What is the Summer Slide? The Summer Slide, also known as summer learning loss, is the backwards step your child takes when they have a break from learning, particularly in reading and maths. For many children, this shows up after the summer holidays (hence the...
Reading a classic book together can be a lovely way for parents and children to reconnect after a busy day or week. Yet the biggest challenge parents face today is the constant competition from screens. It can seem like a never-ending tug of war between computers...
A lack of motivation is one of the most common problems parents face when helping their child study for the 11+ English exams. If your child is very happy at their current school, they may not want to think about moving up to senior school. They may even feel...
Learning vocabulary and maintaining a good level of language is something children need to master if they’re to do well in their 11+ exams. The more words your child knows, the more they understand and the more engaging their conversation will be. A rich vocabulary...
It’s a question a lot of parents are asking, and that’s totally understandable. Revision and solid preparation for the 11+ exams in September are essential if your child wants to do well. But how much preparation do they need to do over the summer holidays, and what...
The 11+ exam will test your child’s understanding of vocabulary, spelling and grammar, as well as their comprehension and reasoning skills. Children who have a wide variety of books to read will not only have more appreciation for creative writing and story...
