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
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.
Vocabulary Notebook
A dedicated space for students to jot down new vocabulary and their definitions. This simple yet effective resource helps learners expand their word bank and reinforce their understanding of key terms. Perfect for building vocabulary over time, tracking progress, and preparing for exams or writing tasks.
20 Cloze Tests for 11+ CEM Preparation
This set of 20 cloze tests is designed to provide focused practice for the 11+ CEM exam. Each test includes a variety of question styles, such as word choice, word bank, and missing letters, to help students develop a wide range of skills needed for the test.
Cloze tests assess the ability to read in context, identify meaning, and deduce information from the passage. These are key skills that regularly appear in CEM 11+ papers, and practising them will improve students’ accuracy and speed.
Varied Question Types: Includes word choice, word bank, and missing letters, providing a well-rounded approach to the cloze section.
Build Key Skills: Helps students strengthen their reading comprehension, vocabulary, and contextual analysis.
CEM Focused: Closely mirrors the question styles and difficulty level found in CEM 11+ exams, making it the perfect tool for focused revision.
With answers included, this resource is ideal for self-assessment, helping students track their progress and improve their performance. Perfect for regular practice or as part of a wider 11+ revision plan.
11+ Vocabulary Flashcards
These handy 11+ Vocabulary Flashcards are perfect for helping students learn the most important words that could appear in the 11+ exam. Each flashcard has one word on the front and a simple, easy-to-understand definition on the back, making vocabulary learning quick and straightforward.
Easy to Use: Just print, cut out, and stick the cards back to back. It’s that simple!
Learn on the Go: Stick the cards around your house, take them in the car, or review them before bed – the perfect way to fit in some extra vocabulary practice whenever you have a free moment.
Quick and Fun: Boost your vocabulary with regular, bite-sized sessions. These flashcards make learning new words both easy and fun.
For the best results, print on card and laminate the cards so they last longer. This is a great resource for building your child’s vocabulary in preparation for the 11+ exam!
Magical Minds Learning- 11 Plus Practice Papers for the CEM style tests contains five realistic CEM-style 11 Plus practice papers - each containing mixed questions on Maths, including Numerical Reasoning and spatial, Verbal Reasoning and Comprehension. Helps boost confidence, building skills and establishing success. Mixed format- (both multiple choice and standard format).
*If resources bought individually would come to over £70*
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.
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+ 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.
Magical Minds' 11+ Practice Papers for the CEM Test. This is test 5 from the book. Helps boost confidence, building skills and establishing success.
Added extra: angles recap.
Magical Minds' 11+ Practice Papers for the CEM Test. This book contains a realistic CEM-style 11 Plus practice paper - contains mixed questions on Maths, including Numerical Reasoning and spatial, Verbal Reasoning and Comprehension. Helps boost confidence, building skills and establishing success. Includes angle recap
CEM-Style 11 Plus Practice Paper
This realistic CEM-style 11 Plus practice paper is designed to give students a thorough, high-quality practice experience. It contains a range of mixed questions, closely aligned with the format and difficulty of the actual CEM 11+ exam.
What’s Included:
Mathematics: A variety of questions covering numerical reasoning and spatial awareness, designed to test problem-solving and analytical skills.
Verbal Reasoning: Challenging questions to help strengthen logical thinking, pattern recognition, and verbal reasoning abilities.
Comprehension: A carefully selected passage with questions to assess reading comprehension, critical thinking, and vocabulary.
Angles Recap and Task
This practice paper is ideal for building key skills, improving exam readiness, and boosting confidence in preparation for the 11+ exam. Perfect for students looking to hone their skills in a timed, exam-like environment, it will help them get familiar with the types of questions they’ll encounter and establish the success they need on exam day.
Magical Minds' 11+ Practice Papers for the CEM Test. This resource contains a realistic CEM-style 11 Plus practice paper - each containing mixed questions on Maths, including Numerical Reasoning and spatial, Verbal Reasoning and Comprehension. Helps boost confidence, building skills and establishing success. New- Contains angles recap at end
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
Designed with the insight of experienced tutors, 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 set provides an invaluable opportunity for students to familiarise themselves with the exam format, practise under timed conditions, and fine-tune their exam strategies. Regular practice with these papers will ensure students are well-prepared, boosting their confidence and greatly improving their chances of success in the 11+ exam.
