When it comes to the 11+, exam technique is critical. Children must move quickly from question to question with accuracy and diligence. Looking for clues in the questions and understanding the phrasing of each question help them move on quickly and clinically with confidence that they tackle the next question. Here, we break down all […]
How to Prepare for a Mock Exam There’s more to preparing for a mock exam than just revising questions and subjects. There’s been plenty of research into how students respond to exam pressure and what they can do to contribute to effective study and preparation. For most children, the 11+ exam will be their first […]
The Beginner’s Guide to Starting Tuition: A Smooth Path to 11+ Success Starting 11+ tuition for the first time can be exciting and nerve-racking for your child. Whether seeking support for the 11+ exams or simply looking to bolster your child’s educational foundation, this beginner’s guide will walk you through the essential steps to […]
The Benefits of Mind Mapping and Other Study Techniques for 10-Year-Olds A Beginner’s Guide to Enhancing Learning For The 11+ Exam As a parent, you’ll naturally want to provide your child with the best tools to excel academically and give them the best chances to succeed. There are many ways to achieve this by introducing […]
With such a long way to go before the exam it’s easy to become a little complacent with your child’s tuition preparation but a little bit of planning and honesty can go a very long way. The 11 plus exam will likely be your child’s first experience in revising, studying and being critiqued on their […]
At Newell Tuition, we know being a parent means that you often don’t have two minutes to yourself – between working, cooking, cleaning, and taking the kids to all of their clubs and activities, it can be difficult to remember your own birthday, never mind anything else. Because we’re dedicated to helping every family navigate […]
Top Tips: NVR For children and adults alike, the first glance through a non-verbal reasoning (NVR) textbook can be rather daunting! It’s a subject not often taught in schools, and many children will encounter it for the first time as they start their 11+ journey. Some will take to it like Venus to a tennis […]