11 Plus Exam Preparation
Calm minds. Sharp thinking. In West London and online.
Specialist one-to-one 11+ tuition that prepares your child for grammar and independent school entrance exams. Every programme covers English, mathematics, verbal and non-verbal reasoning, and is built around your child's target schools, so they walk into the exam room clear, focused and confident.
Book an Introductory ConsultationWhat Is Eleven Plus Preparation?
Eleven plus preparation is structured tuition that readies a child for the selective entrance tests used by grammar schools and many independent schools for Year 7 entry. At Salisbury Scholé, it combines subject mastery in the four 11+ disciplines with exam technique, timed practice and calm mindset coaching.
How It Works11+
English
Comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, grammar and creative writing under timed conditions.
11+
Mathematics
KS2 mastery and beyond: problem-solving, multi-step reasoning and speed with accuracy.
Verbal
Reasoning
Word codes, analogies and logic taught as clear, repeatable strategies.
Non-Verbal
Reasoning
Shapes, patterns, sequences and spatial thinking practised step by step.
Your Specialist 11+ Tutor in West London
About Kate
With 13 years of teaching experience across the primary years, I specialise in 11 plus exam preparation and have a proven track record of guiding pupils into top independent and grammar schools.
I combine rigour with reassurance. Pupils build the academic ability the exam demands alongside the calm self-assurance to show it on the day. I work with children from Year 2 onwards, so younger pupils can build strong foundations in English and mathematics before formal 11+ work begins.
Because I take only a limited number of pupils each academic year, every child receives my full attention and a programme that genuinely fits them.
My Philosophy
“My goal is to help children approach challenge with curiosity and calm confidence, to enjoy the process of thinking clearly.”
How 11+ Preparation Works
A clear four-stage process takes your child from where they are today to exam-ready, with regular feedback to parents at every step.
1. Initial
Assessment
We identify strengths, gaps and learning style across all four 11+ subjects.
2. Bespoke
Programme
A personalised plan mapped to your child's target schools and exam format.
3. Exam
Technique
Timed practice papers, mock exams and strategies for every question type.
4. Mindset &
Interviews
Composure techniques and interview practice for exam day and beyond.
11 Plus Exam Preparation Online
Not in West London? Online 11+ tuition gives your child the same bespoke, one-to-one programme wherever you live in the UK. Sessions run live on a shared digital whiteboard, with timed practice, marked work and progress updates for parents.
Many families combine the two: in-person lessons during the week and online sessions for flexibility around school and holidays. Either way, the calm, focused approach stays exactly the same.
- Live one-to-one lessons, never group classes
- Premium 11+ resources shared digitally
- Flexible after-school and holiday timings
When to Start Eleven Plus Preparation
There is no single right age, but an early, steady start removes pressure. Here is how preparation typically builds year by year.
Years
2 & 3
Strong foundations in reading, vocabulary and number fluency.
Year
4
Introduce verbal and non-verbal reasoning alongside core English and maths.
Year
5
Focused 11+ preparation, timed papers and mock exams.
Years
6 & 7
Final exam and interview preparation, then KS2 revision for the move to secondary school.
11+ Preparation FAQs
Structured tuition that readies a child for selective grammar and independent school entrance tests for Year 7. It covers English, maths, verbal and non-verbal reasoning, plus exam technique, timed practice and, where needed, interview preparation.
Most families begin focused preparation in Year 4 or early Year 5, around 12 to 18 months before the exam. Younger pupils in Years 2 and 3 benefit from building strong English and maths foundations first.
Yes, when it is one-to-one and well structured. Online sessions follow the same bespoke programme as in-person lessons, with a shared whiteboard, timed practice and regular parent feedback.
English (comprehension, vocabulary, creative writing), mathematics, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning. The balance is set by your child's target schools and their exam format.
Yes. Interview technique and exam composure are woven into every programme, so pupils speak with clarity and calm confidence.
In person in West London and online, so families across London and the wider UK can book one-to-one 11+ tuition.
Begin the Journey
Spaces for 11+ preparation are limited each academic year to ensure every pupil receives my full attention. Get in touch to discuss your child's target schools and the right starting point.
Get in TouchPhone: 07463 519812
Location: West London | In-person and online sessions available