The Godolphin & Latymer Standard: Measuring Potential For The 11+

Godolphin & Latymer in Hammersmith is a true academic powerhouse. For girls who are intellectually curious and ready to be challenged, it offers an environment that is both empowering and rigorous. However, the school has intentionally evolved its 11+ process to move away from traditional "teaching to the test."

The Focus on Cognitive Ability

Unlike many other schools, Godolphin has shifted towards using the ISEB Pre-test and bespoke Cognitive Ability Tests (CATs). This is a strategic move to identify raw potential rather than just looking at what a child has been drilled on in school. These tests look at verbal, non-verbal, quantitative, and spatial reasoning.

The goal is to see how a girl thinks under pressure and how she solves problems she hasn't encountered before. If a candidate is shortlisted, she is then invited for an interview which further explores her intellectual agility. It is a process designed to find the brightest minds who will thrive in a high-octane academic setting.

Our Approach

Exceptional Academics is a leading London tutoring agency providing expert, bespoke educational services to pupils in the UK and internationally. Because Godolphin focuses on cognitive ability, our preparation is focused on "thinking skills" rather than just curriculum content. We help girls become familiar with the logic behind CATs, allowing them to approach the day with a calm, analytical mindset.

Thinking about Godolphin & Latymer? To learn more about our tailored approach to cognitive assessment preparation, contact our team today at info@exceptionalacademics.com.