We provide a diverse range of high-quality educational resources tailored to students' needs. Specialising in materials for the 11 plus exam, our platform offers a comprehensive selection of study revision notes, practice papers, and learning materials. Magical Minds Learning is dedicated to providing accessible, quality educational tools to everyone.
We provide a diverse range of high-quality educational resources tailored to students' needs. Specialising in materials for the 11 plus exam, our platform offers a comprehensive selection of study revision notes, practice papers, and learning materials. Magical Minds Learning is dedicated to providing accessible, quality educational tools to everyone.
15 full length essay plans focussing on popular AQA GCSE-style questions. Each plan provides clear, structured guidance on how to approach the question, including:
Introduction: How to introduce the topic and address the question.
Main Body: Suggested paragraph breakdowns, key quotes, and detailed analysis of Shakespeare’s use of language, structure, and form.
Conclusion: How to wrap up the essay while connecting ideas back to the core themes and characters.
This guide goes beyond surface-level revision. It will:
Teach You How to Analyse Quotes Effectively: Every key quote from Macbeth is broken down into its language, structure, and meaning. We’ll show you not just what the quote means but how it works on a technical level.
Provide In-Depth Character and Theme Analysis: You’ll learn to understand each character’s development and how the main themes interlink throughout the play. This will help you build sophisticated arguments in your essays.
Sample Essays and Essay Plans: You’ll have access to high-quality essay examples and detailed essay plans for the most common exam questions. Practice these to perfect your technique.
Offer Exam-Specific Tips: Every section of this guide is written with the AQA GCSE exam criteria in mind, ensuring that you understand exactly how to meet each assessment objective.
Everything you need to succeed, covering themes, characters, scene by scene in detail geared exactly towards the AQA exam. Aiming for a grade 9
20 short cloze tests, designed to be used as practice for the 11+ CEM test. Includes a mixture of styles including word choice, word bank and missing letters. Contains answers.
Cloze assesses the ability to read in context, scan and deduct information. It often appears in CEM 11 plus papers.
This GCSE AQA English Literature revision guide for “Lord of the Flies” is designed to help students achieve a Grade 9 by offering model paragraphs and essay plans that tackle all key themes and characters.
The resource explores significant elements such as symbolism, themes of civilisation vs. savagery, and character dynamics. Ideal for students aiming for Grade 9. Hits on all assessment objectives including context.
(9 pages booklet)
This resource includes eight CEM-style 11+ comprehension passages:
A balanced mix of fiction and non-fiction texts, covering a wide range of topics likely to appear in the real exam.
Each passage is accompanied by multiple-choice questions, with clear and detailed answer sheets provided.
Designed to help students practise and familiarise themselves with the format and variety of content they might encounter in the 11+ exam.
Answers are included to support self-assessment and targeted improvement.
11 Plus Homework Booklet - Year 4
140 pages worth of homework tasks for year 4 students- focussed on preparation for the 11 plus exam. Perfect for home use, tuition or in the classroom.
This resource contains fifteen 11+ vocabulary booster exercises (synonyms and antonyms) and comprehension exercises. Great for learning new vocabulary. Includes answers.
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An answer sheet pdf is included. You can download and print as many as you like for your child to mark their answers on. Mark your answers with a straight line through the letter.
Creative Writing Bundle – 11+ Exam and SATs Preparation
Whether you’re looking to refine your writing skills for an exam or simply enjoy creative expression, this comprehensive bundle is designed to guide students through a variety of writing styles. Perfectly tailored for the 11+ entrance exams, it can also be used by Year 6 students and as preparation for SATs, offering a versatile approach to developing strong writing skills.
This bundle includes three essential creative writing books:
Creative Writing Guide 1: Step-by-step guidance to help students master key writing techniques and improve storytelling skills.
Creative Writing Guide 2: Builds on the foundations laid in Guide 1, exploring advanced writing styles and strategies for structured, engaging essays.
22 Creative Writing Prompts with Tips and Tricks: A collection of prompts designed to spark imagination, complete with practical tips to enhance writing fluency and creativity.
Added bonus- festive extras
Each resource is carefully crafted to provide focused, progressive learning, helping students boost their writing confidence and perform their best in exams and beyond. Whether you’re preparing for the 11+ exam or just looking to improve creative writing skills, this bundle offers a structured yet fun approach to writing development.
Five full length 11 plus practice papers. Designed with the insight of experienced tutors, these five full-length practice papers closely mirror the structure and level of difficulty of the actual CEM 11+ exam.
Each paper includes a well-rounded mix of question types:
Mathematics: Focusing on core areas like Numerical Reasoning and Spatial Awareness to develop problem-solving and analytical thinking.
Verbal Reasoning: Challenging students to strengthen their logical reasoning and verbal skills through a variety of question formats.
Comprehension: Featuring both fiction and non-fiction passages to enhance reading comprehension and critical thinking.
This set provides an invaluable opportunity for students to familiarise themselves with the test format, build confidence, and fine-tune their exam strategies. Regular practice with these papers will ensure students are well-prepared, boosting their chances of success in the 11+ exam.
Magical Minds Learning- 11 Plus Practice Papers for the CEM style tests contains five realistic CEM-style 11 Plus practice papers - each containing mixed questions on Maths, including Numerical Reasoning and spatial, Verbal Reasoning and Comprehension. Helps boost confidence, building skills and establishing success. Mixed format- (both multiple choice and standard format).
11 Plus Cloze Bundle
Contains over 500 cloze questions, suitable for students taking the 11 plus.
Includes a mixture of styles including word choice, word bank and missing letters. Answers included.
11 Plus Comprehension Bundle
This bundle contains over 500 comprehension questions, suitable for students taking the 11 Plus exams (CEM, CSSE, GL, and independent school entrance tests)
Vocabulary Booster Bundle
Perfect for students preparing for CEM, GL, CSSE, SATs, and private school entrance exams.
As an experienced tutor, I’ve designed this comprehensive bundle to help your child strengthen their vocabulary skills in a fun and engaging way. With over £20 worth of resources, this collection is ideal for building a solid foundation in vocabulary and boosting exam performance.
Bundle Includes:
Summer Vocabulary Challenge: An interactive and exciting way to kickstart vocabulary learning over the holidays.
Vocabulary in Context: Exercises designed to improve understanding of how words are used in various contexts.
Vocabulary Books 1 & 2: Thoroughly curated resources to expand word knowledge and enhance retention.
Vocabulary Flashcards: Handy for quick revision and reinforcing key terms.
Vocabulary Jotter: A space for students to write and reflect on new words they’ve learned.
1000+ Vocabulary Word List: A comprehensive list of essential words to master.
Vocabulary Lists Pack 2: More challenging words to deepen understanding and elevate language skills.
This bundle will not only enrich your child’s vocabulary but also help them confidently tackle any exam question that involves language comprehension, ensuring they are well-prepared for the 11+ and beyond.
This bundle contains a variety of English resources perfect for preparation for the 11+ exam. Comprehension, cloze, vocabulary, flashcards, creative writing and shuffled sentences are included. Total of eight resources worth £26 if brought individually- a saving of 61%.
11+ Year 4 Foundation Course
Starting 11+ prep early can be overwhelming, especially when trying to find resources that are just the right level. As an experienced 11+ tutor, I’ve seen many Year 4 students struggle to find material that challenges them appropriately without being too difficult. That’s why I created this Year 4 Foundation Course, designed specifically to address this gap.
This comprehensive and structured plan offers a well-rounded approach, covering all essential topics to build a solid foundation in preparation for the real 11+ exams. The course focuses on key areas such as mental maths, vocabulary development, spelling, and essential skills, ensuring your child gains the confidence and ability they need to succeed.
Traditional in-person tuition can be costly, so this plan provides the same high-quality instruction at a more affordable price, with all the essential elements covered.
By the end of this course, your child will have a strong foundation, well-prepared for the more advanced stages of 11+ prep.
You can find the plan here
ALL 11 Plus Practice Papers Bundle
This bundle contains all of Magical Minds Learning’s 11 plus practice papers- our best sellers.
Each set contains three to five realistic CEM-style 11 Plus practice papers - containing mixed questions on numerical reasoning and spatial reasoning, verbal reasoning and comprehension. Helps boost confidence, building skills and establishing success.
Save 66% compared to buying separately.
11 Plus Summer Intensive Course
As an experienced tutor, I know how stressful the summer before the 11+ exam can be for both students and parents. The pressure to cram in last-minute revision can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with countless resources and activities to choose from. The key is focused, efficient preparation—without the unnecessary overwhelm.
Our 11 Plus Summer Intensive Course is the perfect solution for students looking to maximise their revision in just four weeks. This structured, affordable program offers a comprehensive plan that doesn’t cost the earth, and provides exactly what students need to succeed:
4 week full plan.
Daily Sessions: Just 1 to 1.5 hours per day, carefully crafted to cover essential activities, practice tests, and focused revision lessons.
Targeted Learning: Each session is designed to reinforce core skills, with booster tasks that address any areas of weakness.
Expert Guidance: With my experience in tutoring 11+ students, I’ve put together a course that will build your child’s confidence and ensure they are fully prepared.
By the end of the course, students will not only have gained valuable knowledge but will also feel confident and ready to tackle the exam with a clear, calm mindset.
*If resources bought individually would come to over £70*
11 Plus Essentials Bundle – The Complete Resource for Effective 11+ Preparation
The 11 Plus Essentials Bundle includes everything you need to prepare effectively for the 11+ exams. Designed for Year 5/6 students, this bundle brings together a comprehensive range of resources to help build skills and confidence in all key areas.
What’s Included:
10 full length CEM-style practice papers (covering all subjects in multiple-choice and standard formats)
25 vocabulary exercises (Books 1 & 2)
30 cloze tests to improve language proficiency
20 comprehension tests (CEM-style, with answer sheets)
2 numerical reasoning tests to sharpen problem-solving skills
The 11+ Creative Writing Book, offering guidance and practice to improve writing skills
Vocabulary flashcards for quick and engaging review
Comprehensive vocabulary list for targeted learning
A day-by-day study plan to keep preparation organized
The 11+ Ultimate Guide and 11+ Magazine (2 issues) for additional tips and insights
A full length revision pack
And much more!
Why Choose This Bundle?
Comprehensive Coverage: Every critical area of the 11+ exam is addressed, including verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, English, and mathematics.
Convenience: All the resources you need in one place, saving time and effort.
Tailored for Success: Designed to guide students step-by-step through effective preparation.
Ideal for Independent or Supported Study: Suitable for use at home or alongside tutoring.
With the 11 Plus Essentials Bundle, you can ensure your child is fully prepared for their 11+ journey. All the tools, practice, and guidance they need are in one easy-to-use package.
