Hey, everyone, I know many have joined recently. I want to reach out to ask you what help you need and I will try my best to do this. I can help you with information, resources and guidance. For those who want to find out about grammar schools, here is a Grammar School Guide on my online store. It is free to download. https://the11plusjourney.co.uk/product/grammar-school-admissions-guide/ If you tell me exactly what you need, I can direct you to the relevant information. All the very best and good luck in your efforts.

We’ve just wrapped up a fantastic Vocabulary Challenge last week- three days of focused, lively sessions where children had fun with learning about word traps. Everyone who registered received ✅ The full workbook ✅ All three replays ✅ Daily PDFs used during the challenge If you weren’t registered but feel the FOMO, you can still get the workbook! It's available in our online shop and is perfect to try the challenge independently at your own pace. Use it to build a strong foundation, especially if you’re planning to join the February Half-Term Verbal Reasoning Masterclass on 16th February (1 hour, live + recording available). 👀 Quick heads up: this masterclass isn’t taught by Sheena. It is taught by Dale, a brilliant tutor we trust. What’s coming up next… 🔹 Parent Webinar Tuesdays at 7 p.m.We’re restarting our weekly bite-sized sessions — no fluff, just practical strategies. Register here: 👉 Zoom Meeting. This week's topic is 'Am I on track?' 🔹 Coming soon:– A new Vocabulary + Comprehension Challenge– A Parent-only session on Managing Stress & Staying Focused(because February is crunch time!) I’ll let you know as soon as these go live in the shop. We all talk about doing more but the real change comes from doing, not just planning. So, if you're feeling the energy this February, channel it into one small action today. Let’s get going.

Today I was learning about something called a “million-dollar offer”.Not in the money sense. But in the sense of clarity. Knowing exactly what problem you solve and why it matters. And it made me think about words. Words were the difference for my children. Not extra papers. Not rushing ahead. But having words in their toolbox. My children needed words to understand the question and answer it. They needed words to answer comprehension questions that seemed complicated. Words helped them write creative writing pieces that stood out from the rest and impressed examiners. Words are life- conversations, emails, thoughts, stories. When children have words, they can explain what they mean. They can understand what they read. They stop second-guessing themselves in tests. They express ideas clearly in writing. I saw this first-hand with my own children. It is why they passed grammar school exams. It is why I wrote the book, What’s My Word? Because once words click, everything else feels lighter. That is the vision behind our 3 Day Vocabulary Challenge. No memorising lists. This challenge is about helping children notice words, understand them and use them naturally through stories, conversation and everyday thinking. Vocabulary is often the quiet reason children struggle later on. Not because they cannot read.But because the words slowly become harder, denser, and more precise. This vocabulary challenge runs live at 5.30 pm on 26th, 27th and 28th January. The workbook is currently being finalised and links will be sent a few days before. This may not be for everyone. That is absolutely fine. But for some of you, I know this is the missing piece you have been thinking about. If that is you, you can join us here https://the11plusjourney.co.uk/product/the-vocabulary-challenge-january-2026/ Places usually fill quickly.

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I wanted to share something important with you, especially as we head into the January holidays. Vocabulary is often the quiet deal breaker in the 11+. Not because children cannot read.But because as the years go on, the words become harder, denser and more precise. At the beginning, children cope. Later on, vocabulary becomes the barrier. This is exactly why we are running our 3-day Vocabulary Challenge this January. It is designed to show children how to build a strong vocabulary bank through everyday experiences, reading together, and family conversations. No memorising endless lists. No dry teaching.Just practical strategies that stick. If you are interested in the thinking behind this approach, this short video is well worth watching https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTn7IEwygDs The challenge will run live at 5.30 pm each day on 26th, 27th and 28th January 2026. It is suitable for children in Years 4 to 6 and will be taught by Sheena Ager, author of over 16 vocabulary books and workbooks and hosted by us at The 11 Plus Journey. These sessions tend to fill up quickly, particularly because parents know how central vocabulary is to comprehension, verbal reasoning and confident writing. The new year is the perfect time to reset, slow down and start building vocabulary in a way that feels natural and achievable. You can book your place here https://the11plusjourney.co.uk/product/the-vocabulary-challenge-january-2026/ Thanks to all those who have booked. Please note that all instructions regarding emails are clear on the link above. You don't need to panic. I don't need to tell you... But in case you want a reminder. The places in this challenge fill up quickly, and early booking is strongly recommended. If you are part of our year 4/5 program, this challenge is part of your package. Please don't book. Your link will be on the SKOOL calendar.