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A clear guide to the Test of Mathematics for University Admission — how it works, how it’s scored, and which universities and courses require or recommend it.
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The personal statement is now three questions, not one essay. What the new 2026 format involves, what admissions tutors look for, and how to make each answer count.
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There is no single 11+. A clear guide to the three routes Essex families face — which schools use which exam, and what each one actually tests.
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The exam falls in September of Year 6 — earlier than most parents expect. A year-by-year guide to when to begin, and what to do at each stage.
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An honest look at what mock exams do well, where they fall short, and how to use them to build confidence, pacing and exam technique.
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The study techniques that genuinely work, the ones to be wary of, and how to build motivation that lasts — for children and parents.
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