The process of choosing the right independent senior school for your child, and then gaining admission, can be bewildering and nerve-wracking for parents. This handbook guides you through the 11+ and 13+ admissions procedures in detail, giving a clear and balanced overview of what you need to do to be selected for the most competitive of schools. The 11+ and 13+ Handbook answers a myriad of questions about admissions, including: - How do I decide which school is right for my child? - How competitive will the entry process be? - What will the exams involve? - How do I prepare my child? - Should I hire a tutor? - What will my child be asked in the interviews? - How do I go about getting a bursary? - What difficulties might I face applying from a state school? - What difficulties might I face applying from outside the UK? - Where do I go for information about the schools? - What are the best resources to help us prepare? Most importantly, it approaches these questions from the perspective of a parent, offering advice and suggestions that go beyond what you will hear from school heads, admissions staff and teachers. It is an essential resource for 11+ and 13+ parents.