GRADE 5 • COGAT® LEVEL 11 • 16-WEEK 1:1 PROGRAM
Master the CogAT® Level 11 with 1:1 Precision
The CogAT Level 11 marks the transition to middle-school gifted standards, demanding advanced algebraic systems, second-order sequences, nuanced semantic registers, and 3-fold spatial logic. WhizPrep's elite 16-week 1:1 curriculum equips 5th graders with executive reasoning frameworks, diagnostic rigor, and test-day composure.
The WhizPrep 1:1 advantage
Abstract Executive Logic
We train students to decode complex 3-step operations, simultaneous equations, and multi-layered patterns.
Root-Cause Error Diagnostics
Mistakes are analyzed across 6 precise cognitive codes (Concept Gap, Misread, Careless Slip, Pattern Blindness, Time, or Second-Guessing).
Strategic Adaptive Pacing
1:1 sessions shift dynamically to target the bottom 3 subtests (25m/20m/15m surgical repair) rather than rigid teaching.
Advanced Exam Stamina
4 proctored full-length mock simulations build mental endurance for the rigorous 75–90 minute testing format.
Program structure at a glance
16 Weeks • 1-on-1 Dedicated Mentorship
1 Weekly Session (75–90 Minutes)
1 Diagnostic + 2 Mini-Tests + 4 Full Mocks
All 9 Level 11 Subtests across 3 Batteries
20 Curated Questions + Rule Validation
The 3 CogAT® batteries & 9 subtests
Every subtest is taught explicitly, with its own strategy framework.
Verbal Battery
Advanced Semantic Logic
1. Verbal Analogies
Connotation framing & nuance (Thrifty : Stingy :: Confident : Arrogant; discipline-object, lack/absence).
2. Sentence Completion
Latin roots, academic register, concessive syntax (irony, incomplete context, author stance).
3. Verbal Classification
Abstract properties across unlike objects, shared function, process vs. outcome, 3-attribute logic.
Quantitative Battery
Algebraic Systems & Sequences
4. Number Analogies
3-step rules, proportional change (×3/2), squares/cubes (4 → 18, 6 → 38, 8 → 66; rule: n² + 2).
5. Number Puzzles
Simultaneous algebraic systems (□ + Δ = 14, □ − Δ = 4), triple substitutions, fractions/decimals.
6. Number Series
Second-order difference sequences (doubling differences), prime/cube progressions, 3-operation cycles.
Nonverbal Battery
Complex 3D & Spatial Logic
7. Figure Matrices
3 simultaneous transformations, row & column dual rules, superimposition and cancellation.
8. Paper Folding
3 sequential folds, off-center diagonal punches, layer-to-hole calculation, rotational symmetry.
9. Figure Classification
3 attributes held at once, abstract topological invariants, rotation vs. reflection properties.
Proprietary 6-point error diagnostic framework
Instead of generic percentage scoring, we evaluate the exact cognitive reason behind every missed question so mistakes never repeat.
Code A
Concept Gap
Didn't grasp the underlying rule
Code B
Misread Prompt
Rushed or missed a key clue
Code C
Careless Slip
Calculation or marking slip
Code D
Pattern Blindness
Failed to decode the pattern
Code E
Time Pressure
Ran out of section time
Code F
Second Guessing
Changed right answer to wrong
Diagnostic baseline & priority scoring
| Assessment step | Target measurement | Instructional outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 Diagnostic | Baseline accuracy, pacing speed, and priority ranking across all 9 subtests | Customizes the personalized 16-week priority roadmap |
| Mid-Term Mock (W8) | Full timed simulation across advanced Verbal & Quantitative algebraic modules | Isolates high-order reasoning gaps before Nonverbal mastery |
| Targeted Repair (W13–14) | Dedicated 25m/20m/15m surgical deep-dive into the student's 3 lowest subtests | Transforms complex weak spots into high-scoring assets |
Comprehensive 16-week syllabus
| Timeline | Core module & focus | Key reasoning strategy | Milestone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase 1: Diagnostic Baseline & Advanced Verbal Mastery (Weeks 1–4) | |||
| Week 1 | Intro to CogAT Level 11 + Full Diagnostic | Test structure, timing ceiling & strategic elimination rules | Diagnostic Baseline |
| Week 2 | Verbal Analogies | Connotation pairs, degree across 3 levels, discipline-object | Timed Practice (20 Qs) |
| Week 3 | Sentence Completion | Latin roots, concessive syntax, irony, and author stance | Timed Accuracy Drill (25 Qs) |
| Week 4 | Verbal Classification | 3 attributes at once, process vs. outcome, ruling out distractors | Verbal Mini-Test |
| Phase 2: Advanced Quantitative & Mid-Term Benchmark (Weeks 5–8) | |||
| Week 5 | Number Analogies | 3-step rules, proportional scaling (×3/2), squares & cubes | Operation Rule Drill |
| Week 6 | Number Puzzles | Simultaneous equations, triple substitutions, fraction balance | Equation Balance Set |
| Week 7 | Number Series | Second-order differences, primes/cubes, repeating 3-op cycles | Quant Mini-Test |
| Week 8 | Mock Test 1 + Deep Error Analysis | Full 9-subtest timed exam under realistic quiet test conditions | Full Mock Test 1 |
| Phase 3: Nonverbal & 3D Spatial Visualization Mastery (Weeks 9–12) | |||
| Week 9 | Figure Matrices | 3 simultaneous transformations, row/col dual rules, cancellation | Visual Matrix Set |
| Week 10 | Paper Folding | 3 sequential folds, off-center diagonal punches, layer math | Spatial Symmetry Drill |
| Week 11 | Figure Classification | Topological invariants, 3 attributes, rotation vs. reflection | Classification Set |
| Week 12 | Mock Test 2 + Weakness Mapping | Comparative score benchmarking vs. Week 1 | Full Mock Test 2 |
| Phase 4: Weakness Repair, Pacing & Full Exam Simulation (Weeks 13–16) | |||
| Week 13 | Weakness Repair Session 1 | Personalized 25m/20m/15m surgical deep-dive into bottom 3 areas | Targeted Repair |
| Week 14 | Weakness Repair 2 + Timing Strategy | Per-question time ceiling, rule verification, banking easy items | Advanced Speed Drill |
| Week 15 | Mock Test 3: Full Simulation | Exact test interface/answer sheet replica, strict timing rules | Full Mock Test 3 |
| Week 16 | Final 9-Area Review + Mock Test 4 | Rapid-fire review across all 9 areas, confidence & stamina drill | Final Mock Test 4 |
Anatomy of a 75–90 Minutes lesson
- 10 minWarm-Up: 5–8 review questions from prior topics
- 15–20 minTeach: Strategic conceptual & reasoning frameworks
- 20–25 minGuided Practice: Solving complex problems together
- 10–15 minTimed Solo Practice: Independent test-like drill
- 5 minReview & Homework: Error analysis & assignment
Recommended prep timelines
16-Week Track (Recommended)
Perfect for 5th graders new to CogAT Level 11. Builds all 9 subtests with 4 full mock exams.
12-Week Track (Accelerated)
Tailored for students with strong reasoning who need Level 11 multi-step format mastery.
18–20 Week Track (Foundations)
Ideal for students needing vocabulary enrichment, Latin roots, or complex spatial support.
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