11+ CEM Exam Courses
The CEM (Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring) 11+ exam is designed to assess a child’s verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, numerical ability, and comprehension skills. Unlike GL, CEM focuses more on problem-solving, time pressure, and mixed-question formats to prevent excessive rote learning. This structured syllabus prepares students for success in all key areas.
Level 1: Beginner
Introduction to CEM 11+ & Exam Strategy
Module 1: Understanding the CEM 11+ Format
What is CEM 11+?
How it differs from GL Assessment.
Skills-based vs. knowledge-based assessment.
Understanding time constraints and question types.
Mixed-paper approach (questions from different subjects appear together).
How CEM exams prevent question predictability.
Module 2: Core Subjects & Weightage
Verbal Reasoning: Vocabulary, comprehension, and logic-based language skills.
Non-Verbal Reasoning: Patterns, sequences, spatial awareness, and problem-solving.
Mathematics: Arithmetic, problem-solving, word problems, and algebraic reasoning.
Comprehension & Literacy Skills: Understanding complex texts, inference, and grammar.
Module 3: Exam Skills & Techniques
How to manage timing pressure effectively.
Skipping and returning to difficult questions.
Speed vs. accuracy : knowing when to guess.
Recognizing tricky questions and distractors.
Importance of working out calculations on paper.
Level 2: Intermediate
Mathematical & Numerical Reasoning
Module 4: Essential Math Skills for CEM 11+
Number operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
Prime numbers, factors, and multiples.
BODMAS & Order of Operations.
Fractions, decimals, and percentages.
Ratios and proportion basics.
Basic probability & statistics (mean, median, mode).
Module 5: Word Problems & Logical Math
Multi-step problem-solving.
Translating words into numerical equations.
Time, speed, and distance problems.
Money-related questions & real-world applications.
Graph interpretation and data analysis.
Verbal Reasoning & Comprehension
Module 6: Vocabulary & Word Power
Commonly tested 11+ words & their meanings.
Synonyms, antonyms, and homophones.
Cloze tests & missing word exercises.
Word analogies & relationships.
Module 7: Comprehension Mastery
Reading fiction & non-fiction passages.
Identifying main ideas & supporting details.
Making inferences & deductions.
Answering true/false/not mentioned questions.
Spotting author’s intent & tone in passages.
Non-Verbal Reasoning (NVR)
Module 8: Pattern Recognition & Spatial Awareness
Finding the odd one out.
Identifying missing shapes & sequences.
3D visualization & cube-based problems.
Symmetry & mirror images.
Module 9: Logical Sequences & Coding
Letter & number coding techniques.
Matrix completion & shape transformation.
Understanding rotating and flipped images.
Level 3: Advanced
Exam Simulation & Time-Bound Practice
Module 10: Rapid Calculation & Mental Math Tricks
Quick addition & subtraction strategies.
Square numbers & multiplication shortcuts.
Estimation & rounding for faster calculations.
Reverse-engineering answers using options.
Module 11: Complex Comprehension & Inference Skills
Understanding tone, bias, and intent in texts.
Handling longer passages with multiple viewpoints.
Answering time-pressured comprehension questions efficiently.
Module 12: Advanced Verbal Reasoning Challenges
Higher-level synonym & antonym challenges.
Dual-meaning words & tricky vocabulary traps.
Sentence completion strategies under time pressure.
Module 13: Non-Verbal Reasoning Mastery
Advanced series & sequence problems.
Strategies for eliminating incorrect choices quickly.
Spatial awareness puzzles for top scorers.
Level 4: Exam Readiness & Mock Tests
Final Preparation for the CEM 11+
Module 14: Exam-Taking Strategies & Common Pitfalls
Understanding how adaptive difficulty levels work.
Managing stress & fatigue on exam day.
Time management practice : balancing accuracy & speed.
Recognizing distractors & trick questions.
Module 15: Full-Length Mock Exams & Performance Analysis
Mock Exam 1: Time-bound simulation with feedback.
Mock Exam 2: Increased difficulty for stretching problem-solving skills.
Exam Review: Identifying weak areas & last-minute improvement tips.