Practice makes perfect… KSOL have over 16 years of 11+ experience, providing you with the peace of mind that your child is getting the best possible exam experience in your area. What’s more, we have thousands of children sitting our mock exams each year. The 11+ entrance exams are vastly different to tests set in school, so Read More …

The 11 plus entrance exams are vastly different to tests set in school, so it is important that children get as much practice as possible before the big day. The more practice your child has now, the better equipped they will be for the 11 plus exam! In light of this, our NEW 11 plus practice Read More …

By now, children who sat the 11plus entrance exam in September 2019 will have received their long awaited results! Whatever the outcome, you will now need to make some important decisions about which schools to place on your school preference form. What is most important at this stage is that you know exactly how the school allocation Read More …

For the majority of children, the 11+ will be their first experience of a formal exam. Preparing for this exam will therefore require regular practice, commitment and perseverance, skills which will not only set your child up for future academic success, but also prove invaluable to their personal growth. Improves independence As opposed to homework, where children can Read More …

As the demand for grammar and independent school places continues to rise each year, KSOL tutors are often asked, “When is the best time to start?” and “Will my child overdo it if they start their preparations early?” With over 16 years of experience in preparing children for the 11plus entrance examination, we recognise that Read More …

Firstly, congratulations! Preparing for the 11+ entrance exam is no easy feat and more than likely, even the most composed of parents will have lost the battle against the 11+ stress monster along the way. The final months before the exam can feel like a whirlwind of activity and emotion and this can take its toll Read More …

After months of practice papers, revision schedules and plenty of reassurance, your child’s 11plus entrance exam date is almost here! With all the hard work and time invested into their 11+ preparations, it is important that the last few days before the exam are as smooth and stress-free as possible. To help ensure your child Read More …

With the excitement of time off with the family, rising temperatures and holiday destinations, 11 plus revision rarely springs to mind at this time of year. However, with the 11+ entrance exam in less than two months time and SATs right around the corner, it is essential that your child does not lose momentum in Read More …

With the summer holidays just around the corner, juggling relaxation time with effective 11+ revision can often present a challenge. KSOL understand how important it is for children to wind-down over the summer, to ensure they are revitalised and ready to face new challenges in September. However, summer is also a period where children tend Read More …

Is your child in Year 5 and preparing for a grammar or independent school exam? Are you looking for new and inventive ways to inspire revision this summer? With thoughts of ice lollies, picnics in the park and playing out with friends, 11plus revision rarely springs to mind at this time of year. However, with just Read More …