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
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 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.
European Languages Overview - Interactive PowerPoint
Provides a comprehensive overview of various European languages and their cultural impact. Suitable for students of all ages, this 30-slide resource covers languages such as Spanish, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Greek, Dutch, and Swedish, with detailed tasters into their vocabulary, cultural significance, and fun language facts.
Key Features:
Detailed Language Tasters: Explore common greetings and phrases like “Hello,” “Thank you,” and “How are you?” in multiple European languages.
Cultural Insights: Learn about the global influence of these languages in fields such as art, science, and literature.
Interactive Quizzes: Test your knowledge of each language with engaging quiz questions.
Fun Facts: Discover interesting trivia about the history and uniqueness of each language.
Customizable: Easily adaptable for different educational levels, perfect for assemblies or classroom lessons.
This resource is ideal for celebrating the European Day of Languages, promoting linguistic diversity, and encouraging students to engage with new languages in an enjoyable way.
Perfect for:
Teachers looking for a ready-made assembly or lesson plan on languages.
Schools celebrating European Day of Languages or promoting multicultural awareness.
Language teachers introducing students to the diversity of European languages.
This resource includes eight CEM-style 11+ comprehension passages:
A balanced mix of fiction and non-fiction texts, covering a wide range of topics likely to appear in the real exam.
Each passage is accompanied by multiple-choice questions, with clear and detailed answer sheets provided.
Designed to help students practise and familiarise themselves with the format and variety of content they might encounter in the 11+ exam.
Answers are included to support self-assessment and targeted improvement.
11+ Vocabulary Booster Exercises
Synonyms/Antonyms Practice
This resource includes** twenty vocabulary exercises **designed to help students improve their language skills and prepare for the 11+ exam. The exercises cover a variety of topics such as synonyms, antonyms, word associations, and more, offering diverse ways to expand vocabulary and strengthen verbal reasoning.
Perfect for GL and CEM-style assessments, these exercises will boost students’ understanding of word meanings and help them build confidence for the 11+ exam.
Key Features:
A pdf with 400 words compiled from past 11 plus papers, definitions and example sentences
20 vocabulary exercises focused on synonyms, antonyms, and word associations
Answer key provided for self-assessment
Tailored for GL/CEM-style 11+ exams
AQA GCSE Geography Paper 2 Revision Pack - Perfect for Exam Prep
I have crafted model questions and answers just in time for the upcoming AQA GCSE Geography Paper 2 with this comprehensive revision pack, tailored specifically for the “Challenges in the Human Environment” section. Designed to cover all aspects of the specification, this resource offers a detailed exploration of key topics through exam-style questions and model answers.
Includes short answer questions, 6 markers and 9 markers all with detailed model answers.
Complete Syllabus Coverage: From Urban Issues and Challenges to Economic Development and Resource Management, every topic is thoroughly addressed to ensure you don’t miss a thing.
Practical Exam Questions and Answers: Prepare with potential exam questions and exemplary answers to understand how to construct high-scoring responses.
Relevant Case Studies: Includes up-to-date examples from various global contexts to enhance understanding and application of geographical concepts.
Skill Enhancement: Boost your exam performance with guidance on data analysis, critical thinking, and evaluative writing- critical in the exam.
Directly aligned with the AQA GCSE Geography specification.
Perfectly timed for last-minute preparation, helping you walk into the exam room ready and assured.
*If resources bought individually would come to over ÂŁ70*
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.
What’s Included:
10 full length CEM-style practice papers (covering all subjects in multiple-choice and standard formats)
25 vocabulary exercises (Books 1 & 2)
30 cloze tests to improve language proficiency
20 comprehension tests (CEM-style, with answer sheets)
2 numerical reasoning tests to sharpen problem-solving skills
The 11+ Creative Writing Book, offering guidance and practice to improve writing skills
Vocabulary flashcards for quick and engaging review
Comprehensive vocabulary list for targeted learning
A day-by-day study plan to keep preparation organized
The 11+ Ultimate Guide and 11+ Magazine (2 issues) for additional tips and insights
A full length revision pack
And much more!
Why Choose This Bundle?
Comprehensive Coverage: Every critical area of the 11+ exam is addressed, including verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, English, and mathematics.
Convenience: All the resources you need in one place, saving time and effort.
Tailored for Success: Designed to guide students step-by-step through effective preparation.
Ideal for Independent or Supported Study: Suitable for use at home or alongside tutoring.
With the 11 Plus Essentials Bundle, you can ensure your child is fully prepared for their 11+ journey. All the tools, practice, and guidance they need are in one easy-to-use package.
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. As an 11+ tutor, I’ve spent years working with students, carefully observing where they struggle and what makes them succeed. I’ve sifted through hundreds of past GL 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. These aren’t generic tips or tricks; 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. These are the strategies I teach in my lessons, ones that my students have used to excel time and time again. In this book, I’m sharing them all with you—every strategy, for every possible question type. Whether you’re a parent helping your child at home or a tutor looking for effective ways to guide your students, these unique, step-by-step strategies will ensure that your child is more than prepared for the 11+. They’ll be ready to approach any question with confidence and tackle even the most difficult ones 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
Verbal Reasoning Test – CEM Style for the 11+ Exam
This comprehensive verbal reasoning test is specifically designed to help students prepare for the CEM (Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring) style 11+ exam. It includes a wide range of questions that challenge and enhance students’ verbal reasoning skills, including word relationships, analogies, sentence completion, and logic puzzles.
CEM-style questions: Tailored to match the format of the 11+ exam, providing realistic practice.
Varied question types: Includes a mix of word-based puzzles, synonyms, antonyms, codes, and critical reasoning tasks.
Timed practice: Helps students improve their speed and accuracy under exam conditions.
Skills focus: Develops a deep understanding of vocabulary, logical reasoning, and comprehension—key components of the 11+ verbal reasoning section.
Comprehensive answer explanations: Each question comes with a clear, detailed explanation to reinforce learning and highlight common mistakes.
Designed for students aiming for competitive entry into grammar schools, this test provides a solid foundation for mastering verbal reasoning concepts and achieving excellent results in the 11+ exam.
40-page Macbeth Grade 9 Secrets workbook to help students break into the top band for AQA GCSE English Literature. Detailed, high-level analysis of key themes, characters, and quotations, all explained clearly and linked directly to the assessment objectives. I’ve also included examiner tips, model paragraphs, context breakdowns, and sentence starters to help you write like a Grade 9 student.
Keywords
Macbeth AQA GCSE Grade 9
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AQA Shakespeare Macbeth guide
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11 Plus Comprehension Bundle
This bundle contains over 500 comprehension questions, suitable for students taking the 11 Plus exams (CEM, CSSE, GL, and independent school entrance tests)
11+ Creative Writing Skills
This book is packed with tips, tricks, and strategies to help you master the creative writing tasks in the 11+ exam. Ideal for both independent and grammar school preparation, it covers everything you need to know, including how to write debates, create characters, describe settings, craft stories, and much more. Perfect for practising at home, this guide will help you improve your writing skills and build the confidence you need to succeed.
This resource offers 14 in depth shuffled sentence exercises, focusing on two key styles commonly encountered in the 11+ exam: superfluous word style and sentence rearrangement. Designed to provide targeted practice for both CEM and GL assessments, this resource helps students develop essential skills in sentence structure and clarity, making it an invaluable tool for exam preparation.
This GCSE AQA English Literature revision guide for “Lord of the Flies” is designed to help students achieve a Grade 9 by offering model paragraphs and essay plans that tackle all key themes and characters.
The resource explores significant elements such as symbolism, themes of civilisation vs. savagery, and character dynamics. Ideal for students aiming for Grade 9. Hits on all assessment objectives including context.
(9 pages booklet)
Year 6 Arithmetic Tests
This resource contains five full-length arithmetic tests, specifically designed for Year 5/6 students to improve speed, accuracy, and mathematical fluency. Ideal for 11+ preparation, these tests are perfect for building confidence in key areas of arithmetic and helping students excel in a variety of examinations, including CEM, CSSE, GL, and other private school entrance exams.
Key Features:
Five Full-Length Arithmetic Tests: A set of five diverse tests, each focusing on core arithmetic skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions.
Exam-Focused: Perfect for preparing for the 11+ exam, these tests closely align with the CEM, CSSE, GL, and other entrance exam formats, ensuring students are familiar with the types of questions they will encounter.
Speed and Accuracy: Designed to boost students’ speed and accuracy in solving arithmetic problems, two key components of success in the 11+ and other school entrance exams.
Progressive Difficulty: Each test increases in difficulty, helping students to gradually build their mathematical confidence and problem-solving abilities.
Ideal for Regular Practice: These tests are perfect for weekly revision, helping students develop consistent practice habits and mastery of essential arithmetic skills.
With Year 6 Arithmetic Tests, students will not only develop their mathematical skills but also gain the speed and accuracy needed for success in the 11+ exams and beyond. This resource is a must-have for students aiming to perform at their best in entrance exams.
SATs Preparation Ultimate Bundle
Get everything you need to help your students succeed in the SATs with the Ultimate SATs Preparation Bundle. This full set includes a wide range of high-quality resources, each designed to boost confidence and ensure thorough preparation for all areas of the KS2 SATs.
What’s Included:
KS2 SPaG Paper: Complete practice paper with a detailed mark scheme, teacher notes, and answers to guide you through every question.
5 KS2 Maths Arithmetic Papers: A set of five full-length arithmetic papers, each with a detailed mark scheme, teacher notes, and answers to help assess progress and pinpoint areas for improvement.
3 Full-Length Lesson Plans: Engaging, structured lesson plans covering key topics, complete with quizzes, PowerPoints, and high-quality questions to reinforce learning.
10 Full-Length English Comprehension Papers: A comprehensive set of comprehension papers with detailed teacher notes and answers to help improve reading and analysis skills.
Vocabulary Jotter: An essential tool for improving vocabulary, helping students expand their word knowledge and understanding for the SATs.
Times Tables Speed Test: A fun and fast-paced way for students to practice and improve their times tables.
Fractions - Complete Lesson: Everything you need for teaching fractions, including a full lesson plan, flashcards, and quizzes to reinforce key concepts.
Ratio - Complete Lesson: A detailed lesson on ratios, with flashcards and quizzes to help students master the topic.
Make SATs Fun Issue One: A resource filled with engaging activities and ideas to make SATs revision enjoyable and less stressful.
Get SATs Ready in 5 Days: A focused revision plan designed to help students prepare effectively in the final days leading up to the test.
Angles and BIDMAS Revision: Key revision resources on angles and BIDMAS to ensure students are confident with these essential maths concepts.
Speed and Accuracy Test (Maths): A timed test to improve both speed and accuracy in solving maths problems, designed to help students build their exam stamina.
With everything you need in one bundle, this is the ultimate preparation package to help students perform their best in the SATs. Whether you’re teaching in the classroom or helping with home revision, these resources will ensure a thorough, engaging, and effective approach to SATs success.
A beginner-friendly guide to HTML, designed for KS3 to GCSE Computer Science students. This handout introduces web development from scratch, assuming no prior knowledge. With step-by-step tutorials, engaging examples, and clear explanations, it’s the perfect resource for students to learn HTML fundamentals and build their first web pages. Ideal for classroom use or self-study.
Contents
Introduction to HTML
Basic Structure of an HTML Document
HTML Document Layout
Essential Tags: <html>, <head>, <title>, <body>
First Webpage: “Hello, World!”
3. Working with Text
Headings and Paragraphs
Line Breaks and Horizontal Lines
Basic Text Formatting: Bold, Italics, and Underline
4. Adding Links and Images
Creating Hyperlinks with <a>
Adding Images with <img>
Using Alt Text for Accessibility
5. Lists in HTML
Ordered and Unordered Lists
Nesting Lists
6. Tables for Organizing Data
Table Structure: <table>, <tr>, <th>, <td>
Creating a Simple Table
Styling Tables with Borders and Width
7. Introduction to CSS Styling
Inline, Internal, and External CSS
Basic CSS Selectors: Elements, Classes, and IDs
Styling Text and Backgrounds
8. Layout and Structure with Divs and Spans
Grouping Content with <div> and <span>
Applying CSS to Divs and Spans
9. HTML5 Semantic Elements
Header, Footer, Section, Article, and Aside
Organizing Content with Semantic Tags
10. Building a Simple Web Page Project
Project Overview: Personal Web Page
Step-by-Step Guide
Adding Basic CSS for Style
11. Debugging HTML and CSS
Common Errors in HTML
Troubleshooting CSS
Using Developer Tools
12. Resources for Practice
Online HTML Editors and Practice Sites
Further Learning Resources
11 Plus GL Guide for Parents
This guide is perfect for those taking the GL exam. Covering a wide range of the exam, it includes:
What is covered in the exam
The format of the assessments
Timing of the exam, and skills required to undertake in timed conditions
Skills required to be successful
Tips and Tricks
Vocabulary resources
Spelling resources
Maths resources
