11+ English practice at home
The 11+ looks different depending on where you live and which schools you apply to. Whatever the format, the same skills sit underneath it: understanding what is read, a wide vocabulary and clear writing.
Check what your target schools ask for
Different areas and independent schools use different 11+ papers, and some include writing while others test only multiple choice. Check each school's own guidance first. Our 11+ English explained article sets out what varies.
The skills worth building from Year 4
- Comprehension: reading a passage closely and answering with evidence.
- Vocabulary: learning new words in context and using them in their own writing.
- Inference: working out what is meant but not said.
- Writing: planning a story or an argument and finishing it with a clear ending.
How LiteracyLab AI fits in
- Free reading worksheets for Years 3 to 6 with answer keys.
- Online passages that explain every answer, including, on Premium, a short written question marked by the AI from Year 3.
- Writing feedback on stories and persuasive pieces: a strength, a next step and a corrected version of their own work.
- A vocabulary bank that builds from every word your child is taught, with flashcards and a quiz.
What it does not do
LiteracyLab AI does not replicate any particular 11+ exam, and it does not predict a pass or a score. It is a way to practise reading and writing regularly, with feedback, alongside whatever exam preparation you choose.
Common questions
Does LiteracyLab AI follow the 11+ exam format?
No. It builds the underlying reading, vocabulary and writing skills with practice that matches your child's school year, and does not copy any 11+ paper.
Can it replace a tutor?
It gives quick, specific feedback between lessons. A tutor or teacher knows your child in a way no tool does.
Try it free
LiteracyLab AI reads a child's own writing and gives specific feedback: what worked, one thing to try next, and a corrected version, matched to their year and curriculum. The Free plan includes 3 pieces a month and needs no card.
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