Containing 20 (2x10) specimen questions for Paper 1 Section B of the GCSE AQA English Language, this resource is perfect for revision, homework, assessment, or use in the classroom- especially with the limited material available from AQA. They mimic the style of the real exam and so provide as close an experience to the exam as possible. 45 minutes is advised per question- though for younger years, more time may be spent.

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.

Place Value Top Trumps This superb resource can be used with year 3/4 students to consolidate understanding of place value in complex numbers. Use these cards as a plenary to go over concepts in a fun way. My students really enjoyed this activity- and competition was ripe in the classroom!

Halloween Word Problems

Halloween Quiz Editable version included as the last file. Includes a highly visual powerpoint, with fun animations, and Halloween trivia questions. Also contains an answer sheet for teams to record their answers and detailed answers to reflect upon. If you liked this resource and think it is worth 5 stars, why not get another one absolutely for free? All you need to do is email magicalmindslearning@gmail.com your TES username, and state which resource you would like to redeem for free.

11 Plus Home Learning Pack Revision resources to be used at home to supplement preparation for the 11 plus.

A short comprehension on micro-organsims, designed for year 3/4 students. You may also be interested in: the 11+ comprhension bundle https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/11-plus-comprehension-bundle-12362117 the essentials bundle: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/the-ultimate-11-bundle-11832094

I’ve used this resource with my GCSE English students studying Much Ado, covering the major themes of the play. Ideal as a revision resource, in the classroom, or as a prompt for essay questions. Inbuilt into this is context, language analysis ranging around the whole play, hitting all the assessment objectives required in the exam. Themes included: Social Class Honour Love Deception Nothing and Noting How is [theme] presented in the play?

GCSE History- all exam boards This resource contains both a powerpoint and an extremely detailed set of notes on how the Depression helped the Nazis rise to power. The notes are in a question-answer style form, for aided memory retention and self testing. Can easily be transferred to flashcards(e.g. quizlet or anki). ideal for teaching or revision. The following key questions are covered: Wall Street Crash What was life like in the Depression? How did the Depression weaken the Weimar government? How did these problems help the Nazis?

11 Plus Maths Warm Ups This resource contains 25 starter/plenary activities which can be used at the start or end of a session, focussed on core skills required for the exam. Suitable for both the classroom/tutoring environment and at home.

11 Plus Maths Vocabulary List This resource is the ultimate list to learn all of the key maths terms that your student will come across in the 11 Plus, and in preparation for KS3.

The maths behind the coronavirus unit of work This resource contains three lessons on the maths behind the coronavirus, useful for students in year five to nine. Each lesson is planned with warm ups (starters), main, and cool downs (plenary), and worksheets to complete in the lesson. Lesson one focuses on how the economy rapidly changed during this period of time. Lesson two focuses on vaccines, and how we can use maths to help create the perfect vaccine. Lesson three focuses on the maths behind social distancing and how we can use data and statistics to back up our points and make factual statements. This is a perfect opportunity for students to learn some maths beyond the curriculum.

Charles Darwin Fact File and Comprehension This resource is an effective and fun way to be introduced to key information about Charles Darwin and his life. Contains 10 questions and detailed mark scheme.

11 Plus English Core Skills 11 Plus Foundation Course 11 Plus Summer Intensive Course Year 4 should be the least stressful part of the 11 Plus journey, in fact the student should only be spending 120 minutes maximum every week of doing work. Gradually the time spent on revision should increase, however it shouldn’t be labelled as a ‘chore’, make the transition as smooth as possible. In English it is important to keep on revisiting terms: grammar, punctuation, etc… It’s very easy to get quickly out of tune with SPaG. To have good creative writing skills, being able to tackle comprehension questions, verbal reasoning and more, you need to have the ‘English core skills’ Before advancing to formal English tests, it’s vital that the pupil has the knowledge and skills of basic English for the 11 Plus. English core skills is aimed to cover these topics so that the pupil can feel confident to move onto assessments. Note that this is ‘stage one’ of the foundation, so in the next stages the pupils will be introduced to ‘short’ and ‘long’ English tests. They will be prepared for this as they have gathered the skills from this book

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

11 Plus Year 4 Foundation Course Plan You can find the complete course here For parents and students it can be confusing when you don’t know when to start the journey for the 11 Plus exams. There’s a broad range of resources and books out there for different subjects and topics, but what do you start with? We have the solution for you. This course is the foundation to build up to success for the 11 Plus. Useful for students starting out in year four. Once the student advances and is able to tackle more complex problems, they should complete our 4 week course which is suitable for year five pupils, nearer to the exam: 11 Plus 4 Weeks Summer Course. Remember that the above course stated is for students who are confident in all abilities and skills required for the exam (year five).

11+ Vocabulary Lists Pack 2 This comprehensive resource includes vocabulary lists designed to support 10 weeks of study, perfect for use as homework assignments, extension tasks, or weekly activities. Tutors and parents alike find this pack invaluable for reinforcing and expanding students’ vocabulary in preparation for the 11+ exams. Each list is thoughtfully curated to challenge students while ensuring steady progress. Ideal for helping students build the language skills needed to excel in their exams.