Preparing for the 11+ and 13+ interview: Five tips for success

Is your child worried about an upcoming interview at 11 or 13 Plus? Finnian, one of our most experienced school entrance tutors, gives a valuable set of tips and hints for both parents and students in how to succeed at this tricky point in the process.

Finnian November, 2019

The Benefits of Working with an “All-Round” tutor for 11+ and 13+

In this blog, professional tutor Sobia outlines the benefits of having an all-round tutor who can teach all subjects tested at 11+ and 13+ level.

Sobia October, 2019

Owl Tutors in the i Newspaper

The Common Entrance exam has been used since 1904 to select pupils for entry to private schools. The i Newspaper took a look at sample questions written by Owl Tutors to see just how hard the exams can be.

Lawrence October, 2019

How to prepare for School Entrance Interviews: Tips and Techniques

In this blog Sobia discusses the daunting process of interviewing for a school place, and outlines possible questions asked as well as tips and techniques for success.

Sobia October, 2019

Preparing for 13 Plus English and Scholarship exams: understanding 19th Century novels

Josephine is an experienced English teacher and school entrance tutor. Here, she provides 6 clear steps that will allow pupils to breakdown the complex language of the 19th Century novel, which will stand 13 Plus scholarship candidates in good stead.

Josephine September, 2019

How to Pass 13 plus Common Entrance Science (Part 2: Revision and exam technique)

In this blog - the second of a two-part series - Science tutor Phil provides advice on revision methods and exam technique for students sitting 13 Plus Common entrance Science. Once the basics have been mastered, a thorough revision plan and knowing what to expect in the exam will set students up for success.

Phil September, 2019

How to Pass 13 plus Common Entrance Science (Part 1: Mastering the basics)

In this blog, Phil, an experienced school entrance tutor, sets out how students can ensure success at 13 Plus Common entrance Science. Mastering the basic theories, equations and laws is essential and Phil provides a helpful list of topics which simply must be memorised by 13 Plus candidates. This is the first of a two part series.

Phil September, 2019

How to prepare for the Eton and Harrow 13+ Exams

In this blog, Sobia takes an in depth look at the 13+ Harrow and Eton scholarship English, Maths and Science papers, and offer some useful tips to keep in mind.

Sobia March, 2019

How to apply to Eton: understanding the application process

Eton is arguably the most famous boarding school in the world. In this blog, Ed sets out the main aspects of the Eton admissions procedure with hints and tips that might maximise your son's chances.

Ed October, 2018

Ten things I’ve learned about the Radley 13+ Maths Scholarship examination

In this blog, Emma discusses the skills needed to successfully approach the Radley 13+ Maths Scholarship papers.

Emma December, 2017 2 Comments

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