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Free 11+ Resources

Practical, free 11+ resources you can download and use with your child today: checklists, reading lists and more.

11+ Vocabulary Tracker

A printable tracker for building the vocabulary the 11+ rewards. Each time your child meets an unfamiliar word, they break it into its prefix, root and suffix, record its meaning, a synonym and a context sentence, then spot other words that share the same root. Includes a handy reference table of common prefixes, roots and suffixes to get started.

  • A step-by-step routine for decoding unfamiliar words
  • Space to log prefixes, roots, suffixes, meanings and synonyms
  • A reference table of common word parts to build from
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11+ Creative Writing Checklist

A printable checklist of everything examiners look for in the 11+ creative writing task, from ambitious vocabulary and varied sentence openers to figurative language and accurate punctuation. Use it as a quick self-marking tool every time your child finishes a piece of writing. For worked examples, see our guide to 11+ creative writing examples.

  • The key features that win marks in 11+ creative writing
  • A simple self-check children can use independently
  • Ideal for Year 4 and Year 5 writers
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Classic Reading List for the 11+

A curated reading list of classic novels and extracts that build the vocabulary, inference and comprehension skills tested in the 11+ exam. Boards such as GL regularly draw on older, literary texts, and this guide helps you choose books your child will genuinely enjoy. For more on the exam itself, read our parent's guide to 11+ comprehension.

  • Carefully chosen classic titles for Year 3 to Year 6 readers
  • Why classic texts matter for 11+ comprehension
  • Tips for reading together as a family
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Free Games to Practise English Skills

A collection of simple games and activities to support your child's learning. A fun, low-pressure way to build the vocabulary, SPaG and reading skills that underpin 11+ success, without your child feeling like they are revising.

  • Quick games for vocabulary, spelling and reading
  • No special equipment needed
  • Great for car journeys, mealtimes and downtime
PDF · 3 pages Download PDF

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