Contents

Must read site before anything else 3

Schedule for child to prepare for exam 3
English VR Syllabus/Topic 5
Comprehension- 5
Some useful links 10
Creative Writing 10
Useful links 13
Some creative writing points: 14
Topics from past papers: 14
These are topics that have come up on past 11+ papers around the country 14
Typical Essay Titles 16
Marking Scheme Sample from a website: 17
English grammar 18
Verbal reasoning 20
Information collected from groups 21
VR Syllabus/Topics 22
*Non-verbal reasoning * 24
NVR Syllabus/Topics 24
NVR infor collected from groups 25
NVR/VR Videos 25
Numeracy 28
Numeracy syllabus/Topics 28
Expereinced patrent on test packs 30
Numeracy Revision Links 30
What to do with Word Problems 31
year wise Assessments 49
*Last leg of journey * 49
Papers and CSSE papers 49
Magazines 50
Mock 50
• 51
https://www.toplevels.co.uk/11-mathematics-past-exam-papers/ 51
Interview questions 52
Audible books 53
11 Plus Book 53
Reading list 53
Animals 53
Spooky/Mystery 54
Humour 54
Historical 55
Fantasy 56
Adventure/Action 57
Well-loved Authors 58
From Facebook Tutor post 59
From Facebook Tutor post 2 61
From Facebook Tutor post 3 61
From Facebook – Shakespeare material for 11 plus 62
From Facebook Tutor post 4 64
InterView Questions 76
Music Scholarship 78
Pvt School Bursaries 78
What to take in Exams 78
Post results 80

Must read site before anything else

ElevenPlusExams.co.uk This gives insights into subjects/topics, exams types, schools, standardised marking, samples , links to samples papers in past

Rest of the document is suggestive and not to be taken as it is . Please use your ways to verify etc etc…

Best of Luck

Thx, Aarti Padia

General Material website: https://www.broomfield.essex.sch.uk/year-5-6/?fbclid=IwAR3UUdbHtDFQYw3r8Hp4QbblI4wSgKjh4yJ5vfZ3CY0yOe-JlA-EbF_rk1A

https://m.facebook.com/groups/11plusjourney/permalink/1746733685511451/?anchor_composer=false

Experienced parent: https://keystagejourney.blogspot.com/2021/03/Year5Books.html

Creative writing

Parents who wish to encourage their children's creative writing further should look instead at websites, including publishinghouse.me.uk and poemhunter.com, where children
can upload and publish their writing online free of charge and get feedback from their peers, Ms Millard suggests.

Reputable national writing competitions are also worth looking into. Parents will find a list of those available for both child and adult writers on the National Literacy Trust
website, literacytrust.org.uk.

Schedule for child to prepare for exam

https://www.the11plusjourney.co.uk/2020/08/schedule-your-childs-day-to-prepare-for.html?fbclid=IwAR1zr5YPHG2SNYuIuUASfr_qICjqso3CXu0ozwvEQZKStFMHb9tuhvb-
PdE&m=1

My humble opinion

I find this question being asked in every forum I have been to . Most of the parents ask as they are new to system n some because they are curious abt others n want to
compare . There are some who want to take responses as benchmark and aim for child to study that mang hours as minimum n May be add couple more to it .
As per me , poster should share following to get a better response :

1. share their timetable as starter

2. Why does poster want to know - curiosity, help toward timetable and use as benchmark ?

3. Child ability

4. Focus areas

Timetable / routine will vary a lot . The problem with sharing this information is that people are responding don’t always make fully aware of :

1. Child abilities

2. How sound is child basics

3. Child willingness to study

4. Support parents n tutors guidance

5. Target schools

6. Current school independent vs state

7. How much child is picking up from school

8. Most importantly what other means n ways child is learning

Hence the responses becomes non-comprehensible

I am aware that Year 4 children studying 4-5 hours a week and year 5 studying 2 hrs a day n mocks etc etc

Not to mention 2/3 Tutions!!

Also some parents have been doing things since reception and they omit to mention the routine they have been having since early years as numeracy n literacy May all be
set in their routines and they don’t see this as chore anymore !
Beware as some parents will say they are doing nothing because they are

not doing any thing = not using 11 plus stamped books

but will somehow forget to mention that school homework n Tutions are all towards strengthening child numeracy n literacy ( which essentially is 11 plus)

Some areas in Uk or certain schools have fierce competition!! Every variation means different timetable n routine

English VR Syllabus/Topic

Comprehension-
1. How to answer correctly n what’s wrong n right - linkythinks comprehension book gives you that guidance..
2. I then used inference n fact finding by first past the post ( fptp) to strengthen child basics n then went to refer linkythinks again to enforce the book as that’s the way
answer are expected in my son’s school n 11 plus

3. I have then used Schofield sims ks2 1/2 to apply those basics

4. Done rsl 8+ ( again gives you loads of guidance of why answer is right, what’s wrong , why)

By this time child should be confident with basics n time to introduce to next level

5. I m now planning to start poetry ( letts11+) n studying myself

6. Fptp all Comp books, rsl 11 + n cgp stretch 5/6 will be aim in next one year or more..

I don’t find bond assessment helpful to teach my child but can be used to practise but comprehension stand alone I have heard is good

I read daily (5/6 times a week) got 35-45 min since he is in reception. More when he was little as loved picture books
Some useful links

1. http://www.southend11plus.uk/# Comprehension tips

2. https://11plustutorsinessex.co.uk/11-plus-comprehension-tips/
3. https://www.femketuition.co.uk/
4. https://www.rsleducational.co.uk
5. https://www.linkythinks.com/blog/5-easy-ways-to-support-creative-writing-at-home
6. https://www.bellevaleprimary.co.uk/first-news/
7. There are supporting sites u can buy subscription for like bond and CGP onlime , atom learning , piacademy , bofa, chucra etc

Creative Writing

I think creative writing is a vast topic. It’s quite important to understand creative writing is application of grammar , punctuation , writers tool ( similar mattphor etc etc)
good vocab, sentence structure n all that knowledge children pick up in literacy various topics . I struggled a lot n it took me time to figure out basics on how to start tbh.

You need to introduce creative writing in very subtle way and start with few sentences on a topic / picture , applying uplevelling techniques etc to build child confidence.
Paragraph , writers techniques like simile n all then introduced will keep progress going

It will come slowly n start shaping up as child learn other things . You know it all start to fit in with practise n time .. as they get maturer n with additional support , children
get the hang of it ..

You need to break it down on following :

1. Basics - to understand ingredients like sentence structure , grammar punctuation, good vocab n fronted adverbial , phrases snd up levelling sentences. So far I have
found best material for up levelling in website twinkl

2. Then it’s quite important to understand different types of creative writing n if there is particular types of questions come in ur preferred / targeted school

3.And don’t forget abt marking scheme . How is writing marked will help you understand what aspect of writing is to be stressed about.
Sources /books:

1. Linkythinks- has words wheels , creative writing book which are brilliant n covers character building kind of stuff

2. Descripitasaurs which everybody has mentioned here is for description writing , character building

3.. There are other aspects of creative writing n rsl creative writing books covers all types in detail

4. Please note different types of creative writing has formats , word mats ( words to use in particular scenarios/topics ) etc n I found twinkl has one of best materiel at very
cheap membership n you can download a lot from there as they are printer friendly.. it’s all allowed as it’s online membership used by schools , teachers n parents . I
absolutely loved the way it made my life easy as child could pick up words suiting that style n setting n helps to build initial confidence ..

5. There is exsmpaperplus creative writing book for £59 but has 590 pages worth of material is highly rated ( site has over 30 pages to sample)

Examples of creative writing

1. There is stardust n pobble365 websites which gives you example of creative writing

2. There is first past the point creative writing examples book for you to see what the good answers look like..

3. RSl website has such good material on creative writing for free

4.Richard gray crystal tuitions has his creative writing posts n examples for you to read n understand...

Free online videos and help on Facebook

1. There are loads of videos here hosted by alexander( linky thinks n Robert lomax( rsl) and Victoria ( tutoress), Nkem ivera n others which you must listen to if you
can ..
2. Free sample creative writing examples – rsl, crystal tutions and BbC 500 , pobble 365

Remember context n story flow is critical to score good marks . So child maturity , reading books, exposure to emotions and different settings play such a important
part in effective writing

How much creative words- length?

Useful links
https://www.11plusguide.com/11-plus-subjects/11-plus-creative-writing/
https://www.rsleducational.co.uk/11-plus-creative-writing/

Websites for example : https://www.pobble365.com/

BBC 360 or something like that also has good creative samples

Like: The auburn-brown leaves pirouetted like graceful ballerinas from the brittle branches to the grassy ground, each a colourful flag without strings or a pole, dancing
through in the cool, calm air. The lush-green grass had now been transformed into a crispy carpet of golden-yellow and scarlet-red that crunched under the paws of the swift
squirrels and the claws of the majestic magpies. The sun slowly slinked off behind slate-grey clouds to give the naked trees their privacy as dusk drew inevitably closer to
mark the inception of the early evening.

Some creative writing points:

- Write the date and the heading

- generate a quick idea of a beginning, middle and an end

- describe the character

- describe the scene

- use interesting verbs

- use 3 similies

- use 3 metaphors

- use 3 personifications

- use your senses

- use the 5 senses

- double-check punctuation, grammar and spellings

Topics from past papers:

These are topics that have come up on past 11+ papers around the country , with a few additional titles contributed by our 11+ Forum members:
● A place that inspires you

● Your favourite day out

● Place I would like to visit for a holiday.

● It’s a Mystery

● Memories of a school year

● My Favourite Meal

● No Place like home

● Is Jamie Oliver’s new school dinners a good idea?

● What makes a good friend?

● Describe the scene and the activities at a bus station.

● A busy place

● Simply the best (perhaps, describe a teacher who is the best and has inspired you)

● Doing something exciting or achieving something (’the best day of my life was . . . ’)

● Looking after a pet

● A New Toy

● The Queue

● Taking a holiday

● Visiting Relatives

● Having an adventure

● Time for a change

● Eye witness

● Dear Diary...

● Endangered Creatures... (give an example of one and describe them)

● Being in a city or in the countryside

● Being lost, scared or alone

● A surprising spy

● Break time at school

● Write a story about a lost key

● Is life too hectic to enjoy fully?

● My favourite memories

● A farewell party

● An attempted robbery

● It was a while before I realised my cat could talk

● A day in the life of a CAT...

● Moving Houses

● I don’t know what that noise was …..

● A biography of...

● The new pupils

● The storm

● The Burglary

● My Brilliant Idea

● This is what I had been waiting for...

● The Balloon

● The school rules

● Panic

● What are your reactions to discipline? How far is it necessary both at home and at school?
 ● How does the life of your generation differ from that of your grandparents?

● Discuss the good and bad effects of competition in modern life

● Is life too hectic to enjoy fully?

● Travelling to an unknown place...

Typical Essay Titles

Dulwich College, London

1. I prefer Winter to Spring
2. The door and what was behind it
3. The prince of Darkness is a Gentleman
4. Ash on an old man’s sleeve

Emanuel College, London

1. My hobby
2. Write a story that begins with the words, I had been waiting for such a long time for this to happen...
3. Write a description of someone you admire. (You may choose someone you actually know, or someone you have never met. Describe them and explain why you
admire them.)

Merchant Taylor School, Northwood, London:

1. Write a story with Alone as the title, where you suddenly realise that you are on your own. It may be true or entirely made up, but it should include your thoughts and
feelings as well as what happened.
2. Write a story (true or made up) about a visit you make to some relations of your own.
3. Write a letter to a cousin inviting him to stay with you. You should try and interest him in some of the varied and unusual activities he can take part in.
4. Describe a situation which you have experienced which might also be called A Magical Moment, showing what your thoughts and feelings are.
5. Write a clear description of an animal you know well. Make sure you describe what it does and how it behaves as well as what it looks like.

Whitgift
1. Write a story in which the following are used in some way...”Africa” “A Key” “A Mystery”
2. Write an essay about a time when you overcame a difficulty or conquered a fear
3. Your School is running a letter writing competition based on food. All you have to do is write a letter addressed to a celebrity, a family member, a politician or anyone
else you can think of, and let them know of your passion for food. You could write about:
 4. Something that you really enjoy eating
5. Recalling a meal that made a big positive impression on you
6. Why food is important for education
7. The influences of culture on food
8. Why you enjoy food technology lessons or one particular lesson on a food related environmental or ethical issue
9. An environmental or ethical issue concerning the production of food
10. Why you prefer home cooked food to eating out
11. The life story of the ingredients of a particular dish

Marking Scheme Sample from a website:

https://csse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/ECW-Sample-Mark-Scheme.pdf
English grammar
For grammar

1. Cgp or Schofield n sims has study book which explains topic n gives practise question
I found both useful to teach child and Once we are done with study books level 4-6 in next 6 or more months My aim is to start cgp assessment n then switch to different
publications like bond fptp n exampaperplus etc … I am being advised for first aid grammar too - I need to check that out ..

1.grammar - Schofield full bundle of grammar and skills

2. Cgp to practise

3. First past the post

4 for mastery or topics which help in VR and Comprehensions as well there are two books Like Haydn Richards and The Illustrated First Aid in English . either of it is fine,
don’t need both

General Link:

Grammar - https://www.liveworksheets.com/worksheets/en
Compound Sentences https://spcollege.libguides.com/c.php?g=254288&p=1695263

https://www.twinkl.co.uk/teaching-wiki/i-saw-a-wabub

https://www.lowther.cumbria.sch.uk/literacy-shed-packs-and-video-links/

https://www.literacyshed.com/the-images-shed.html?fbclid=IwAR3AQme7VhczI-QOL4mXZKf8s2IgMKlDCsGBS8DCDFQBXZ9gNb2l6hBJYGo

https://www.lowther.cumbria.sch.uk/literacy-shed-packs-and-video-links/

https://ingridsundberg.com/2014/02/04/the-color-thesaurus/

http://freebrians.blogspot.com/2020/12/ks2ks3gcse-being-there.html

SOAP creative writing - https://youtu.be/jhtzLKvtiWw

English SPaG Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPdCfu57I_JI3AXXXpopNakDc-S1v8i4Z

Overall PlayList- Thomas 11 plus tutoring - https://youtube.com/channel/UCpZK62x7DiHv44ZbdtWKosQ

Schoefield Sims Skills Answer Books –

https://issuu.com/schofieldsims/docs/english_skills_1_answers/16?ff&hideShareButton=true

https://issuu.com/schofieldsims/docs/mental_arithmetic_4_answers/2?ff&hideShareButton=true
*English *vocab *
1. Reading books mainly

2. But cgp , first past the post n various free material floating on so many sites like the tutoress

3. Google high frequency words for vr and 1plys guide and elevenplusexams site has list

Vocabulary links
https://www.11plusguide.com/11-plus-subjects/11-plus-vocabulary-list/

http://www.11plusquiz.co.uk/synonyms-quiz

http://www.11plusquiz.co.uk/antonyms-quiz

https://images.app.goo.gl/rRikxhwUTJpXW8RK9

https://www.eslbuzz.com/200-common-english-idioms-and-phrases-with-their-meaning/

https://www.the11plusjourney.co.uk/2020/10/mastering-11-vocabulary-books-apps.html

Vocab videos - https://youtube.com/c/Kinlearning

Overall PlayList- Thomas 11 plus tutoring - https://youtube.com/channel/UCpZK62x7DiHv44ZbdtWKosQ

Verbal reasoning

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 1 -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tn_j9iDU51A

11 Plus Exams Verbal Reasoning Type 2- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=swFo5AGMBcA

11 Plus Exams Verbal Reasoning Type 3 -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZlqKH9anPMM

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning - Type 4 -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bbdcvd2-Po

11 Plus Exams Verbal Reasoning Type 5- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShkCcSX0aWQ

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 6- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L032xM-fRSY

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 7- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MGkInElPQs

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 8- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vNo0CBomYyM

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 9- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMvPwNM-nqM

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 10-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VUgiABY1Uuw&t=46s

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 11- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIb0LKwU8Jk

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 12- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5oPo-38S4iM

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 13- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8DyrhHQGB9M

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 14- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8AaXzHHKhw

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 15 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pt9Q6Up5e8A

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 16- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B0IYAXkO7Ao

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 17- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQmtC4wDuDE

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 18- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mT-4IgsFMA

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 19- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZkBpIAy62k

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 20- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hB_nfCK8YeQ

11 Plus Verbal Reasoning Type 21- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XWnhMU9OJAY

Information collected from groups

1. choose either Susan Sugartree or Ae full series n learn techniques first

2. For practice you can chose same publication practise books or cgp gl n cem are good too

3. There are further books like cloze specifically from cgp so highly recommend that

4. There is another recommended author Chris Pearson I think for vr but not bought books yet n people say he has few things which are not covered in books above ...

http://www.englishdaily626.com/cloze_passages.php?037
https://piacademy.co.uk/11-plus-verbal/11-plus-verbal-reasoning-maths-practice-paper-12/ - It has few different problems

VR Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPdCfu57I_JJiaFcsgUvm7p5twoRKJ46t
VR Syllabus/Topics
*Non-verbal reasoning *
NVR Syllabus/Topics
NVR infor collected from groups

For those kids who are struggling NVR topics, buy this item which will be useful to your kids in many ways to picturize the NVR shapes in kids minds & to do practices before
attempting the NVR question - https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B01LY5ZTBJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

1. Start from Ae study books to teach technique but would highly recommend to do geometry first else you would find it hard n child might struggle too ...

2. Schofield n sims books are awesome

3. Cgp good from 9-10 okish , 10-11 is very good

4. Ae books for practise are tough of what I’m seeing from posts , I don’t have it so can’t comment ...

5.11plusgenie and chucra aa free video on all topics

NVR/VR Videos
• http://www.11plusgenie.com/non-verbal-reasoning-folding-nets-into-cubes/

• Youtube

• Chucra
11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning - NVR Type 1 Complete the series

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUANtj4WIS8&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 2: Odd one out

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSBOr1To6Bk&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=2

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 3: Figure Analogies

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KcOvxyG6M8M&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=3

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 4: Complete the figure

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=St5B0BwNb_I&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=4

1 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 5: Figure rotations

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Guz_OYumIPM&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=5

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 6: Figure matrix

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0p31nic8oI&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=6

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 8: Mirror images

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KxR0JaDnns&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=7

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 9: Common characteristics

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gzglmQeP2Qs&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=8

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning - NVR Type 10: Detection of hidden figure

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsZRvoTBshg&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=9

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning - NVR Type 13 Plans and elevations

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fP0HKQWWGBs&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=10

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 15: Nets of cubes (Part 1)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOM9HUizZDQ&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=11

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 15: Nets of cubes (Part 2)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viUlFf4_kj0&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=12
11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 15: Nets of cubes (Part 3)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0iPiSq-01I&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=13

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning – NVR Type 16: Figure Analysis (hole punching and paper cutting)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4e7c3XHhWAc&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=14

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning - NVR Type 17: Grouping of identical figures

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-a5TSeOihK8&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=15

11 Plus Non-verbal Reasoning - NVR Type 18: Clock movement

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ctcW6-0RYg&list=PLzsVPkMUxEahweNuTPWqpJl3xVurb1o5x&index=16

Other:- Nvr videos - http://www.achieve2day.co.uk/nvr_videos/?fbclid=IwAR2vBR3SBB0coiimK6Y4KDktGbjUlUtjYSTlf0MkQBnDKQm_KRdUrJN0jhM

Nvr - https://youtu.be/9sAJ9l7LtME

NVR Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPdCfu57I_JKxlv_dBhWLrITfWa8WvMQG

NVR Videos https://youtu.be/awRn7EE0SFA

Paper folding videos( may not be in english)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m7B8yqgjnlo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qegq57z-Wdc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q0TyLf2UzqI
Numeracy
Numeracy syllabus/Topics

1. Ae vs Peter robson - chose Ae due to content ann detail . Both topic coverage wise books equal to be honest
2. Fraction - I chose Schofield n sim fraction 4/5/6

3. For geometry - Ae n internet

4. Algebra - Ae is good

5. Basic operations , lcm , speed etc etc - Ae books , various sites n Google

6. YouTube is good for explaining geometry concepts

7. Mental arithmetic - Schofield n sims come highly recommended but doing whole books is so damn boring !!

GCSE level book for practise :

Expereinced patrent on test packs
For Maths, my recommendation would be: Follow the teaching syllabus as indicated by AE books.

Once the syllabus is done start with the below:

1. Mock tests from Bond series Schofield and Sims.> > GL assessment> CGP> Mock tests from AE pack if these are sold by AE for children who do not attend the tuition.

Most critically note down what your child scored in each of these tests in a spreadsheet. Along with noting down, give child a second chance after short break. Let child correct it and then if
it is hard go through the concept and help child correct. Strive to correct the mistake on the same day. It will boost confidence in the child and help sleep with confidence.

Once a particular series of mocks is finished, go over the ones where the child struggled. Repeat those papers. Move to next series and complete the pattern.

When you are at this stage in the journey, you will clearly see areas where child struggled clearly and you will have to then get innovative as to how you will get your child to master that
topic.

Follow fptp books then to cover that particular area. Repeat the exercises from AE for that particular topic. Or may be study those topics again and again and again..... Get to this stage and I
am sure child will be scoring above 85% comfortably.

Numeracy Revision Links

1. https://www.nlcsmaths.com/maths-challenge.html
2. http://www.ukmt.org.uk/competitions/solo/junior-mathematical-challenge/archive/2004
3. https://resilienteducator.com/classroom-resources/10-tricks-for-doing-fast-math/
4. https://www.drfrostmaths.com/
5. http://www.11plusquiz.co.uk/math-quiz
6. https://nrich.maths.org/summingconsecutive/solution
7. https://unmarked-potential-2676.ck.page/1c509d4468?fbclid=IwAR3E_FQ1SdM0ZlNf5wZnRyBXG_bzMC1t0pJD-RYf2YLeUEJwNur7lcDmLD0
8. https://www.secondaryentrance.co.uk/free-resources.php?fbclid=IwAR118Et3s0PtiGrtNIuaT261OuI6xtThmOXV-ycVrN_ZwbavVguG7QuNSx4
9. https://thirdspacelearning.com/blog/maths-challenges-ks2/
10. Khan Academy -https://www.khanacademy.orgEspecially good for maths and computing for all ages but other subjects at Secondary level. Note this uses the U.S.
grade system but it's mostly common material.
11. https://mathspanda.com/UKMT.html
12. https://www.toppr.com/ask/question/how-many-squares-are-there-in-the-following/
13. https://hamptonschool.org.uk/academic/departments/maths/maths-wizard/
14. https://www.dadsworksheets.com/?fbclid=IwAR3r13mqx2-AMdhizhyV4Lg9IMy9CRiFlLE4sQHXQIyF9rpygvRXJZj6ils
15. https://www.mathinenglish.com/worksheetsorderofoperations.php
16. Maths Tips and Tricks - https://youtube.com/channel/UCLQqHP1Pb7WaMgpJgmh_D-w
17. Numeracy Playlist - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPdCfu57I_JJWkf0Jp1qQN8_NScLjvO7A
18. Overall PlayList- Thomas 11 plus tutoring - https://youtube.com/channel/UCpZK62x7DiHv44ZbdtWKosQ
 19. https://www.cimt.org.uk/projects/mepres/primary/y4int/index.htm

Schofield and Sims Mental Arithmetic book Answers link

https://issuu.com/schofieldsims/docs/mental_arithmetic_5_answers/2?ff&hideShareButton=true

https://issuu.com/schofieldsims/docs/mental_arithmetic_6_answers/2?ff&hideShareButton=true

https://issuu.com/schofieldsims/docs/mental_arithmetic_4_answers/2?ff&hideShareButton=true

https://issuu.com/schofieldsims/docs/mental_arithmetic_3_answers/2?ff&hideShareButton=true

What to do with Word Problems

Ae books will have word problems as starting point . You can use twinkl n k5worksheets - https://m.k5learning.com/free-math-worksheets. Advanced level - first past the post

AE publications have three types in bundle , mainly focussed on MCQ pattern of exams like CEM. However the maths and vocab prep from AE will be helpful for any 11plus
overall.

(A)Workbooks - during teaching - anyway most 11plus tutors use these to teach. you can avoid to buy these if already have tutors for your child. If you self tutor, you might
need this to build your classes.

(B)Testbooks - assessment based on workbook (useful for daily or weekly practice) .

And then

(C)Testpack papers - these are the most useful for practice towards end of preparation at each level. These are available for CEM and GL separately.

If you are starting to prepare, try few TestBooks first at appropriate level and use test papers later.

Maths Activities

Here are a few online activities to remind you about different aspects of maths. You don’t have to do all of them.

Fractions
http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/fractions/simplifyingfractions/factsheet.shtml

http://www.kidsolr.com/math/fractions.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/fractions/simplifyingfractions/quiz.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/fractions/comparingfractions/flash2.shtml

http://www.freewebs.com/weddell/equivalent.swf

http://pbskids.org/cyberchase/games/equivalentfractions/index.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/quizengine?quiz=fractions&templateStyle=maths

Decimals
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/number/decimals/read1.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/decimals/introductiontodecimals/factsheet.shtml

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/phase4_20030829/Mathematics/Keystage2/Numbers/Anintroductiont/Introduction/MainSessionPart3.htm
http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/decimals/usingdecimals/quiz.shtml

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/phase4_20030829/Mathematics/Keystage2/Numbers/Anintroductiont/Introduction/MainSessionPart4.htm

Percentages

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/ngfl/maths/caerphilly/percentages/eng/percentages.htm

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/number/percentages/read1.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/raw/money/express_unit_percentages/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/percentages/introduction/factsheet.shtml

http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/maths/percentages/index.htm

http://www.interactivestuff.org/sums4fun/pietest.html
http://mathematics.hellam.net/maths2000/percent1.html

http://www.mathplayground.com/balloon_invaders_percent.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/percentages/introduction/quiz.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/number/percentages/play.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/quizengine?quiz=percentages&templateStyle=maths

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/percentages/percentincrease/quiz.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/fractiondecimalpercentage/percentages/introduction/activity.shtml
Measurements

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/shape_space/measures/read1.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/distance/factsheet.shtml

http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/maths/measures/index.htm

http://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/pages/interactivePage.asp?page=ks2_maths_05

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/shape_space/measures/play.shtml

http://nrich.maths.org/1266

http://www.subtangent.com/maths/flash/measures1.swf
http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/temperature/quiz.shtml

http://www.echalk.co.uk/Maths/PrimaryNationalStrategy_Yr6/DfES-MathsActivitiesforyear6/throwing.html

http://www.edontheweb.com/the_ed_files_flash.asp?ModuleID=126&MovieName=EdMaths1.swf

Area and Perimeter

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/perimeter/factsheet.shtml

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/using_measures/eng/Introduction/popup.htm

http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/maths/perimeter_and_area/index.html

http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/activities/PerimeterExplorer/

http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/activities/AreaExplorer/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/perimeterareaandvolume/arearectangle/quiz.shtml
http://www.shodor.org/interactivate/activities/TriangleExplorer/

Weight and Capacity

http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks2numeracy-shape-and-weight.html#boxing_weigh_inCW

http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks2numeracy-shape-and-weight.html#fruitbalance3

http://www.ictgames.com/mostlyPostie.html

http://www.ictgames.com/weight.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/lwc/factsheet3.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/e3/numbers/measuresshapespace/capacity/flash1.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/lwc/quiz.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/lwc/worksheet.shtml
Time

http://www.oswego.org/ocsd-web/games/BangOnTime/clockwordres.html

http://www.transum.org/Software/SW/Starter_of_the_day/starter_February12.ASP

http://www.oswego.org/ocsd-web/games/stoptheclock/sthec2.html

http://www.oswego.org/ocsd-web/games/stoptheclock/sthec3.html

http://www.oswego.org/ocsd-web/games/stoptheclock/sthec4.html

http://resources.oswego.org/games/StopTheClock/sthec5.html

http://www.ictgames.com/hickory4.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/dynamo/den/clock/index.htm

http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/maths/time/index.htm
http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/maths/timetables/index.htm

http://www.counton.org/games/crazy-clock/index.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/time/timesanddates/flash0.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/dynamo/den/matching/index.htm

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/time/calculatingtime/flash0.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/time/timetables/quiz.shtml

http://www.mathsframe.co.uk/traintimes.swf

Money

http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks2numeracy-money-and-mean.html#MeanRunnersCW
http://www.mathsframe.co.uk/money2stepv2.swf

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/dynamo/den/snap/index.htm

http://www.primaryresources.co.uk/online/moneynew.html

http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks2numeracy-money-and-mean.html#Change_white_elephantV2

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/2009-10/maths/financial-literacy/all-the-way-to-the-bank.html

http://www.channel4learning.com/sites/puzzlemaths/shop_game.shtml

http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/maths/shop_counter/index.htm

http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks2/maths/money/index.htm

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/lets_party/eng/Introduction/MainSession.htm

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/money/flash2.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/dynamo/den/shopping/index.htm
http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/money/flash3.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/money/quiz.shtml

Probability

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/data/probability/read1.shtml

http://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/timeOut.asp?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Ecgpbooks%2Eco%2Euk%2Fpages%2FinteractivePage%2Easp%3Fpage
%3Dks2%5Fmaths%5F06

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/handlingdata/probability/factsheet2.shtml

http://pbskids.org/cyberchase/games/probability/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/handlingdata/probability/flash1.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/handlingdata/probability/quiz.shtml
http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/quizengine?quiz=probability&templateStyle=maths

Mean, Median and Mode

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/handlingdata/numericalanalysis/mean/factsheet.shtml

http://www.crickweb.co.uk/assets/resources/meanmachine.swf

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/handlingdata/numericalanalysis/mean/quiz.shtml

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/mode_range/eng/Introduction/Whiteboard.htm

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/data/mode_median_mean/play.shtml
Problem Solving

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/number/problem_solving/read1.shtml

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/ngfl/2007-08/maths/Caerphilly_Maths/Flash/Activity2.html

http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks3/maths/trainers/index.htm

http://www.transum.org/Software/Trantowers/Trantowers.asp

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/number/problem_solving/play.shtml

http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_157_g_2_t_1.html?open=instructions

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/number/using_calculator/play.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/quizengine?quiz=using_calculator&templateStyle=maths

http://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/pages/interactiveGame.asp?game=number
http://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/pages/interactiveGame.asp?game=shapeSpaceMeasures

http://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/pages/interactiveGame.asp?game=fractionsDecimalsPercentages

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/ngfl/eng/ks2/mathematics/number/maths_trail_roch/slide3.HTM

http://teachingtreasures.com.au/teaching-tools/maths6-8/y6maths-p1.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/quizengine?quiz=problem_solving&templateStyle=maths

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/wholenumbers/addsubtract/problemsolving/quiz.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/wholenumbers/multiplication/problemsolving/quiz.shtml

http://www.teachingandlearningresources.co.uk/realifeprobsyr6.shtml

http://www.mathplayground.com/mathhoops_Z1.html

Transformation
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/shape_space/transformation/read1.shtml

http://www.mathsonline.co.uk/nonmembers/gamesroom/transform/golftrans.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/shape_space/transformation/play.shtml

http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/quizengine?quiz=transformation&templateStyle=maths

http://www.primaryresources.co.uk/online/reflection.swf

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/mathsfile/shockwave/games/bathroom.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/education/mathsfile/shockwave/games/bathroom.html

http://www.mathsonline.co.uk/nonmembers/gamesroom/transform/postshape.html

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/ngfl/maths/cynnal/pentominoes/pentominoes.swf

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/tessellate_this/eng/Introduction/intro.htm

http://www.coolmath.com/lesson-tessellations-1.htm
http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/tessellate_this/eng/Introduction/main1.htm

http://www.mathcats.com/explore/tessellationtown.html

Symmetry

http://www.bbc.co.uk/skillswise/numbers/measuring/2d_shapes/factsheet4.shtml
http://www.cgpbooks.co.uk/pages/interactivePage.asp?page=ks2_maths_03

http://www.innovationslearning.co.uk/subjects/maths/activities/year3/symmetry/shape_game.asp

http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks2numeracy-shape-and-weight.html#MatchingPairs3Dshape

http://www.tygh.co.uk/tiles/index.htm

http://pbskids.org/cyberchase/games/symmetry/

http://www.mystery-productions.info/hyper/Hypermedia_1999/BENTON/index.htm

http://www.subtangent.com/maths/flash/ors.swf

http://www.mathsonline.co.uk/nonmembers/gamesroom/transform/rotation.html

http://www.ngfl-cymru.org.uk/vtc/ngfl/maths/greg_morgan_symmetry/symmetry.swf
Angles

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/shape_space/angles/read1.shtml

http://www.amblesideprimary.com/ambleweb/mentalmaths/protractor.html

http://www.crickweb.co.uk/ks2numeracy-tools.html#StickyNum2

http://resources.oswego.org/games/bananahunt/bhunt.html

http://www.echalk.co.uk/Maths/PrimaryNationalStrategy_Yr6/DfES-MathsActivitiesforyear6/sailing.html

http://www.toonuniversity.com/6m_angle_d.html

http://www.innovationslearning.co.uk/subjects/maths/activities/year6/angles/game.asp

http://www.bbc.co.uk/keyskills/flash/kfa/kfa.shtml

http://www.subtangent.com/maths/measures1.php
http://www.interactivestuff.org/match/maker.phtml?featured=1&id=13

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/shape_space/angles/play.shtml

http://www.mathplayground.com/alienangles.html

http://nrich.maths.org/1235

http://www.hittingthetarget.com/hittingthetarget.php

http://www.linkslearning.org/Teachers/1_Math/6_Learning_Resources/2_SuperMath/content/games/golf.htm

Grids and Coordinates

http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/shape_space/grids/read1.shtml

http://resources.oswego.org/games/BillyBug/bugcoord.html
http://resources.oswego.org/games/BillyBug2/bug2.html

http://www.counton.org/games/flash/virtualmathfest/dinosaur.swf

http://www.athena.bham.org.uk/old/coordinates1.htm

http://hotmath.com/hotmath_help/games/ctf/ctf_hotmath.swf

http://www.sums.co.uk/playground/ss3/playground.htm

http://www.bgfl.org/bgfl/custom/resources_ftp/client_ftp/ks3/maths/coordinate_game/index.htm

http://www.mathplayground.com/locate_aliens.html

http://www.funbrain.com/cgi-bin/co.cgi?A1=s&A2=2

http://www.mathplayground.com/spaceboyrescue.html

http://www.bbc.co.uk/apps/ifl/schools/ks2bitesize/maths/quizengine?quiz=grids&templateStyle=maths

For activities on addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and number systems, you can look at this site.

http://www.compare4kids.co.uk/maths.php
year wise Assessments
1. Bonds assessment like 8-9,

9-10 may be ,, give it a try as it is too simple ... n gets boring !

2. Rapid test of Schofield n sims is a must for all topics

3. Bond gl and especially cem ( heard toughest) and cgp papers are good ...

*Last leg of journey *

1. Maths primary maths challenge books

2. Maths selective school book from amazon

Papers and CSSE papers

1. https://csse.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Practice-Pack-Order-Form-for-publication-1.pdf
2. https://www.sgtestpaper.com/?fbclid=IwAR2tesGT3NL0kWZodVHt7-ZD7HZ-QHRmR7alIiyL-eFh0PGvcDt8V61np44
3. https://nickdale.me/past-papers/
4. https://brightlighteducation.co.uk/practising-past-papers/
5. https://11plusexampapers.co.uk/app/site/shop/independent_school_test
6. https://examhq.co.uk/11-plus-maths-exam-paper-with-answers/11/maths/

Magazines
https://theweekjunior.co.uk/newyear

Mock

1.Chuckra mock
2.11plus DIY mock

3.MockTestMasters

4.11plus Euphoria

5.Praveen Gupta

RX: https://www.facebook.com/315844339137262/posts/637514533636906/

http://scubebooks.co.uk/mock_test_02/register.php

https://www.sats-papers.co.uk/11-plus-papers/

http://www.elevenplusmock.org.uk/

https://www.sehyog.co.uk

https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Education/11-plus-coaching-and-mock-exams-482451602319176/

https://11plusmocks.co.uk/product/birmingham-free-11-plus-mock-exam/

https://emock.co.uk/Contents/Pages/Online-Exam?fbclid=IwAR3IDreGA0rZoaxQ3ZNz2Q3SnqjuLAYrf5FTvVDNtHLnsEsWpQ8ag8nFW2Y

CSS Exams -https://bgsbooks.com/

Past papers Sources

https://www.toplevels.co.uk/11-mathematics-past-exam-papers/

PiAcademy not free and online

• examtips free and provide answers to some and always adding

• exampaperplus not free and provides pdf

• https://athenatuition.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ free and provide answers to some and always adding

Interview questions
Audible books
1. https://stories.audible.com/pdp/B002VA9UQM?ref=adbl_ent_anon_ds_pdp_pc_cntr-0-6. They have a pretty good selection especially for younger children. Please
pass this along to families with children.

11 Plus Book
https://www.pdfdrive.com/ Go to your browser and type: www.pdfdrive.net. You will get access to millions of books you need, for free and Unlimited downloads. Currently 85734808 books are available for free and every minute,
around 50 new books are added to the database.

Reading list
Animals

• Black Beauty - Anna Sewell

• The Midnight Fox - Betsy Byars

• The Hundred and One Dalmations - Dodie Smith

• The Marble Crusher - Michael Morpurgo

• Wild Lives series - Nick Arnold

• Sandy Lane Stables - Michelle Bates

• The Rover Adventures - Roddy Doyle

• Tooth and Claw - Stephen Moore

• Mrs Frisby and The Rats of Nihm - Robert C. O’Brien

• Dreamseeker Trilogy - Jenny Oldfield

• Varjak Paw series - S. F. Said

• The Jungle Book, Rudyard Kipling

Spooky/Mystery

• I Know What You Did Last Wednesday - Anthony Horowitz

• Holes - Louis Sachar

• Pig Heart Boy - Malorie Blackman

• Hacker - Malorie Blackman

• The Magician’s House Quartet - William Corlett

• Secret of Platform 13 - Eva Ibbotson

• Dial a Ghost - Eva Ibbotson

• The Ghost of Thomas Kempe - Penelope Lively

• A Stitch in Time - Penelope Lively

• Goosebumps Series - R. L. Stine

• Room 13 - Robert Swindells

Humour

• Double Act - Jacqueline Wilson

• There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom - Louis Sachar

• Dork Diaries Collection - Rachel Renee Russell

• Diary of a Wimpy Kid Collection - Jeff Kinney

• Middle School: The Worst Years of my Life - James Patterson & Chris Tebbetts

• Diary of a Sixth Grace Ninja - Marcus Emerson

• Tales of Fourth Grade Nothing - Judy Blume

• Big Nate Series- Lincoln Peirce

• Wayside School Series - Louis Sachar

• A Turn in the Grave - Bowvayne

• Molly Moon - Georgia Byng

• The Spud from Outer Space - Susan Gates

• The Last Polar Bears - Harry Horse

• Jiggy McCue series - Michael Lawrence

• Demon Dentist – David Walliams

• Billionaire Boy – David Walliams

• Grandpa’s Great Escape – David Walliams

Historical
• Walter and Me, Michael Morpurgo

• The Butterfly Lion, Michael Morpurgo

• Friend or Foe, Michael Morpurgo

• Letters from the Lighthouse, Emma Carroll

• Inside Out and Back Again, Thanha Lai

• The War That Saved My Life, Kimberly Brubaker Bradley

• One Crazy Summer, Rita Williams-Garcia

• War Boy - Michael Foreman

• War Game - Michael Foreman

• Warhorse - Michael Morpurgo

• War of Jenkins Ear – Michael Morpurgo

• A Time of Fire - Robert Westall

• The Abbey Mysteries - Cherith Baldry

• The Roman Mystery series - Caroline Lawrence

• The Way of the Warrior - Andrew Matthews

• Great Pyramid Robbery - Katherine Roberts

Fantasy

• The Hobbit - JRR Tolkein

• Harry Potter Series - J K rowling

• Watership Down - Richard Adams

• Northern Lights - Philip Pullman

• Dragon Rider - Cornelia Funke

• Artemis Fowl - Eoin Colfer

• Mister Monday - Garth Nix

• Boy in the Tower - Polly Ho-Yen

• The Indian in the Cupboard series - Lynne Reid Banks

• Frog Princess - E. D. Baker

• Dragon’s Breath - E. D. Baker

• The Boggart - Susan Cooper

• Dragon books - Cressida Cowell

• Harvey Angell - Diana Hendry

• Dogsbody - Diana Wynne Jones

• A Tale of Time City - Diana Wynne Jones

• Skulduggery Pleasant - Derek Landy

• Playing with Fire - Derek Landy

• The Witch Trade - Michael Molly

• The Dog So Small - Phillipa Pearce

• Dakota of the White Flats - Philip Ridley

• Scribbleboy - Philip Ridley

• A Series of Unfortunate Events Lemony Snicket – Daniel Handler

• Muddle Earth - Paul Stewart

Adventure/Action

• Tom’s Midnight Garden - Philippa Pearce

• Aquila - Andrew Norris

• The Sleeping Sword - Michael Morpurgo

• The Shapeshifter Collection - Ali Sparkes

• A.N.T.I.D.O.T.E. - Malorie Blackman

• Thief - Malorie Blackman

• Dead Georgeous - Malorie Blackman

• The Last Free Cat - John Blake

• Jimmy Coates Sabotage - Joe Craig

• Iron Heads - Susan Gates

• Diamond Brothers series - Anthony Horowitz

• Wicked - Anthony Masters

• Storm Runners - Barbara Mitchelhill

• The Invisible Detective series - Justin Richards

• Stormsearch - Robert Westall

• In the Nick of Time - Robert Westall

• The Baker Street Boys - Anthony Read

• The Cats of Seroster - Robert Westall

Well-loved Authors

• Matilda - Roald Dahl

• Danny the Champion of the World - Roald Dahl

• Boy - Roald Dahl

• Going Solo - Roald Dahl

• Charm School - Anne Fine

• The Sheep Pig - Dick King-Smith

• The Water Horse - Dick King-Smith

• Escape from Shangri-La – Michael Morpurgo

• Long Way home - Michael Morpurgo

• The White Horse of Zennor - Michael Morpurgo

• Toro! Toro! - Michael Morpurgo

• Farm Boy - Michael Morpurgo

• Kensuke’s Kingdom - Michael Morpurgo

• Wreck of Zanzibar - Michael Morpurgo

• Tracy Beaker - Jacqueline Wilson

• Best Friends - Jacqueline Wilson

• Secrets, Midnight - Jacqueline Wilson

• The Indian in the Cupboard Series – Lynne Reid Banks

• Harry Potter Series – J.K Rowling

• Famous Five - Enid Blyton

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1. The Railway Children (Puffin Classics)

2. Hobbit by JRR Tolkin
3. The Silver sword by-Ian Serraillier
4. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (The Chronicles of Narnia)
5. by C. S. Lewis
6. Why the Whales Came by - Michael Morpurgo
7. Oranges in noman’s land by Elizabeth Laird
8. The Fastest Boy in the World by Elizabeth Laird
9. The Butterfly Lion by- Michael MORPURGO
10. The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawm BY- Norman Hunter
11. When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit by Judith Kerr
12. The Phoenix and the Carpet by E Nesbit
13. A Series Of Unfortunate Events (13 Books) by Lemony Snicket
14. The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo
15. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll
16. The Water Babies by Charles Kingsley
17. The Wreck of the Zanzibar by Michael Morpurgo
18. The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett
19. The Wolves of Willoughby Chase by Joan Aiken
20. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
21. Five Children and It by E Nesbit
22. Tom's Midnight Garden by Philippa Pearce
23. The Silver Sword by Ian Serraillier
24. Stonestruck by Helen Cresswell
25. The Great Elephant Chase by Gillian Cross
26. George's Marvellous Medicine by Roald Dahl
27. The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips by Michael Morpurgo
28. The Firework Maker's Daughter by Philip Pullman
CLASSIC BOOKS TO READ 

Year 3 

Charlotte’s Web, by E. B. White 
Wilbur, the runt of a litter of pigs, is adopted by the farmer’s 
young daughter. However, when he becomes too big to be kept as 
a pet, Wilbur is sent to another farm. The book tells the story of 

Wilbur’s friendship with the other farm animals, especially a spider 
named Charlotte who helps him to escape the slaughter house. 

The Iron Man, by Ted Hughes 
In this science-fiction fairy tale, a young boy discovers a giant 
metal man devouring farm machinery. Farmers rise up to lure him 
into a trap and bury him underground... 

Roald Dahl 
All of the Roald Dahl stories are incredible. For something a little 
unusual, try the autobiographical Going Solo. 

Michael Morpurgo 
Michael Morpurgo has written a vast number of books for children 
and young adults and they are all fabulous. A number of his books 
are war stories set during the First and Second World Wars. We 
particularly like Kensuke’s Kingdom and War Horse. 

The Complete Adventures of Paddington, by Michael Bond 
After his home in a Peruvian rainforest is destroyed by a 
devastating earthquake, a young bear travels to England in search 
of a new home... 
Olga da Polga, by Michael Bond 
A trilogy of books about a little guinea pig and the adventures 
that she has with her friends – they’re laugh-out-loud funny! 

Winnie-the-Pooh, by A. A. Milne 
The adventures of a good-natured, honey-loving bear and his 
friends Piglet, Eeyore, Owl and Rabbit. 

The Enchanted Wood and The Magic Faraway Tree, 
by Enid Blyton 
Three siblings move to live near a large wood, where they one day 
discover an enormous tree whose branches seem to reach into 
the clouds... 

Usborne Young Reading Range 
These books are abridged versions of classics. They contain 
rich vocabulary and all the main ideas of the original book but 
are easier to engage with. Good examples include: The Railway 
Children, Journey to the Centre of the Earth and Oliver Twist. 
Year 4 

The Firework-Maker’s Daughter, by Philip Pullman 
This is a challenging book, but it is well worth the effort. A young 
girl wants to become a firework-maker like her father, but he 
thinks it is an unsuitable job for a girl... 

The Chronicles of Narnia, by C. S. Lewis 
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe rightfully receives a lot of 
attention, but don’t dismiss the other six books in the series as 
they are equally good! We particularly recommend The Voyage of 
the Dawn Treader. 

The Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Graham 
The adventures of four animals – Mole, Ratty, Toad and Badger – 
and their friends. Some editions contain wonderful illustrations. 
Heidi, by Johanna Spyri 
The story of an orphaned girl who is sent to live with her 
grandfather in the Swiss Alps. It has a simple, sad and touching 
plot, but there are also lots of feel-good moments. 

One Hundred and One Dalmatians, by Dodie Smith 
When some puppies go missing, their parents – Pongo and 
Missis – lead a daring rescue mission! 

The Little Prince, by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry 
After crash-landing in a desert, the narrator meets a small boy – 
the little prince – who tells him all about his life on a tiny planet 
and the people he has met since leaving it behind. 

Little House on the Prairie, by Laura Ingalls Wilder 
Laura’s pioneer family leaves the woods of Wisconsin to travel to 
the West. In this captivating story, young Laura explores their 
new home on the prairie, which they must share with wild bears 
and Indians. 
Grimm Tales, by Philip Pullman 
Phillip Pullman retells classic fairy tales, including Rapunzel, Snow 
White and Cinderella, as well as lesser-known and darker tales, 
such as The Three Snake Leaves and Godfather Death. He also 
provides an interesting commentary on each story’s background 
and history. 

Year 5 

Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, 
by C. S. Lewis 
Two fantastic adventure stories set in a strange, magical land. 
Some editions come with beautiful illustrations. 

Black Beauty, by Anna Sewell 
Narrated by the horse itself, this classic book tells the story 
of Black Beauty’s life, from his carefree days as a colt on an 
English farm, through his time pulling cabs in London, to a happy 
retirement in the country. Some sad moments, but a great tale. 

Journey to the River Sea, Eva Ibbotson 
In this beautifully-written book, an orphaned teenager is sent to 
live with her spoiled cousins in the Amazon, accompanied by a 
mysterious governess. 

Tom’s Midnight Garden, by Philippa Pearce 
Tom is staying with elderly relatives due to illness and is very 
bored. One night, he hears the grandfather clock strike thirteen. 
He sets off to investigate and discovers a secret garden where he 
meets a new friend, Hatty. However, it soon becomes clear that 
Hatty and Tom are living in very different times... 

Goodnight Mr Tom, by Michelle Magorian 
During World War II, a young boy is evacuated to the countryside, 
where he must stay with a gruff, withdrawn widower. However, the 
two soon develop a bond and the boy experiences a new life of 
love and care, a strong contrast to the abuse that he received at 
home in London. 

The Secret Garden, Frances Hodgson Burnett 
A spoiled child, raised in India, is sent to live at her uncle’s manor 
in Yorkshire after her parents die. She learns to think less about 
herself and more about those around her. 

Little Women, by Louisa May Alcott 
The adventures of four sisters, growing up and finding their place 
in the world while their father is away fighting in the war. Set in 
America. Contains plenty of poignant moments. 
 

The Railway Children, by E. Nesbit 
After their father is imprisoned, some children move to a house 
near the railway, where they watch the trains and befriend those 
who frequent the station. 
Oliver Twist, by Charles Dickens 
An orphan boy, who is born in a workhouse and sold into 
apprenticeship, escapes and travels to London, where he meets a 
gang of young pickpockets. 

The Hobbit, by J. R. R. Tolkien 
A hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, enjoys his peaceful life until it is 
interrupted by a surprise visit from a wizard named Gandalf who 
takes him on a perilous quest. 

The Lost World, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 
A young reporter, Edward Malone, asks for a dangerous 
assignment to impress the woman he loves. He joins an incredible 
expedition to a lost world in the Amazon, where he encounters 
many prehistoric creatures thought to be extinct. 

When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit, by Judith Kerr 
A semi-autobiographical work from the author of Mog, this book 
tells the story of a young girl’s escape from Nazi Germany through 
Switzerland and France to London. 

Chronicles of Ancient Darkness, by Michelle Paver 
This six-book series is set in the Stone Age and tells the story of 
a young boy who can speak to wolves, having been abandoned 
in a wolf den by his father at birth, and his quest to defeat the 
Soul Eaters. 

Year 6 

The Northern Lights, by Philip Pullman 
This is a challenging book, but well worth the effort. It is set in 
a familiar yet strange world and follows a girl called Lyra on her 
quest to find a missing friend. The first novel in the His Dark 
Materials trilogy. 

Artemis Fowl, by Eoin Colfer 
Artemis dedicates his life to criminal activities and believes he can 
confirm the existence of fairies. Challenging, but very witty. A little 
bit dark, but beautifully written. 

Animal Farm, George Orwell 
The farmyard animals of Manor Farm live poorly, and so they 
come together to revolt against their human master. 

The Book Thief, by Markus Zusak 
A young orphan is taught to read and grows to love books, so 
much so that she rescues one from a Nazi bonfire... 

The Diary of a Young Girl, by Anne Frank 
Anne Frank wrote this diary while hiding from the Nazis during 
World War II, concealed in a small secret annex in Amsterdam 
along with seven others. 

The Princess Bride, by William Goldman 
An exciting fairy tale of lost love, kidnapping, mistaken identity, 
murder, revenge and pirates, with lots of plot twists and an 
eventual happy endin
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What to take in Exams

https://www.suttongrammar.sutton.sch.uk/admissions/instructions-for-set-day-11-november-2020

Dear Parent,

With the Sutton SET taking place on Wednesday, some of you may be relieved that the journey is finally coming to an end while many of you may be feeling anxious. It is
inevitable that your child will also be feeling the nerves and here are some tips:

1. Print the email off today (if you haven’t already).

2. Pack their clear pencil case.

The below is from the schools’ sites:

Candidates must bring the following items with them in a clear pencil case or small clear plastic bag:-

A printout of the email giving their candidate number and zone. This is very important.

3 HB or B pencils (SHARPENED)
A good quality rubber (CLEAN)

A clear ruler

😷 Mask

Black biro / ball point pen

Sharpener

Hand sanitizer

Tissue

Analogue watch

Your child should NOT take a mobile telephone, smart watch or any other electronic device, any backpack/carrier bag etc, a calculator or calculator watch; any piece of
stationery which displays times tables or other such information or a dictionary.

(Some wear school uniform even if they are not planning to go to school. The layers of the uniform will be good in case the hall gets too hot or cold.)

3. Plan your journey for Wednesday.

Remember there will not be any parking on the school premises and there will be hundreds of parents such as you planning for off street parking. Good idea for one person
to drive and another to drop off.

4. Do not make them do any work the evening before. Why not watch a film or go for a short walk with them? Or bake a cake together or draw a picture and colour in
together? Some may like board games. Anything done with them will make them feel reassured and make them feel more at ease. It will also remind them that mums and
dads are not just for marking papers and doing 11 Plus work with them!

5. Earlier than normal bedtime for them tonight please. This is a must.

6. Good protein based breakfast in the morning. Not too many drinks.
7. Toilet visit before they leave the house. Leave much earlier than you need to leave.

8. Remember to reassure your child on the way that all they need to do is the their best. Make it a point to tell them you love them and it doesn’t matter whether they get
into a Grammar School or not. I sometimes ask my students what their ambitions are and explain to them that to achieve that goal, all they need is good grades at GCSE and
A Level. You could reiterate this too. All this brings down the intensity of the situation in their minds and will help them perform better.

8. Big smiles on your face when they say goodbye (even if it is forced!), be confident and positive.

9. And when they come out, please remember to give them a big hug and say well done! If they don’t want to talk about it, just let it be for now. It might be their way of
dealing with the stress.

10. Results should be out next week. Keep an eye on your emails and junk folder.

Good luck to all the kids! 🙏🏽

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Kent
[16:42, 02/10/2021] iAarti: Back Beauty came in qe
[16:42, 02/10/2021] iAarti: Kent was something on camera invention n history

[16:42, 02/10/2021] iAarti: Sutton was something about — if you have selected for NASA and you had to write an article about how you feel why you were selected something
like that

[16:42, 02/10/2021] iAarti: Tiffins girls was about a girls bedroom

[16:42, 02/10/2021] iAarti: HBS was something about a journey to moon how astronaut found his way to moon was comprehension

[16:43, 02/10/2021] iAarti: For tiffins vr was finding alternative meaning for words in a passage

[16:47, 02/10/2021] iAarti: 68 English questions

[16:47, 02/10/2021] iAarti: 46 maths questions

[16:47, 02/10/2021] iAarti: Especially maths was really hard , that too answer sheet completely different it seems

[16:47, 02/10/2021] iAarti: Suppose £15.66 is the answer, they’ve to highlight each digit in multiple rows

[16:47, 02/10/2021] iAarti: They’ll have A to G

Marking

Hello everyone,

Let me clarify how the scoring system works at Nonsuch and Wallington High first. I will also summarise the scoring system at Wilson's and Sutton Grammar.

Please note that this is my own interpretation as of information available today (Weds 22nd Sep 2021).

Nonsuch/Wallington High:

What Vibhor and Shweta have stated are BOTH correct.

The Nonsuch website explicitly states that the SET score and round 2 English and maths scores are allocated in a ratio of 1:1:1

I.e Round 1 SET (maths and English) = 33.3%, Round 2 English (creative writing only) = 33.3% and Round 2 maths = 33.3%
Source:

http://www.nonsuchschool.org/297/selective-eligibility-test-faqs

Vibhor is also correct because you can take 50% of the combined standardised SET score (I.e 140 + 140 = 280, then half of 280 = 140). This 140 is added to the
standardised scores of the Round 2 maths paper (140) and Round 2 English paper (140)

So the final score that the girls see is a standardised score where the maximum amount is around 420 (140 + 140 + 140).

For Wilson's the ratio of final marks is as follows:

1:2:2

This means the following:

Round 1 SET (maths and English) = 20%

Round 2 English = 40%

Round 2 maths = 40%

For Wilson's, the second round is hugely important. The first round SET score doesn't have much weighting.

Source:

https://www.wilsons.school/admissions/year7admissions/y7ac/

For Sutton Grammar, the first round SET is more important at Wilson's bec the ratio for the final score is as follows:

2:2:3:3

This means the following:

Round 1 SET maths = 20%

Round 1 SET English = 20%

Round 2 English = 30%

Round 2 maths = 30%

Source

https://www.suttongrammar.sutton.sch.uk/admissions/second-stage-test-faqs

The inference that we can draw from the weighting at Sutton Grammar vs Wilson's is that to get a place at Wilson's, the boys need to be incredibly strong writers. I can
confirm anecdotally that this is the case from my experience as arguably the leading creative writing tutor for the Sutton grammar school exams. The boys all tend to be good
mathematicians as a sweeping statement, but there is wide variation in writing ability. This tends to be from reading habits at an early age.

Please note that at all four aforementioned schools there is a minimum requirement in both the second round maths paper and English paper. This means a child cannot
score 100% in maths and 0% in English in the hope that their maths score will drag up their average score as they will have failed the English paper.

I hope this helps!

Kind regards

Richard

As per info on non such website:

Quote:

Will my daughter’s working out receive any marks in the Maths paper?

No. Only the answer your daughter puts on the answer paper will be marked.
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http://www.nonsuchschool.org/298/nonsuch-and-wallington-second-stage-entrance-examination-faqs