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I'm an experienced 11+ tutor with many years of proven success, dedicated to creating high-quality, targeted resources for grammar school entrance exams. My materials are designed to give students clarity, confidence, and a competitive edge, covering every aspect of the 11+ syllabus (CEM, GL, CSSE). Explore a range of revision resources, practice papers, structured daily plans, and cheat sheets
Welcome to Magical Minds Learning!
I'm an experienced 11+ tutor with many years of proven success, dedicated to creating high-quality, targeted resources for grammar school entrance exams. My materials are designed to give students clarity, confidence, and a competitive edge, covering every aspect of the 11+ syllabus (CEM, GL, CSSE). Explore a range of revision resources, practice papers, structured daily plans, and cheat sheets
11 Plus Essentials Bundle – The Complete Resource for Effective 11+ Preparation
The 11 Plus Essentials Bundle includes everything you need to prepare effectively for the 11+ exams. Designed for Year 5/6 students, this bundle brings together a comprehensive range of resources to help build skills and confidence in all key areas.
11 Plus Homework Booklet - Year 4
140 pages of practice
Designed to provide intense preparation for the 11 Plus exam, this 140-page workbook offers a structured approach to building essential skills for students in Year 4. With a wide range of carefully crafted tasks, it covers key areas such as verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, mathematics, and English, ensuring a well-rounded foundation for the 11 Plus. Ideal for use at home, during tutoring sessions, or in the classroom, this booklet helps students develop both confidence and competence as they progress towards the 11 Plus. Whether used for regular practice or targeted revision, this resource offers a perfect balance of challenge and support, helping to boost performance in all areas of the exam.
120 pages pdf
Secret strategies I teach my tutees.
This guide is designed to cover every topic that might appear in the GL 11+ Maths exam, based on the Key Stage 2 National Curriculum. I’ve sifted through hundreds of past Maths papers, analysing every question type that could possibly be asked. What I’ve discovered is that every question has its own unique approach and it’s not just about knowing the right method, but about knowing how to apply it quickly and confidently. That’s where the strategies I’ve developed come in. Each strategy is specifically designed for a particular question type, whether it’s fractions, ratios, or complex word problems. I’ve worked hard to break down each question into its simplest components, showing students exactly how to tackle it with ease.
GL 11 Plus Maths
GL 11+ Maths practice
GL 11+ Maths strategies
GL 11+ Maths exam guide
GL 11+ practice questions
11 Plus Maths GL exam tips
GL 11+ question types
GL Maths test preparation
11+ GL Maths revision
Entrance Exams Maths
11 Plus Test One
This mock test is designed to give you a realistic experience of the real 11+ exam. Suitable for all exam boards, it includes a full range of questions covering Mathematics, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning – all key areas you’ll need to succeed. With timed sections for each subject, this test will help you practise working under pressure and give you a clear idea of what to expect on exam day. Ideal for exam preparation, this test provides valuable practice and helps boost your confidence and performance across all subjects.
CEM, GL
CEM style 11+ Practice Paper – Paper 1
This resource contains a realistic CEM-style 11+ practice paper, designed to simulate the format and difficulty of the actual exam. It includes a range of mixed questions across Maths (numerical reasoning and spatial skills), Verbal Reasoning, and Comprehension, providing comprehensive preparation for the 11+.
Used extensively with my tutees, this paper has proven highly effective in preparing students for both CEM and GL tests. It’s a great tool for reinforcing key skills, building exam confidence, and improving performance in these critical areas.
Mixed question types covering Maths, Verbal Reasoning, and Comprehension
CEM-style format to prepare students for the specific requirements of the 11+
Ideal for practice, revision, and assessment
Proven to be effective with students preparing for both CEM and GL tests
Five Full-Length 11 Plus Practice Papers
These five full-length practice papers closely mirror the structure and level of difficulty of the actual 11+ exam. Perfect for all exam boards, this set offers a full preparation experience, helping students build essential skills and strategies for exam day.
Each paper includes a well-rounded mix of question types:
Mathematics: Focusing on key areas such as Numerical Reasoning, Arithmetic, and Problem Solving to develop essential skills in analytical thinking and mathematical reasoning.
Verbal Reasoning: Designed to challenge students' logical reasoning and verbal skills, featuring a variety of question formats that strengthen vocabulary and comprehension.
Non-Verbal Reasoning: Enhancing spatial awareness and pattern recognition, this section helps students sharpen their ability to analyse and solve problems visually.
English: Includes reading comprehension with both fiction and non-fiction passages, helping students improve their understanding, critical thinking, and written expression.
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.
11+ GL Style Maths Problem Solving Practice Papers
Three full-length 11+ CEM-style Maths Problem Solving Practice Papers designed to engage students with challenging questions across key arithmetic, word problems, logic, and spatial reasoning topics. Each paper includes 20 questions that incorporate spooky scenarios, such as calculating a vampire’s blood reserves, a zombie’s journey, and a witch’s potion mix ratios, all crafted to reinforce essential mathematical skills in a fun, seasonal context.
Features:
Halloween Theme: Engaging questions based on Halloween characters and scenarios to make practice enjoyable and thematic.
Four Key Sections: Each paper covers Arithmetic & Number Problems, Word Problems, Logic & Reasoning, and Spatial Reasoning & Sequences.
Answer Key Included: Every paper comes with a detailed answer key, allowing students to check their work and understand solutions.
Progressive Difficulty: Questions range from foundational arithmetic to complex reasoning and sequence problems, providing comprehensive 11+ preparation.
Ideal for:
Students preparing for 11+ CEM exams, educators looking for seasonal practice materials, and anyone wanting to enhance their problem-solving skills in a creative and challenging format.
ALL 11 Plus Practice Papers Bundle
This bundle includes all of Magical Minds Learning’s top-selling 11+ practice papers, designed to provide comprehensive preparation for the 11+ exam. Each set contains three to five CEM-style practice papers, featuring a variety of mixed questions on:
Numerical reasoning
Spatial reasoning
Verbal reasoning
Comprehension
Ideal for boosting confidence, building key skills, and ensuring success, these papers mirror the format and difficulty of the actual 11+ exam, offering valuable practice for students.
Perfect for intensive revision and exam preparation!
This CEM-style 11+ practice paper (Paper 7) is packed with mixed questions on:
Maths (Numerical reasoning and spatial skills)
Verbal reasoning
Comprehension
Perfect for 11+ preparation, this paper mirrors the style and difficulty of the real exam and has been used successfully with tutees to prepare for both CEM and GL tests. Ideal for practice, revision, and building exam confidence.
New 11 Plus Test 6: Ages 10-11
This resource contains paper 8, a realistic CEM-style 11 plus practice paper, containing mixed questions on maths, including numerical reasoning and spatial skills, verbal reasoning and comprehension. Have used extensively with my tutees in preparing for the CEM and GL tests.
This resource is part of practice papers pack 5: 11 Plus Practice Papers Pack 5
11 plus past papers
11 plus mock papers
11 plus practice papers
11 Plus Home Learning Pack
This all-in-one 11 Plus Home Learning Pack is the perfect companion for students preparing for the 11 Plus exam. Packed with a variety of revision resources, this pack covers English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning. The resources include practice questions, topic-based worksheets, timed exercises, and tips for effective revision, making it ideal for boosting performance and confidence.
CSSE Style 11+ Maths Strategy & Training Guide (Targeting KEGS 2026 Entry)
Description:
This is a complete strategy and training guide, built from my detailed analysis of every single available CSSE 11+ Maths past paper and mark scheme.
I’ve broken down all key trends in question types, topics, and marking, and used that insight to build targeted strategies for arithmetic, word problems, algebra, geometry, logic, and more. You’ll learn how to approach each question type, manage your time, avoid common traps, and structure your working to maximise marks.
Includes:
Topic-by-topic strategy
Worked examples and pitfalls
Marking insights and exam-day tips
Time management plans
Targeted revision drills
A full study plan up to the 2025 exam
This is the training guide I use with top-scoring CSSE candidates, built to push students beyond routine practice into real performance.
11+ Year 4 Foundation Course
Starting 11+ prep early can be overwhelming, especially when trying to find resources that are just the right level. As an experienced 11+ tutor, I’ve seen many Year 4 students struggle to find material that challenges them appropriately without being too difficult. That’s why I created this Year 4 Foundation Course, designed specifically to address this gap.
This comprehensive and structured plan offers a well-rounded approach, covering all essential topics to build a solid foundation in preparation for the real 11+ exams. The course focuses on key areas such as mental maths, vocabulary development, spelling, and essential skills, ensuring your child gains the confidence and ability they need to succeed.
Traditional in-person tuition can be costly, so this plan provides the same high-quality instruction at a more affordable price, with all the essential elements covered.
By the end of this course, your child will have a strong foundation, well-prepared for the more advanced stages of 11+ prep.
You can find the plan here
Make 11 Plus fun! Issue 2
This magazine is perfect for parents and students preparing for the 11 Plus examination. It is suitable for all exam boards from CEM to GL. The activities are designed to be fun for the students whilst also providing valuable practice and methods handy for the real day.
Includes:
Aims and goals for the student
A plan to follow (detailed) for year 5 (grammar school exams) and 6 (independent school examinations)
Mathematical jokes sent in from Issue 1
Helpful tips from parents and students sent in
Ideas on how to learn vocabulary effectively, with goals and questions to answer
A vocabulary booster word search, with follow up questions
6 creative writing prompts, with lots of tips and examples to follow. An explanation of how to structure your writing
Fractions, decimals, and percentage flashcards
How to tackle maths questions with unused information
Sudokus, mazes and puzzles
A practice cloze with advanced vocabulary
An activity on rotational symmetry, with visual aesthetically pleasing graphics
An interview with a parent whose child passed the 11 Plus exam
A vocabulary booster crossword
A fun shuffled sentence activity
Synonyms exercises, with an explanation how to learn your new vocabulary in a fun way
Questions to ask at an open day, a brief about what open days are about
A ‘continue the story’ exercise
Pascal triangle activities
Maths limericks
A vocabulary list
Data maths questions - explanation how to interpret data
This resource is designed to help students prepare effectively for the 7+ Maths exam. Featuring a series of well-structured practice questions, it focuses on key areas of the curriculum to strengthen core mathematical skills. Perfect for reinforcing concepts and boosting confidence, this resource ensures students are fully equipped for success in the 7+ entrance test.
2025 11+ CEM Practice Paper
This 2025 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.
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 festive-themed GCSE Edexcel Maths set of 3 practice papers and worked solutions designed to engage students each with 20 worded problem-solving questions progressing in difficulty. Perfect for revision and enhancing problem-solving skills with holiday-inspired contexts, including calculations involving percentages, geometry, ratios, and algebra.
Keywords
GCSE Maths, Edexcel practice paper, festive maths, word problems, Christmas-themed maths, problem-solving, revision resource, Year 11 maths, holiday learning activities.