul 114 min read


Why 11+ Creative Writing Matters – And How to Help Your Child Practise at Home
When preparing for the 11+ exam, most parents focus on verbal reasoning, comprehension and maths — and understandably so. But there’s one...

Sarah Perry
Jun 53 min read


Understanding the Role of Education in Personal Growth
Education is like a fun adventure that helps shape who we are, impacts the world around us, and sets the stage for our future. In a world...

Sarah Perry
May 315 min read


What questions should you be asking to find the right tutor?
Before we begin, I will preface this blog post with a reminder; everyone is different. There are always exceptions which prove the rule...

Sarah Perry
Jun 4, 20245 min read


How young is too young?
A question I am asked at least once per week is, "do you think they're too young for online tutoring?" My answer is always the same, "no,...

Sarah Perry
Jun 2, 20245 min read


The most important question I ask in every lesson...
As an online tutor, establishing a good report with my students is crucial. One simple yet effective way to do this is by asking children...

Sarah Perry
Jun 1, 20243 min read
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