Verbal Reasoning

Verbal reasoning is often used to test aptitude levels in children. Although it is not taught separately as part of the primary curriculum, the knowledge and skills that underpin reasoning are integral to teaching and learning in a range of subjects.

It tests a wide range of children’s competencies, such as their ability to:

• process verbal information

• apply logical thinking and problem-solving skills

• find and follow patterns and rules

• determine word meaning

• spell accurately

• apply basic maths skills