BOOST - Year 6 11+ Exam Preparation Course
Give your child the expert preparation they need in the crucial weeks leading up to their 11+ entrance exams.
Our Autumn Term Year 6 11+ Exam Preparation "BOOST" Course is designed for pupils sitting grammar school and independent school entrance exams between September and January.
In small, focused groups, we’ll sharpen exam skills, practise under timed conditions, and cover targeted English, maths, verbal reasoning, and non-verbal reasoning topics. The first half of the course ensures your child masters the full syllabus; the second half provides targeted exam support—focusing on specific school requirements, weaker areas, and confidence-building strategies.
Every session is fast-paced, challenging, and designed to help children walk into the exam room confident, calm, and ready to perform at their best.
OVERVIEW
DATE & TIMES
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Over the duration of the course, we will cover the following:
English
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Comprehension mastery – tackling both factual and inference-based questions with precision.
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Creative writing – developing ideas, structuring narratives, and using advanced vocabulary to impress markers.
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Grammar & punctuation – refining accuracy under time pressure.
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Vocabulary building – strategies to quickly understand and apply complex words in context.
Mathematics
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Core skills – ensuring speed and accuracy in arithmetic, fractions, decimals, percentages, and ratio.
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Problem-solving – tackling multi-step and worded questions with logical reasoning.
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Exam tricks – using shortcuts and pattern-spotting to save time.
Verbal Reasoning
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Code-breaking and sequencing – recognising letter and number patterns quickly.
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Word puzzles – synonyms, antonyms, and compound word formation.
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Logic puzzles – applying deductive reasoning to complex question types.
Non-Verbal Reasoning
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Pattern recognition – identifying similarities and differences in shape sequences.
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Spatial awareness – working with nets, rotations, and mirror images.
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Time-saving strategies – scanning and solving efficiently.
Exam Skills & Strategy
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Time management – planning work for maximum marks in limited time.
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Stress control techniques – staying calm and focused under pressure.
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Practice papers – full timed mock papers with personalised feedback.