Introducing Written Addition and Subtraction
Once your child understands tens and units you can introduce adding and subtracting with numbers up to 100 (with answers below 100). Your child should start by using this method for addition before moving on to subtraction. In order
FAQs: Should my child be on more difficult Bond books?
Bond and CGP books are two of the most widely used books for 11+ preparation though there can be a lot of questions, and anxiety, around how to best to use them. We’ve outlined our philosophy for working through these books in a way that helps your child to fulfil their potential as quickly as possible.
How Tutoring Can Help Children in Need of a Challenge
tel: 07871 766937 Teaching According to Ability Rather Than Age We carefully curate our small groups on the basis of ability, rather than age, in order to ensure that your child is grouped with other children that will challenge and inspire them to be the very best they can be. Many of our students […]
Have You Checked that You’re Within the Grammar School Catchment Areas?
Just like state schools, grammar school catchment areas vary by school. It is essential to check the school catchment area before beginning your 11+ preparation to ensure that you are aiming for the right school. For some grammar schools, it is not simply enough for your child to pass the exam, but they have to be in […]
How to Avoid “Over-Tutoring” For The 7+ and 11+
Many years ago, when I was sitting my GCSEs, my year group were half-shocked and half-impressed when a girl in my year memorised all of the answers to her French oral exam. We all knew this wasn’t in the spirit of the exam – we were supposed to be able to speak French somewhat […]