The 11+ and 13+ Handbook ― A Parent's Guide to the Selection Process for Independent Schools in the Uk

The process of choosing the right independent senior school for your child, and then gaining admission, can be bewildering and nerve-wracking for parents. This handbook guides you through the 11+ and 13+ admissions procedures in detail, giving a clear and balanced overview of what you need to do to be selected for the most competitive of schools.

The 11+ and 13+ Handbook answers a myriad of questions about admissions, including:
- How do I decide which school is right for my child?
- How competitive will the entry process be?
- What will the exams involve?
- How do I prepare my child?
- Should I hire a tutor?
- What will my child be asked in the interviews?
- How do I go about getting a bursary?
- What difficulties might I face applying from a state school?
- What difficulties might I face applying from outside the UK?
- Where do I go for information about the schools?
- What are the best resources to help us prepare?

Most importantly, it approaches these questions from the perspective of a parent, offering advice and suggestions that go beyond what you will hear from school heads, admissions staff and teachers. It is an essential resource for 11+ and 13+ parents.