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Class size - does it matter?
Logic would tell us that the smaller the class size, and the more individual attention that pupils receive, then the better their chances...
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Nov 13, 20191 min
Bucks 11-plus test error 'not sufficient grounds' for Grammar school appeals
Parents have been told that an error on the 11-plus test in Buckinghamshire is not going to be sufficient enough to warrant an appeal if...
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headstart11plus
Oct 31, 20191 min
Best and Worst schools in Buckinghamshire (2019) Revealed
The school tables for 2019 have been revealed and it is no surprise to see that a number of the Grammar schools in Bucks have come out on...
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Oct 22, 20191 min
How to choose the best 11-plus tutor
A very similar article to one we wrote last year regarding how to chose the best 11 plus tutor for your child. It is interesting to see...
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Oct 12, 20191 min
Should children born in the summer have their test scores adjusted?
The 11+ is already age-adjusted as they recognise the impact that being born in the summer months can have on a pupils performance in...
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Oct 6, 20191 min
What have GL Assessment and The Bucks Grammar Schools decided about the 2019 11+?
Following on from the mistakes made on the 11+ test taken by pupils this year, GL Assessment have issued an apology for the error and...
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Jun 29, 20193 min
11+ Tuition: should I look for one-to-one or group based tuition?
Is one-to-one or group based tuition best for your child?
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Jun 19, 20192 min
Should Buckinghamshire keep the 11+?
Arguments take place every year as to whether the 11+ should still exist. Our blog puts forward arguments for and against removing the 11+
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Jun 8, 20192 min
What to do if my child does not pass the 11+? The appeals process.
Knowing what to do if your child does not pass the 11+ can be confusing. Our guide helps explain the appeals process for you
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May 29, 20191 min
What is the pass mark for the 11+? Explained!
Have you ever wondered how the pass mark for the 11+ is calculated?
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May 18, 20192 min
What books should my child be reading in preparation for the 11+?
Reading is one of the most important indicators of a child's success in the 11+. Read more to see what books your child should be reading.
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May 11, 20192 min
Tips to help your child prepare for the 11+ at home
Tips to help your child prepare for the 11+ at home. A few ideas of how you can assist your child to develop the skills needed for the 11+.
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Apr 23, 20192 min
What help does my child get from their primary school when preparing for the 11+?
Your child receives little guidance from their primary school in relation to the 11+. Read on to find out how you can help them.
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Apr 14, 20193 min
Which 11+ tutor should I send my child to?
Deciding which 11+ tutor to send you child to is a big decision. This blog outlines the questions to ask and things to look for when looking
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Apr 7, 20192 min
When should my child begin 11+ tuition?
How long should my child spending preparing for the 11+? You may think'more is better', but with the 11+ this is not the case.
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Mar 31, 20192 min
Why should I get an 11+ tutor for my child?
Deciding whether or not to get an 11+ tutor for your child is a tough decision. Outlined in this blog are reasons for and against.
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Mar 24, 20192 min
What does my child need to know for the 11+?
Do you know what your child needs to know in order to pass the 11+? This blog outlines what they will be tested on.
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Mar 18, 20191 min
How does the 11+ work in Buckinghamshire?
This blog outlines how the 11+ in Buckinghamshire works, including testing procedures and time frames.
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