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11 Plus Preparation Challenges (And How to Overcome Them)

Discover the top 11 Plus challenges and expert ways to help your child overcome them easily and effectively.

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11 Plus Preparation Challenges (And How to Overcome Them)

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  1. 11 Plus Preparation Challenges (And How to Overcome Them)

  2. Introduction In some parts of the UK, Year 6 students take the 11 Plus exam to secure positions in Year 7 in top grammar schools. Students must prepare effectively for the 11 Plus exam to pass it and achieve high scores. The 11 Plus exam preparation journey is no short of challenging for both parents and children. Children face challenges such as difficulty understanding tough topics, managing time, etc., while preparing for the 11 Plus exam. Here, we explores in detail the 11 Plus challenges Year 6 students face and includes effective and proven strategies to overcome those challenges.

  3. 11 Plus Preparation Challenges and How to Overcome Them? Students face enormous 11 Plus preparation challenges. The following are the significant challenges students face in preparing for the grammar school entrance exam.

  4. 1. Difficulty Understanding Various Concepts The 11 Plus exam assesses Year 6 students in Maths, English, Vocabulary, Verbal and Nonverbal Reasoning. Maths word problems create worry for many children. Many students often struggle to grasp logical verbal reasoning concepts, such as pattern recognition Children find it challenging to write English comprehension questions. How to Overcome: Hire Online Tutor: Extra 11 Plus help, such as hiring an online tutor, can help your child master complex concepts. Highly qualified 11 Plus tutors help your child effectively cover all key 11 Plus subjects, develop exam techniques, and feel ready for the exam. Step-by-step Preparation: Targeted, adequate step-by-step preparation can help your child understand the complex concepts.

  5. 2. Exam Anxiety The 2 most prmoinent factors that contribute to the exam anxiety are exam pressure and a lack of effective 11 Plus exam preparation and revision. How to Overcome: Effective Revision: Many parents and children underestimate the importance of revision, but it is highly effective and helps overcome exam anxiety. With over 24 years of experience, Adnan Khan Tutoring offers the best, highly affordable online 11 Plus summer revision course led by expert tutors. Open Communication: Talk to your child, ask them how they're feeling, praise their efforts, and tell them to believe in themselves and their work. Mock Exams: Mock exams familiarise your child with the exam format, which somewhat reduces your child's nervousness about the exam. Breathing Exercises: You can teach your child breathing exercises to calm their nerves and reduce anxiety.

  6. 3. Time Management With school, extracurricular activities, and family time, many children struggle to manage their time for preparation. Many get tired trying to manage time, which affects their performance. How to Overcome: Study Schedule: Make an effective study schedule to help your child prepare effectively and stay on track Time Tracking Apps: Your child can use different time tracking apps to manage time during 11 Plus preparation effectively Take Breaks: Include breaks in the 11 Plus preparation schedule to avoid exhaustion.

  7. 4. 11 Plus Exam Pressure The 11 Plus exam is highly competitive, and students feel the pressure. It is the desire of every parent that their child scores well in the 11 Plus exam. This expectation translates into exam pressure for children. How to Overcome: Open Communication: Openly communicate with your child about the pressure they feel. Celebrate Small Wins: Celebrate your child's small wins and efforts to boost their confidence.

  8. 5. Struggle to Maintain Motivation Many students lose motivation midway through their 11 Plus preparation due to difficulty grasping various concepts. How to Overcome: Set Clear Goals: Help your child set clear, small, achievable goals during 11 Plus preparation so they don't lose motivation midway.

  9. 6. Lack of Practice Resources Practice is the key to success. Many students avoid practising concepts they find challenging or practice irregularly. How to Overcome: Provide Effective Practice Resources: Give your child effective practice resources, such as practice tests and worksheets, to help them practice regularly.

  10. Conclusions Students preparing for the 11 Plus exam face exam anxiety, difficulty understanding various concepts, struggle to maintain motivation, and struggle to manage time. Parents can help their child overcome 11 Plus exam preparation struggles by providing effective exam resources and boosting their confidence with regular practice tests, mock exams and positive encouragement.

  11. Ready to Use the Summer Wisely? If your child is preparing for the 11 Plus, this summer is the perfect time to catch up, revise tricky topics, and build confidence without school stress. Contact us today to enrol your child in our 11 Plus Summer Booster Course and boost their confidence for exam success! www.adnankhantutoring.co.uk info@adnankhantutoring.co.uk 07779995500

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