Grammar schools (and many selective independents) select their pupils on the strength of their performance in the 11 Plus examination. This exam tests applicants on English and maths, verbal reasoning (VR) and non-verbal reasoning (NVR), something your child may need help with.
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Read more ›The 11 Plus (or 11+) exam—if your child is approaching or in Year 4 or 5 of primary school, you are likely familiar with this grammar school staple. If you'd like your child to attend grammar school or certain independent schools in England, note these facts about the important exam.
What is the 11...
Read more ›Final exams typically make up a large portion of your final grade, so there is a certain pressure to get them right. If you've scored a low final exam grade, it's really time for some self-evaluation as to why you scored low.
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...Read more ›Think of the Integrated Reasoning Section of the GMAT as a test to evaluate the applied version of the same skills the GMAT is designed to test overall. The GMAT is intended to assess your competence in analysis, writing, and quantitative reasoning as well as your reading and writing skills. In this...
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