Recommended 11+ Resources
There’s a whole world of 11+ resources out there and it can be hard to know which ones are best. I’ve complied a list of some of my favourites and some recommendations to make choosing the best resources for your child a little bit easier! If you have used any great resources with your child then please get in touch to share them with me.
Things to consider when choosing resources
Exam board - question types vary a lot between exam boards, so it’s crucial that you are using resources for the test your child will sit.
Age range - many 11+ resources are tailored to make them accessible for younger learners who are beginning preparation early, so checking the age range will ensure your child is being challenged appropriately.
Format - consider whether your child will prefer to sit and work through written papers and worksheets or if they would prefer an app or online resource to ensure your child will engage with any materials you invest in.
Recommendations
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Practice Books
CGP 11+ GL Practice Books Age 10-11
These practice books cover the entire GL 11+ curriculum and break each subject down into individual topics. They are a great option for focussed revision on topics as well as containing mixed practice tests at the back.
10 Minute Tests
CGP 11+ GL 10 Minute Tests
For shorter, mixed practice questions, the 10 minute tests from CGP are a great option.
GL Practice Papers
GL Assessment 11+ Practice Papers Bundle
These papers are very closely matched to the exam taken in Warwickshire as they are produced by the exam board GL.
HQ Learning Resources
There are also lots of resources you can find on my website! Everything on here is created by me to match the GL exam as closely as possible and based on my 10+ years of classroom teaching.
11+ Annotation Key Bookmarks – Printable Digital Download
Help your child turn every reading passage into an organised, high‑impact study tool with these printable Annotation Key bookmarks. Designed especially for 11+ preparation, each bookmark gives children a clear visual reminder of what to look for while they read:
Vocab – circled for tricky or new words
Key Facts – underlined so vital information stands out
Description – wavy underline for vivid setting and character details
♡ Feelings – to track characters’ emotions and mood
☆ Literary Devices – to spot similes, metaphors and other techniques
The double‑sided design features four identical bookmarks per page: one side with the simple annotation key, and the other with motivating, education‑themed illustrations (books, lightbulbs, graduation caps and more) in a calm purple palette.
Perfect for home learning, tutoring sessions or classroom use, this digital download can be printed as many times as you need. Just print on card (or print and laminate), cut along the lines, and your child has a ready‑made strategy in their book for every comprehension task.