LAUNCH - Year 4 Introduction to the 11+ Programme

Starting early allows children to develop skills, confidence and familiarity at a pace that feels natural and enjoyable.

Across the Autumn, Spring and Summer terms, children are gradually introduced to the styles of thinking commonly assessed by selective schools. Through engaging activities, games and carefully structured challenges, they explore new ways of solving problems, identifying patterns, making connections and thinking critically, building strong foundations before more intensive preparation begins in Year 5.

Through hands-on activities, collaborative challenges and carefully structured learning experiences, children develop resilience, independence and self-belief in a supportive and enjoyable environment. Lessons are designed to spark curiosity, encourage perseverance and foster a genuine love of learning.

Led by a highly experienced and qualified teacher with an exceptional track record of preparing pupils for selective school admissions, LAUNCH provides a positive introduction to the 11+ journey without the pressure often associated with exam preparation. Rather than focusing on intensive testing, the programme is designed to nurture confident learners with strong learning habits and a willingness to embrace challenge.

LAUNCH is structured across the Autumn, Spring and Summer terms, with each module designed to build and extend children's skills, confidence and understanding over time.

By the end of the programme, children will have developed stronger reasoning skills, a richer vocabulary, greater confidence when tackling unfamiliar problems and the academic foundations needed to progress successfully into VOYAGE, Rocketology's Year 5 11+ Development Programme.

All learning materials and resources are included within the course fee.

Throughout the programme, children develop the core skills that underpin future success in 11+ assessments and selective school entrance examinations.

Reasoning & Problem-Solving

• Logical thinking and reasoning
• Identifying patterns and relationships
• Solving unfamiliar problems
• Developing structured approaches to challenges

Vocabulary & Language Development

• Expanding academic vocabulary
• Understanding word relationships and meanings
• Developing verbal reasoning foundations
• Building confidence with language-rich tasks

Critical Thinking

• Making connections between ideas
• Evaluating information
• Drawing conclusions and justifying answers
• Thinking independently and creatively

Mathematical Reasoning

• Applying mathematical knowledge to problem-solving
• Recognising number patterns and relationships
• Developing flexible thinking strategies
• Building confidence with multi-step challenges

Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning Foundations

• Introduction to common reasoning concepts
• Pattern recognition and visual reasoning
• Sequencing and logical deduction
• Developing familiarity with 11+ style thinking

Learning Behaviours for Success

• Resilience and perseverance
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Confidence tackling unfamiliar challenges
• Independent learning and self-belief

Lessons are delivered through engaging games, discussions, practical activities and collaborative challenges, creating a supportive environment where children can develop confidence whilst enjoying the learning process.

Year Group

• Year 4 pupils preparing for the 2028 11+ and selective school entrance examinations

Location

• Walton-upon-Thames Library

Group Size

• Maximum of 8 pupils per class

Programme Structure

• Tuesdays, 4.00pm–5.00pm (1 hr)
• 10 lessons per term
• Autumn, Spring and Summer modules available
• Led by a fully-qualified and experienced teacher

Autumn Term 2026

• 15 September – 8 December 2026
• Half-term break: 19 October – 30 October 2026

Spring Term 2027

• 5 January – 16 March 2027
• Half-term break: 15 February – 19 February 2027

Summer Term 2027

• 20 April – 29 June 2027
• Half-term break: 31 May – 4 June 2027

Fees

• £350 per term
• All resources included

Progression

• Priority enrolment for subsequent terms is offered to existing LAUNCH pupils.
• Progression into VOYAGE, Rocketology's Year 5 11+ Development Programme

Additional Information

• New pupils are welcome to join at the start of any term
• If your child requires any reasonable adjustments or accessibility arrangements, please contact hello@rocketology.co.uk before booking
• Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis
• All bookings are subject to Rocketology's Terms and Conditions, including our cancellation policy.