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Beckenham’s Expert 11 Plus Tutors: Unlocking Your Child’s Academic Potential
The 11 Plus exams are a crucial stage for many primary school students in Beckenham. These exams can open up doors to prestigious secondary schools, providing the best opportunities for future academic and professional success. However, these exams are highly competitive, and students must be well-prepared to stand out. Geek School Tutoring offers the expertise…
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Book In-Person Or Online Tuition
At Geek School Tutoring, we strive to support students in the most flexible way possible. Whether your child can attend our centres, requires online tuition, or prefers our video-based courses, we have the perfect solution to meet their needs. Explore your area of interest swiftly and easily! Simply use the links below to go straight…
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11 Plus Grammar School Selection Tests Organised by Local Authorities: What Every Parent Should Know
Preparing for an 11 Plus grammar school selection test can be a daunting yet exciting experience. It can make all the difference when it comes to securing a spot in a prestigious school. As experts in the field, we can help guide you through this complex process, providing essential insights to achieve excellence. Local authorities…
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What Is the 13 Plus Common Entrance Exam?
The 13+ Common Entrance exam is a set of rigorous tests set by independent (private) secondary schools, usually focusing on content taught at KS3, leading up to GCSE exams. The 13+ tests are part of the standard ISEB assessment, although individual schools can devise their own Common Entrance (CE) papers. Pass marks fluctuate from year…
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Why Using 11 Plus Writing Examples May Not Be Effective: A Better Approach To Improving Your Child’s Writing
Preparing for the 11 Plus exams can be intimidating for both students and parents. With several approaches and strategies available to pass the test, it can be challenging to determine where to start. However, one technique parents have used to prepare kids for the writing aspect is to show them 11 Plus writing examples, but…
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Get Your Child Ready for Grammar School: Enroll Them in Our Online 11 Plus Intensive Today
Parents are scrambling to ensure their children are ready for their 11 Plus exams as there are just a few months left until the grammar school exams in September. To help them prepare for success, families frequently turn to our Online 11 Plus Intensive. Our comprehensive interactive online course has been specifically designed to help…
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Introducing Exciting New Changes to Classic Readers: More Sessions, Streamlined Workflow, and an Enhanced Community Experience
As passionate advocates of children’s literature and lifelong learning, we have always strived to make the Classic Readers Club provide the best possible experience for our valued members. Today, we are thrilled to announce some exciting changes that will take our online reading club for children in Years 3, 4, 5, and 6 to new…
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The Importance of Editing in 11+ Creative Writing
Editing is an important and necessary part of the creative writing process. It allows you to refine and polish your work, making it the best. In this article, we will discuss why editing is essential for successful creative writing and provide tips on editing your writing effectively.
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From Structure to Endings: A Free Creative Writing Course for Kids
Writing is a fundamental skill that is necessary for success in both academic and professional settings. According to a study by the National Assessment of Educational Progress, only 27% of fourth-graders, 22% of eighth-graders, and 24% of twelfth-graders in the United States are proficient in writing. This highlights the need for parents to help their…
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The Process of Appealing a School’s Decision For Your Child’s Education
The allocation of school places can be a stressful and emotional process for parents, particularly if their child is refused a place in their preferred school. Fortunately, an appeals process is available to parents who disagree with the decision made by the school.


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