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How to prepare for the Eton and Harrow 13+ Scholarship Exams

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

Sobia February, 2020 2 Comments

Applying to Eton College: The 13+ Admissions Procedure explained

In this blog, Sobia - an experienced school entrance tutor - explains the Eton College admissions procedure for 13+ candidates, and provides a clear step-by-step guide of what to expect at the different stages.

Sobia January, 2020

Preparing for the 7 Plus and 8 Plus 2019/2020: top tips to take away from last year’s exams

In this blog, Hannah shares her top lessons learned from the 2018/2019 round of 7 Plus and 8 Plus exams. If you are entering your child for the 7+ or 8+ in the next couple of months, these helpful tips and observations from a full-time, professional tutor will give you a flavour of the kinds of things to expect from these assessments.

Owl Tutors November, 2019 3 Comments

Preparing for the St Paul’s 7 and 8 Plus dictation test: tips for success

This year, St Paul’s School are changing things up for the 7 and 8 Plus entrance exams, and the English paper will now include a dictation rather than a creative writing task (composition). It is worth considering that other schools may follow suit, and in this blog, Meredith sets out how best to prepare for this exam format.

Meredith October, 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.

Owl Tutors October, 2018 4 Comments

How to get into University College School at 7+

Are you hoping for your child to win one of the places at University College School at 7+? Read on! This blog tells you everything you need to know about the application process: from registering your child to applying, exams and the interview process.

Rosie July, 2018

How to get into The Haberdashers’ Aske’s Girls’ School at 7+

Are you hoping for your child to win one of the places at Haberdashers’ Aske’s Girls’ School at 7+? Read on! This blog tells you everything you need to know about the application process: from registering your child to applying, exams and the interview process.

Rosie July, 2018

How to get into The Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School at 7+

Are you hoping for your child to win one of the places at Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School at 7+? Read on! This blog tells you everything you need to know about the application process: from registering your child to applying, exams and the interview process.

Rosie July, 2018

How to get into South Hampstead High School at 7+

Are you hoping for your child to win one of the places at South Hampstead at 7+? Read on! This blog tells you everything you need to know about the application process: from registering your child to applying, exams and the interview process.

Rosie July, 2018

How to get into North London Collegiate school at 7+

Are you hoping for your child to win one of the places at North London Collegiate School at 7+? This guide tells you everything you need to know about the application process: from registering your child, to pre-tests, exams and the interview.