11+ Preparation
Supporting Students on Their 11+ Journey
Preparing for the 11+ can be an important and sometimes challenging stage for both students and parents. At Tutology, we provide structured and supportive preparation designed to help students develop the skills, confidence, and exam techniques needed for grammar and independent school entrance examinations.
Our approach combines targeted learning, carefully developed resources, and personalised support, helping students strengthen their abilities while approaching the 11+ with confidence.
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For families who wish to begin preparation early, Year 3 provides an opportunity to focus on building strong foundations in key areas such as comprehension, vocabulary development, problem-solving, and reasoning.
At this stage, the focus is on developing confidence and core skills, ensuring students feel comfortable engaging with the types of thinking required in 11+ assessments.
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Year 4 is a common starting point for 11+ preparation. At this stage, students begin to develop their skills more systematically across the main areas tested in entrance exams.
Support may include:
Verbal reasoning
Non-verbal reasoning
Mathematics problem-solving
English comprehension and writing
Students gradually build familiarity with exam-style questions while continuing to strengthen their underlying understanding.
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For students beginning preparation in Year 5, support is more focused and structured around the exam itself.
Lessons may focus on:
Exam technique and timing strategies
Practice papers and question analysis
Strengthening weaker areas
Building confidence approaching timed assessments
At this stage, the goal is to ensure students feel prepared, confident, and familiar with the exam format.
When Should Students Start Preparing?
Every student’s learning journey is different. We support families who begin preparation at different stages depending on their child’s needs and readiness.
Schools Our Students Have Successfully Gained Admission To
Over the years, we have supported many students through their preparation for grammar and independent school entrance examinations. Students we have worked with have successfully gained places at a range of highly regarded schools.
We have also supported students preparing for prep and senior school admissions from 7+ through to 13+, helping them develop the academic skills, confidence, and preparation needed to approach entrance assessments successfully.
While every student’s journey is different, our aim is always to provide thoughtful guidance and support so that each student can approach their applications and examinations with confidence.
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Wilson’s School
Wallington County Grammar School
Sutton Grammar School
Wallington High School for Girls
Nonsuch High School for Girls
St Olave’s Grammar School
Tiffin School
Tiffin Girls’ School
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Epsom College
Caterham School
Dulwich College
St John’s School
Ibstock Place School
Croydon High School
Royal Russell School
Thames Christian School
Streatham & Clapham High School
Fidelis College
James Allen’s Girls’ School
Emanuel School
Latymer Upper School
Wimbledon High School
Merchant Taylors’ School
Trinity School
The Harrodian School
Alleyn’s School
Sutton High School
Our 11+ Support Includes
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One-to-One Tuition
Personalised sessions designed to support students in the areas where they need the most guidance, while building confidence and exam familiarity.
Book a free trial lesson, where we can assess your child’s current level and support needs.
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Resources and Learning Materials
Students benefit from carefully selected practice materials designed to support skill development and exam readiness.
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Interview Preparation
For independent schools that include interviews as part of their admissions process, we provide guidance and mock interviews to help students feel confident communicating their ideas and responding thoughtfully to questions.
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Courses
We also offer a range of short courses designed to support students in developing important academic skills and strengthening areas that are commonly assessed in entrance examinations. These focused programmes provide structured learning opportunities that complement one-to-one tutoring and allow students to build confidence in specific areas of their studies. Our courses may cover a variety of topics depending on the time of year and student needs.
To see the full range of courses currently available, please visit our Current Courses page.
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Webinars and Parent Guidance
We also provide free webinars and guidance sessions designed to help parents understand the 11+ process and how best to support their child during preparation.
Getting Started
If you are considering 11+ tutoring for your child, the best place to begin is with a free trial lesson.
This session allows students to meet their tutor, experience how our lessons work, and identify the areas where additional support may be most beneficial.