Question 1

What is the 11+ exam?

Accepted Answer

The 11+ is a selective entrance examination taken by children aged 10–11 to gain entry to grammar schools and academically selective independent schools in the UK. The format varies by region and school: SET (Sutton Selective Eligibility Test), GL Assessment, CEM, ISEB, and CSSE are the main formats.

Question 2

How is Smartr different from other 11+ preparation platforms?

Accepted Answer

Most platforms serve questions from a fixed library — children eventually see the same questions twice. Smartr generates brand-new practice papers for every session, targeted at your child's current weak topics. It also maintains a personalised word bank so English papers never repeat vocabulary your child has already seen, and it ingests notes from your child's human tutor to keep AI preparation aligned with their weekly lessons.

Question 3

Which 11+ exam formats does Smartr support?

Accepted Answer

Smartr supports all major UK 11+ formats: SET (Sutton Selective Eligibility Test — 5 options, multi-correct), GL Assessment (4 options, single correct), CEM, ISEB, and CSSE. Papers are generated to the exact specification of each format.

Question 4

Is Smartr free?

Accepted Answer

Smartr is currently free for families joining the pilot programme. Founding pilot families will receive free access throughout their preparation period.

Question 5

How long should you prepare for the 11+?

Accepted Answer

Most families preparing for competitive grammar schools such as Sutton Grammar, Wilson's School, or Wallington County Grammar begin preparation 12–18 months before the exam, typically in Year 4 or early Year 5. Smartr supports the full preparation journey from baseline assessment through to exam-day revision.

Question 6

Can Smartr work alongside a private tutor?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Smartr is designed to complement your child's human tutor, not replace them. You can paste your tutor's handwritten notes into Smartr after each session and it will update your child's weak-topic profile accordingly, ensuring AI-generated practice reinforces what your tutor is working on.

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