Our team creates a diverse range of high-quality educational resources tailored to students' needs. Specialising in materials for the 11 plus exam, our platform offers a wide range selection of study revision notes, practice papers, and learning materials.
Our team creates a diverse range of high-quality educational resources tailored to students' needs. Specialising in materials for the 11 plus exam, our platform offers a wide range selection of study revision notes, practice papers, and learning materials.
The maths behind the coronavirus unit of work
**Maths Enrichment **
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.
2024 11+ CEM Practice Paper
This 2024 11+ CEM Practice Paper is the first in a comprehensive five-part series, specifically designed to mirror the format and level of difficulty of the 11+ CEM exam. Perfect for all exam boards, this mock-style paper offers students the opportunity to practise in a realistic exam setting, ensuring they are fully prepared for test day.
Key Features:
Realistic Exam Experience: A full-length practice paper closely aligned with the CEM 11+ exam format, providing an authentic testing experience.
Comprehensive Coverage: Includes a mix of question types across Maths, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning, designed to build confidence and reinforce key skills.
Designed for 2024: Tailored specifically to the 11+ exam structure in 2024, offering relevant, up-to-date practice.
Suitable for All Exam Boards: This paper is useful for all CEM-based 11+ exams, making it a versatile resource for your preparation.
Ideal for focused exam practice, this CEM practice paper will help students hone their skills, improve their time management, and boost their confidence as they prepare for the 11+ exam. Get ahead with regular practice and build the foundations for success!
Year 6 Arithmetic Tests
This resource contains five full-length arithmetic tests, specifically designed for Year 5/6 students to improve speed, accuracy, and mathematical fluency. Ideal for 11+ preparation, these tests are perfect for building confidence in key areas of arithmetic and helping students excel in a variety of examinations, including CEM, CSSE, GL, and other private school entrance exams.
Key Features:
Five Full-Length Arithmetic Tests: A set of five diverse tests, each focusing on core arithmetic skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions.
Exam-Focused: Perfect for preparing for the 11+ exam, these tests closely align with the CEM, CSSE, GL, and other entrance exam formats, ensuring students are familiar with the types of questions they will encounter.
Speed and Accuracy: Designed to boost students’ speed and accuracy in solving arithmetic problems, two key components of success in the 11+ and other school entrance exams.
Progressive Difficulty: Each test increases in difficulty, helping students to gradually build their mathematical confidence and problem-solving abilities.
Ideal for Regular Practice: These tests are perfect for weekly revision, helping students develop consistent practice habits and mastery of essential arithmetic skills.
With Year 6 Arithmetic Tests, students will not only develop their mathematical skills but also gain the speed and accuracy needed for success in the 11+ exams and beyond. This resource is a must-have for students aiming to perform at their best in entrance exams.
11 Plus Interview Guide
Feeling nervous about your 11 Plus interview? You’re not alone! It’s completely natural to feel apprehensive, but with the right preparation, you’ll walk into your interview with confidence. Packed with expert advice and practical tips, this guide covers everything you need to know to succeed:
A clear introduction to the purpose and format of your 11 Plus interview.
Before the Interview: Tips on how to prepare, from what to wear to how to practice your responses.
30+ Interview Questions and Model Answers: A detailed list of commonly asked questions, along with advice on how to answer them confidently.
Understanding the Structure: Learn what to expect in the interview, including how it’s typically structured and what the interviewer is looking for.
This guide is the perfect resource to help you feel prepared, calm, and confident going into your 11 Plus interview. With everything you need to succeed, you’ll be ready to impress and show the best version of yourself.
Y6 SATs SPaG Preparation Resource
This resource provides three detailed lesson plans and PowerPoint presentations to help students prepare for the SPaG (Spelling, Punctuation, and Grammar) assessments in the Y6 SATs. Organised by topic, it includes quizzes, detailed model answers, and homework prompts to reinforce key concepts and boost students’ understanding.
Whether used as a last-minute revision tool closer to the exam or throughout the year for ongoing practice, this resource is designed to help students feel fully prepared and confident in their SPaG skills. It’s the perfect way to ensure students are SATs-ready and can boost their results.
Key Features:
3 lesson plans and corresponding PowerPoints
Covers key SPaG topics with quizzes and practice questions
Model answers and detailed responses to help clarify concepts
Homework prompts for additional practice
Flexible for use in both long-term learning and last-minute revision
This resource will provide everything you need to support your students and ensure their SPaG skills are up to standard for the Y6 SATs.
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.
11+ English Comprehension Papers - Top Private Schools
Set of 3 full length 11+ English Comprehension Papers with full answers. Designed specifically for selective private school entrance exams.
Key Features:
✔ Extracts carefully chosen from classic literature to reflect the challenging texts used in top independent schools.
✔ Advanced Questioning Techniques – Includes inference, deduction, vocabulary, and literary analysis to assess deep comprehension.
✔ Exam-Focused Structure – Mirrors the format of prestigious schools
✔ Develops Critical Thinking – Encourages students to articulate well-reasoned answers with evidence from the text.
✔ Complete Mark Scheme – Provides clear model answers to guide effective exam preparation and self-assessment.
This paper has been tailored for students applying to leading independent schools, including:
Haberdashers’ School
St Paul’s School
King’s College School, Wimbledon
Winchester College
Dulwich College
City of London School
North London Collegiate School
Godolphin and Latymer
Bancroft’s School
Chigwell School
Forest School
Harrow School
Westminster School
Eton College
7+ Maths Mock Exam Papers – Designed for Top Independent Schools
What’s Inside?
✔ 5 Full-Length Mock Papers – Each paper includes 15 challenging word problems, mirroring the types of questions found in top independent school entrance exams.
✔ Real-World Problem Solving – Questions require logical reasoning, understanding of number relationships, and application of mathematical concepts.
✔ Varied Topics Covered – Covers time, money, measurement, fractions, multiplication, division, and multi-step word problems.
✔ Mark Schemes Included – Provides clear step-by-step solutions for easy assessment and learning.
✔ Structured for Exam Success – Designed to reflect the difficulty level and question styles of leading schools.
Suitable For:
These papers are ideal for students applying to selective independent schools, including:
Westminster Under School
St Paul’s Juniors
King’s College Junior School, Wimbledon
City of London School for Girls
Dulwich Prep London
North London Collegiate Junior School
Latymer Prep School
Harrow School (John Lyon’s Lower School)
University College School (UCS) Juniors
Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ and Girls’ Schools
A beginner-friendly guide to HTML, designed for KS3 to GCSE Computer Science students. This handout introduces web development from scratch, assuming no prior knowledge. With step-by-step tutorials, engaging examples, and clear explanations, it’s the perfect resource for students to learn HTML fundamentals and build their first web pages. Ideal for classroom use or self-study.
Contents
Introduction to HTML
Basic Structure of an HTML Document
HTML Document Layout
Essential Tags: <html>, <head>, <title>, <body>
First Webpage: “Hello, World!”
3. Working with Text
Headings and Paragraphs
Line Breaks and Horizontal Lines
Basic Text Formatting: Bold, Italics, and Underline
4. Adding Links and Images
Creating Hyperlinks with <a>
Adding Images with <img>
Using Alt Text for Accessibility
5. Lists in HTML
Ordered and Unordered Lists
Nesting Lists
6. Tables for Organizing Data
Table Structure: <table>, <tr>, <th>, <td>
Creating a Simple Table
Styling Tables with Borders and Width
7. Introduction to CSS Styling
Inline, Internal, and External CSS
Basic CSS Selectors: Elements, Classes, and IDs
Styling Text and Backgrounds
8. Layout and Structure with Divs and Spans
Grouping Content with <div> and <span>
Applying CSS to Divs and Spans
9. HTML5 Semantic Elements
Header, Footer, Section, Article, and Aside
Organizing Content with Semantic Tags
10. Building a Simple Web Page Project
Project Overview: Personal Web Page
Step-by-Step Guide
Adding Basic CSS for Style
11. Debugging HTML and CSS
Common Errors in HTML
Troubleshooting CSS
Using Developer Tools
12. Resources for Practice
Online HTML Editors and Practice Sites
Further Learning Resources
Mapped to the specification, this revision pack provides a full set of questions and model answers for AQA GCSE Geography Paper 1, covering all key sections of the specification. It includes a wide range of question types, including multiple-choice, short-answer, 6-mark, and 9-mark questions, designed to test understanding and application of geographical concepts. The resource also provides detailed case studies, explanations of key terms, and expert tips to help students prepare for their exams.
Key Words:
Natural hazards
Tectonic hazards
Earthquakes
Volcanic eruptions
Tropical storms
Climate change
UK weather hazards
Coastal landscapes
River landscapes
Glacial landscapes
Ecosystems
Tropical rainforests
Hot deserts
Cold environments
Adaptation
11 Plus CEM 10 Minute Tests Cloze
Cloze tests are a fantastic way to test the ability to scan, deduce and infer information from an unseen text. This resource is timed- a key area to focus on once close to the exam.
Macbeth Exam Questions GCSE
This resource contains ten specimen exam style essay questions on Macbeth, with extracts. They lend for perfect practice in the run up to mock exams and the 2021 real GCSEs. These questions in particular mimic the AQA exam board. However, they are also useful for other major exam boards covering the text.
This resource includes 15 Numerical Reasoning Mock Tests focused on word problems, complete with detailed answers. Specifically designed for 11+ Maths preparation, it covers both CEM and GL assessments. Ideal for enhancing problem-solving skills and building confidence in tackling word-based mathematical challenges, this resource is an essential tool for exam success.
Issue 1 of Magical Minds Learning’s 11+ magazine guide. This magazine is perfect for parents and students who are preparing for the 11+ examination. It is suitable for all exam boards from CEM to GL. Each issue will contain tips for exam technique and a wide range of activities to complete, from vocabulary to spatial awareness. The activities are designed to be fun for the students whilst also providing valuable practice and methods handy for the real day. We will also be conducting interviews with 11+ candidates and their parents which will be published in each issue.
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11+ Comprehension 10 Minute Tests
These 10 Minute Tests are designed to provide quick, focused practice for students preparing for the 11+ exam. This resource includes over 100 full-length, multiple-choice questions specifically aligned with the CEM format. Each test can be completed in just 10 minutes, helping students build speed, improve accuracy, and develop effective exam strategies. Ideal for daily practice, these tests are perfect for reinforcing comprehension skills in preparation for the 11+.
11 Plus Vocabulary in Context
What’s Included:
A pdf with 400 words compiled from past 11 plus papers, definitions and example sentences
Visual Guide: A highly engaging, easy-to-understand guide that explains what vocabulary in context means, and introduces the four main methods to determine a word’s meaning when unsure. This visual aid will help students build the skills to confidently tackle unfamiliar vocabulary in reading passages and exam questions.
Worksheets: A series of worksheets where students match words with sentences to deduce the correct meaning. These worksheets increase in difficulty, helping students gradually build their confidence and understanding. Perfect for reinforcing the skill of using context to figure out unknown words.
Stretching Content: Designed to challenge students who are looking to stretch themselves further. These activities will develop both their vocabulary skills and their ability to think critically about language in different contexts.
11 Plus English Core Skills
The 11 Plus English Core Skills book is the perfect foundation for students in Year 4 to begin their 11+ journey. Designed to be stress-free and manageable, it focuses on building essential skills in grammar, punctuation, creative writing, and comprehension, laying the groundwork for future success in the 11+ exams.
Foundational Skills: Focuses on key areas such as SPaG (Spelling, Punctuation, and Grammar), ensuring students are comfortable with the basic elements of English before moving on to more complex tasks.
Creative Writing: Helps students develop their ability to write engaging, well-structured pieces, preparing them for creative writing tasks in the 11+ exam.
Comprehension Skills: Introduces students to techniques for tackling comprehension questions, helping them develop critical reading and analysis skills.
Verbal Reasoning: Strengthens verbal skills by focusing on vocabulary, logical reasoning, and understanding how words and language function.
Gradual Progression: The book is designed for gradual learning, with manageable 120-minute weekly sessions to keep learning light and enjoyable. This ensures the transition to more intense revision in later years feels natural and stress-free.
Stage One Foundation: This is the first step in building core English skills for the 11+, with a focus on mastery of basic concepts. Future stages will introduce practice with formal English tests, including both short and long comprehension exercises, ensuring a smooth progression.
By the end of this book, students will have developed a strong understanding of the essential English skills required for the 11+ exam, setting them up for success in later stages of preparation. Perfect for Year 4 students, this book helps keep English learning fun, manageable, and engaging while laying a solid foundation for future exam success.
This resource, frequently featured in CEM tests, includes ten full-length shuffled sentence exercises designed to strengthen preparation for the 11+ exams.
Carefully crafted to challenge and develop students’ understanding of sentence structure, grammar, and logical sequencing, it provides a range of sentence lengths and complexities that reflect the diversity of questions typically encountered in the exam.
Ideal for practising key skills such as syntax, punctuation, and word order—essential components of the 11+ verbal reasoning section—this resource is perfect for honing the critical thinking and attention to detail needed for success in the exam.
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.