When one of my first 11 Plus students first sat down to attempt a practice 11+ writing task, I watched his confidence crumble in real-time. Despite being a bright child who loved reading, he froze when faced with a blank page and a ticking clock. His first attempts were disorganised, basic, and nowhere near the standard required for grammar school entrance exams.

It was heart-wrenching. I knew he had the potential, but something wasn’t clicking. After trying various books and worksheets with minimal improvement, I began searching for a more structured approach. That’s when I developed the 11+ Writing Courses that would completely transform not just his writing, but his entire approach to learning.

I’m sharing our journey because I know so many parents are in the same position – watching a capable child struggle with writing and wondering how to help. If that sounds familiar, this honest account might be exactly what you need.

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