This 4-page PDF document contains invaluable advice for pupils applying to independent schools at 11+ and 13+. Topics covered include:

• preparing for online and in-person interviews
• common questions and ways to answer them
• how to present yourself positively
• The ‘but…’ rule

Based on my extensive experience as an independent school teacher and tutor, this document will help pupils present themselves in the best possible way to support their application to the school of choice. This is part 1 of a series of resources written to support pupils taking entrance tests to independent schools, where an interview is part of the application process.

Having qualified as a teacher over thirty years ago, I worked in a number of independent schools before setting up my own private tuition service in Cambridge, where there is fierce competition for places at independent schools like The Perse and The Leys. I have a Master’s Degree from Cambridge University and an exemplary track record in helping pupils obtain places at some of the most highly academic and prestigious school in the UK.

I would be most grateful to receive your honest review for this resource and welcome any constructive criticism or suggestions you would like to offer that may help me to tailor this or future resources to meet your needs.