The cheat code for the CSSE comprehension paper.
11 Plus Panda is a comprehension tutor built specifically for the CSSE 11+. Seventy-five past-paper-style tasks, instant marking and weakness tracking — so your child practises the right skills, in the right format, every week.
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Why we built this
Hi, I'm Doug. I built 11 Plus Panda for my own daughter.
Eighteen months before her CSSE exam, I was in the dark. Her school was doing some prep, we had a brilliant tutor, and there were a handful of online tools — but I still couldn't answer the questions every parent asks: How is she doing? What skills is she missing? How can I help?
I taught for five years before this, and I knew one thing: every exam has a code. A shortcut. A teaching method that significantly improves results. So I spent three months unpicking seven years of CSSE past papers — and a lot of coffee — until I'd worked out the code.
The structure that works
Short tests. Taken often. With instant feedback.
After teaching for five years, I knew exactly what the right practice looks like. The science isn't complicated — but almost no tool delivers it for the CSSE.
Test the right skills, in the right setting
Past-paper-style questions in the exact format of the CSSE — not a generic 11+ workbook.
Fast feedback
Immediate marking and clear, specific guidance on what to fix next.
Brutally consistent
Three or four short, sharp sessions a week — that's what moves the needle.
Work the right areas
Re-test weaknesses; don't waste time grinding skills your child already has.
Pricing
One simple plan. Everything included.
Everything your child needs to prepare with confidence.
11Plus Panda Pro
- Unlimited access to every CSSE and Skills test
- Full AI-graded reports for every attempt
- Audio feedback and explanations
- New tests added regularly
- Cancel anytime — no long-term commitment
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Frequently asked
Questions parents ask us
What is the CSSE 11+ exam?
The CSSE 11+ is the entrance exam for the Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex. It tests English (including comprehension), Maths and creative writing under tight time pressure, and is designed to identify the top ~5% of candidates.
What does the CSSE comprehension paper test?
The CSSE comprehension paper tests four core skills: inference and deduction, author techniques, information retrieval, and vocabulary in context — all under time pressure on adult-level texts.
How long does it take to prepare a child for CSSE comprehension?
If your child is already a confident reader, around six months of structured practice — short, frequent sessions with immediate feedback — is enough to build the comprehension skills the CSSE requires.
How often should my child practise?
Three to four short, sharp sessions a week is the sweet spot. Consistency matters more than length: regular practice with immediate feedback moves the needle faster than occasional long sessions.
How is 11 Plus Panda different from other 11+ tools?
11 Plus Panda is built only for the CSSE comprehension paper — not a generic 11+ workbook. Every task is modelled on real past papers, marked instantly, and tracked against the four specific skills the CSSE tests.
Who built 11 Plus Panda?
11 Plus Panda was built by Doug, a former teacher of five years, alongside his friend Dan. Doug created the first version while preparing his own daughter for the CSSE 11+.
What age is 11 Plus Panda for?
11 Plus Panda is designed for children in Year 5 (ages 9–10) preparing to sit the CSSE 11+ in Year 6, though it's also useful for confident Year 4 readers starting early.
Do I need a tutor as well?
No — 11 Plus Panda works as a standalone comprehension programme. But it pairs well with a tutor: parents and tutors can use the weakness reports to focus sessions on exactly the skills that need work.
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