Recommended Entrance‑Exam Resources
The right tools make all the difference. Below is our hand‑picked selection of 11+ resources, each one used and trusted by our tutors. Every link is an Amazon affiliate, so each purchase also supports Mindful Tuition.
Practice Papers
CGP 11+ Assessment Practice Papers
A set of six timed papers that mirror the GL Assessment format exactly – perfect for realistic at‑home mocks and building exam stamina.
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Targeted practice covering tricky comprehension and non‑verbal reasoning question types, complete with step‑by‑step answers.
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An additional book of mixed‑format papers ideal for revision weeks and filling specific skill gaps before the big day.
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Eight full‑length mock tests plus downloadable audio – great for practising under timed, exam‑style conditions.
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Four complete workbooks covering every subject tested at 11+ – a cost‑effective way to structure weekly homework.
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Bond Verbal Reasoning Handbook
The essential guide to every VR question type, packed with worked examples and quick‑fire techniques pupils can apply instantly.
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CGP Vocabulary Flashcards
200 high‑frequency 11+ words with definitions, synonyms and sample sentences – ideal for daily five‑minute drills.
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Colour‑coded cards that build spelling, definition and usage skills – perfect for car journeys and quick quizzes.
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A year‑round desk calendar of descriptive words and hilarious cartoons that supercharge creative writing.
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Visual mnemonics link tough words to memorable images, helping vocabulary stick faster and longer.
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Short, engaging non‑verbal reasoning puzzles that sharpen pattern‑recognition skills one card at a time.
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Times‑Tables Practice Book
A lively workbook filled with speed challenges, puzzles and progress trackers – turns table practice into a game.
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100 exam‑style maths problems covering arithmetic, fractions and word problems – excellent for on‑the‑go revision.
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Creative Writing: Examples & Guide
Step‑by‑step approach to story structure, descriptive techniques and examiner expectations, with model answers.
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