English
Reading comprehension, spelling, punctuation and grammar (SPaG), and the vocabulary that underpins the whole exam.
ComprehensionSPaGVocabulary
11+ Tuition · Years 4–6 · Hayes & Hounslow
11+ tutors who prepare your child for grammar & independent schools
Qualified teachers preparing children for the 11 plus across all four components — English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning — for GL Assessment, CEM, ISEB and schools' own entrance exams.
Qualified UK teachers
GL, CEM & ISEB ready
Realistic mock exams
Non-verbal reasoning
Which shape comes next?
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The arrow turns a quarter-turn each step. We teach the patterns, step by step.
English · Maths · Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning
The four 11+ components
English, Maths and reasoning — all covered
Almost every 11 plus tests the same four areas. We prepare your child for all of them, taught by qualified teachers who know how each format works.
Maths
Built on the Key Stage 2 curriculum, with the speed, accuracy and problem-solving the 11+ demands.
KS2 mathsProblem solvingSpeed
Verbal Reasoning
Word logic, codes, sequences and analogies — reasoning with language, where a strong vocabulary pays off.
Word logicCodesAnalogies
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Shapes, patterns, matrices and spatial reasoning. Highly learnable with the right technique — and a real score-booster.
PatternsMatricesSpatial
How we prepare
The right format, the right plan, in good time
The 11+ rewards steady, well-paced preparation — not last-minute cramming. We build skills and confidence on a timeline that suits your child.
Know the exam
We confirm whether your target schools use GL, CEM, ISEB or their own exam, and prepare for that format.
Verbal & non-verbal reasoning
Reasoning is highly learnable. We teach the question types and strategies that lift scores fastest.
Vocabulary building
A strong vocabulary is the highest-yield investment for the 11+, so we grow it steadily from the start.
Speed & accuracy
Timed practice that builds pace and composure, so your child finishes papers calmly under pressure.
Realistic mock exams
Full mock 11+ papers in the right format, used at the right time to remove surprises on exam day.
Start in good time
An early, gentle start from Year 4 or 5 builds confidence and avoids the burnout of late cramming.
Why parents choose us
Taught by qualified teachers, not just tutors
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Qualified teachers
Every tutor is a qualified UK teacher with 10+ years' experience and a deep understanding of the 11+ and its formats.
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Matched to your target schools
We prepare for the exact format your grammar or independent schools use, rather than a one-size-fits-all course.
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Ability-matched small groups
Small groups of similar ability for healthy progress, with one-to-one 11+ tuition available.
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Free initial assessment
Start with a no-obligation assessment to find gaps, recommend the right plan and set realistic school targets.
"The 11+ is won with steady preparation and the right technique — especially in reasoning. We make it feel achievable, never overwhelming."
Proven track record
Results that speak for themselves
For over a decade we've prepared children across Hayes and Hounslow for competitive grammar and independent school entrance exams.
Top 20%
Grammar schools typically select from around the top 20–25% of applicants — we prepare children to compete with confidence.
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Every 11+ component covered: English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
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Years of qualified teaching behind every lesson.
Where to find us
Two centres in West London, plus online tuition
Prepare for the 11+ at our centres in Hayes and Hounslow, or from home with online tuition reaching children in areas with grammar and independent schools, such as Slough and Windsor.
Hayes Centre
43 Woodstock Gardens,Hayes, UB4 8BA 07815 318682
Hounslow Centre
54 Cambridge Road,Hounslow, TW4 7BS 0208 797 5916
Online 11+ Tuition
For children in Chelsea, Windsor, Slough & Langley- Interactive whiteboards
- Recorded sessions
- 1-to-1 focus
Common questions
11+ tuition FAQs
Everything parents in Hayes and Hounslow ask before booking their first assessment.
What is the 11+ and when does my child sit it?
The 11+ (11 plus) is an entrance exam for grammar and independent schools, for entry into Year 7. It is usually sat in the autumn term of Year 6, so preparation typically begins in Year 4 or 5.
Which subjects does the 11+ test?
Most 11+ exams test four areas: English (comprehension and SPaG), Maths (based on the Key Stage 2 curriculum), Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. We prepare children for all four.
Which exam board will my child sit — GL, CEM or ISEB?
It depends on the school. GL Assessment is the most common for grammar schools, the ISEB Common Pre-Test is used by many independent schools, and some schools use CEM or their own exam. We confirm your target school's format and prepare for it.
When should we start preparing?
Most families begin in Year 4 or 5. Starting in good time allows steady, low-pressure progress and avoids last-minute cramming, which is the surest route to burnout.
Do you run mock exams?
Yes. Children sit realistic, timed mock 11+ papers in the right format for their target schools, so the real exam feels familiar and far less daunting.
Is the first assessment free?
Yes. We offer a free initial assessment to gauge your child's current level across the four components and recommend the right preparation plan.
Ready to give your child the best shot at the 11+?
Join parents across Hayes and Hounslow who trust qualified teachers for calm, well-planned 11 plus preparation across English, Maths and reasoning. Book your free assessment today.
Or speak with a teacher: 07815 318682