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English · 11+ · Comprehension
11+ Comprehension: 7 Techniques That Actually Work

Most students lose marks not because they can't read — but because they don't know what examiners are specifically looking for. These seven proven techniques change that.

By EZ Tutor 8 min read Expert Guide
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Verbal Reasoning · 11+ · Strategy
Cracking GL Verbal Reasoning: A Complete Parent's Guide

All 21 GL Verbal Reasoning question types explained — what each one tests, how to spot the trick, and exactly how to practise each type at home.

By EZ Tutor 10 min read Complete Guide
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11+ · Study Plan · Strategy
How to Prepare for the 11+ GL Assessment: A 12-Month Plan

A month-by-month preparation roadmap covering every subject, building exam stamina and avoiding the burnout trap. Includes what to focus on each month.

By EZ Tutor 12 min read Study Plan
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Maths · 11+ · Problem Solving
11+ Maths Problem Solving: The 5-Step Method That Beats Any Question

Word problems, multi-step calculations and unfamiliar contexts are where most 11+ Maths marks are won or lost. Here's the systematic approach our tutors teach every student.

By EZ Tutor 9 min read Technique Guide
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Maths · 11+ · Topics
The 12 Maths Topics Every 11+ Student Must Know Cold

From fractions and percentages to ratio, sequences and speed-distance-time — a complete topic-by-topic breakdown of exactly what GL and CEM Maths tests, with revision priorities for each.

By EZ Tutor 11 min read Topic Breakdown
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Learning Science · Revision · Study Skills
How Children Learn Best: The Revision Techniques That Actually Work

Rereading notes and highlighting feel productive but barely work. This guide covers the techniques — spaced repetition, retrieval practice, interleaving — that cognitive science proves actually stick.

By EZ Tutor 10 min read Learning Science
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