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A Guide to the 7 Plus Examinations
The 7+ is sat by students in Year 2 for entry into their new school in Year 3. Students typically take the 7+ in January of Year 2, but it is worth noting that some schools require students to sit them before Christmas. It is important for parents to check the admissions section of their intended schools’ websites to confirm dates.
7 Plus Interview Questions
How do I prepare my child for a 7 plus interview? A good starting point for preparing your child for the 7 plus interview would be to simply have regular conversations with them on any topic. Conversing with your child – taking turns in listening and speaking, with questions and answers included – will help your child to interpret and respond to the interviewer’s questions.
Webinar: The 7 Plus and 8 Plus
Keystone's Director of Education, Ed Richardson, is joined by Steph Kitson-Smith, one of Keystone's most experienced tutors, to discuss the 7+ and 8+.
7 Plus Reading List
Reading List for children in Year 1 and Year 2 (Age 6 and 7) Parents often ask us for reading recommendations and so we have compiled the following list below as a good starting point! These are all either personal favourites or recommended on well renowned book lists.
7 Plus Vocabulary List
Six to seven year olds expand their vocabulary at a rapid rate, learning 5-10 words a day. While these are mostly learnt indirectly through everyday experiences, such as through discussion and reading, direct teaching can consolidate and improve a child’s vocabulary knowledge in readiness for the 7+ exam.
Where to Find Good 7 Plus Past Papers, and How to Use Them
Past papers are a great resource for anyone preparing to take an exam, no matter how young.
How do I Know Whether My Child Should Take the 7 Plus or 8 Plus?
Historically boys would sit for the 8+ and girls for the 7+. This was based around the fact that it was traditionally accepted that boys mature a little later than girls at this age. Assessing them later meant that they had more time to develop and show their true potential. However, nowadays many schools offer both 7+ and 8+ entry and as such parents have the option to consider which might be most suitable.
Book Your Family in for an MOT with Keystone’s Education Health Check!
Unsure about how to monitor your child’s education, or keen to have an unbiased opinion regarding progress and future goals? .
Primary Level Resources for the Home
In the primary phase of education, it is important that children secure the fundamentals. This truth especially holds for the fundamental topics in English and Maths, without which future academic progress is made significantly more difficult.
