Firstly, congratulations! Preparing for the 11 plus 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 Read More …

11+ Exam Preparation Year 5  Summer has passed and September marks a time to set new goals for the most important year in your child’s 11 plus preparations. With just 12 months to go until the 11 plus entrance exam, it is important that you use this time wisely to give your child the best Read More …

Is it too early to start preparing for the 11 plus? As the demand for grammar and independent school places continue to rise each year, parents are placed under increasing pressure to start their child’s 11+ preparations early. With competition rising, KSOL Tutors are often asked “When is the best time to start?” and “Will Read More …

How often should my child revise this summer?   Aside from the excitement of time off with the family, rising temperatures and (if we’re lucky enough) distant 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 Read More …

Hello summer! Aside from juicy slices of watermelon, sun-kissed skin and warm sand, 11 plus revision rarely springs to mind when we picture summer. However, with the 11+ entrance exam in less than three months time and SATs right around the corner, it is essential that your child does not lose momentum in this vital Read More …

After all your child’s hard work preparing for their 11 plus entrance exam, making sure you register on time for the exam is crucial! This guide will walk you through the 11+ registration process and provide step-by-step basics when applying for Grammar and Comprehensive schools: 1. Register for the 11+ entrance exam If you are unsure of Read More …

Hosted by the Mental Health Foundation, this year Mental Health Awareness is focused on stress and how to tackle symptoms such as anxiety. At KSOL, ensuring that both parent and child have a straightforward and stress-free 11 plus experience is our top priority. Recognising that mental health is just as important as physical health, our Read More …

As the cold, dark evenings draw to a close, spring celebrates renewal, re-birth & re-growth. With longer days and eggs-tra time on your hands, why not try some innovative spring related activities which celebrate the great outdoors and maintain a healthy mind this holiday?     Try a new outdoor activity- Outdoor activities provide massive Read More …

After hours spent filling in application forms, visiting schools and reading prospectuses, the day we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived! It has been a tremendous journey for all of you embarking upon the 11 plus and I would personally like to say huge congratulations to everyone on behalf of KSOL, for putting so Read More …

With any exam, whatever the topic, preparation is imperative to ensuring success. The 11+ entrance exams are vastly different to tests set in school, so it is vital that your child becomes familiar with not only the format and content, but also the atmosphere of these events. With this in mind, here are 6 key reasons Read More …