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Getting your child ready for grammar school goes beyond just acing the 11+ exams

For many Year 6 children (and their parents), there’s a big sigh of relief once the 11+ exams are done. All that hard work has paid off, but now comes the wait to see if they will be accepted into…
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Fun in the sun with a little bit of maths thrown in

Every child is unique, learning in various ways, and engagement often leads to greater motivation and learning. The summer break presents an ideal opportunity for learning in a fun and relaxed…
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Why the Year 6 exams benefit children more than you think

The debate of whether or not Year 6 children should sit SATs has stretched out for over a decade. It doesn’t matter what side of the fence you’re on, everyone involved in the debate always has…
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Primary school years are the most important years of education. Don’t overlook this in lockdown

Having been publishing educational books for Key Stage 2 support and 11-plus preparation for over 20 years, we recognise the importance of primary education and the problems caused for a child who…
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A message to year 5 parents who are preparing for the 11+ exam in lockdown

Our message to you is: Don’t stop! If your child is sitting the 11+ exam this autumn, they need your help now! July is the earliest that year 5 children will return to school, with a chance they…
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Our Founder, Dr Stephen Curran’s quotes in the Telegraph – Will homeschooling spell disaster for a generation?

As schools stay shut, Judith Woods talks to parents struggling to cope and experts who fear long-term consequences By Judith Woods 25th April 2020 Homeschooling is a challenge for many parents. But…
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How are you going to support your children’s education during the school closures?

Follow our advice for a happy home during the school closures. You can do this! This is probably going to be the most complicated time for most of us to juggle family life. Not only will your…
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Paving the way for a smooth 11 plus

Where to start? If your child is expecting to take the 11+ exam in the next year or two, you are probably wondering how best you can support them. Where and when do you start the journey? And what…
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Homework – again?!

Most of us can remember that sinking feeling, thinking of the homework still to be done after school, and often following an already taxing day. Homework is unlikely to have been the highlight of our …
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