11 Plus Summer Courses

Prepare your child for success with U2 Tuition's intensive 11 Plus Summer Courses, tailored for students aiming to excel in entry to the most competitive UK schools. Our online courses offer specialised English and Maths support, led by our team of Oxbridge-educated specialist 11 Plus tutors. With a focus on stretching and challenging students beyond the curriculum and age level, our courses are designed to tackle the trickiest question formats found in exams such as those for St Paul's, Westminster, Tiffin, and more.

Why Join Our 11 Plus Online Courses?

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Tailored preparation for 11+ Grammar and Independent School entrance exams

  • Curriculum alignment with specific 11+ exam syllabi and question formats

  • Practice materials and resources designed to simulate exam conditions

  • Strategies for optimising performance for the most challenging entrance papers

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Access to Oxbridge-educated specialist 11 Plus tutors

  • Experienced 11 Plus tutors who have graduated from top universities like Oxford and Cambridge

  • In-depth knowledge of 11+ curriculum and exam requirements

  • Proven expertise in guiding students through the complexities of entrance exams for top UK Schools

Stretching and challenging students beyond the curriculum

  • Advanced level materials and problem-solving exercises to push students' boundaries and prepare them for handling unfamiliar questions effectively

  • Encouragement of critical thinking and analytical skills development

  • Exposure to complex concepts and higher-order thinking challenges

Meet Our 11 Plus Summer Course Tutors

We have carefully selected the very best of our 11+ tutors across English and Maths, to ensure students benefit from those with most experience supporting applicants to the top UK Independent and Grammar Schools.

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  • Ned is a First-Class Graduate of Oxford University, leaving the education system with an outstanding academic record that includes 12A*s at GCSE, a top-of-the-year A** in English Pre-U, a Top-Ten First in his BA History, along with a wide range of academic prizes and awards. Prior to Oxford, he attended St Paul's Boy's School in London, and is highly aware of the level required to gain places at the top schools in the country.

    Ned's tutoring style is inspired by the teachers he had while at Oxford; creative, demanding, engaging, and with an emphasis on guiding, rather than spoon-feeding, his students to higher-quality work. He is a highly experienced 11+ tutor and has developed a passionately positive approach to tuition. He is committed to building confidence and building student’s knowledge of the foundations of English (Comprehension, Composition and Vocabulary).

    Outside of tutoring, Ned is pursuing a career as a writer, so tutoring English comes naturally and is an absolute pleasure for him. He looks forward to leading another cutting-edge English Summer Course for U2 Tuition.

  • Isabella is currently at the University of Oxford, specialising in Mathematics at Hertford College. Prior to attending Oxford, Isabella achieved three A*s in Maths, Further Maths and Physics at A Level, and competed at a high level in national Maths Olympiad competitions.

    Isabella is deeply committed to education and spreading the joy of Maths, and this is reflected in her worth ethic and enjoyable lessons. Isabella is passionate about helping students achieve their goals and finds it very rewarding, especially when a student sees their own improvement and is proud of themselves. She is extremely well placed to provide support for students in both 11+ Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning. She is up-to-date on entrance requirements to a number of top UK schools and has recently had success supporting students in entry to a range of top UK Schools including City of London School and Westminster. She is clued in on the best revision and examination techniques, and also mentors in UKMT Maths Challenge preparation, working to enhance students' problem solving skills.

11 Plus Online Course Details: English and Maths

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Our Summer Course is aimed at building the key skills needed to achieve top grades in English at 11+. Students will develop their Comprehension, Creative Writing, Reading, Vocabulary and Spelling skills, through inspiring and interactive sessions that get them thinking outside of the box.

Every lesson will have 3-4 key sections, spanning Comprehension, Creative Writing, Reading, Vocabulary and Spelling. The course aims to challenge students applying to the top UK Schools, pushing beyond the National Curriculum level. This is especially important for those applying to the most academic schools and /or scholarships. The course will be geared towards a fun and celebratory ‘show day’ on the final lesson, where students will show off the various skills they have learnt. This will give the course the necessary element of fun and positivity, while also allowing students to bond and work-together (despite being online), and allowing it to finish with a sense of finality.

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Our 11 Plus Summer Course for Maths is aimed at building the key skills needed to achieve entry to the most academic UK Schools. Students will develop their exam technique, problem solving, number theory, geometry and probability skills, through inspiring and interactive sessions that get them thinking outside of the box.

Each class aims to develop students' Maths skills and consolidate the key content needed for the 11+ Maths exams at the Top UK Schools. The course aims to challenge students applying to the most academic schools, pushing beyond the National Curriculum level.

Topic areas have been carefully selected to mirror the most common question types found in different styles of 11+ exam. Students will also work extensively on their exam technique and are taught how to apply what they are learning within an exam situation.

Frequently Asked Questions for Our 11 Plus Summer Courses

Who are the 11+ Summer Courses suitable for?

Our 11 Plus Summer Courses are designed for students preparing to sit the 11+ exams for Grammar and Independent Schools in the UK. The courses are aimed at students in Year 5, though we welcome younger high-performing applicants. Enquire with us if you would like to discuss whether the level of the courses are suitable for your child.

What subjects are covered in the 11+ Summer Courses?

Our courses offer specialised English and Maths programmes tailored to the requirements of the 11+ exams. We also offer 4 extension sessions for each course, tailored for students looking to extend further beyond the syllabus, setting themselves up for success in the most challenging papers.

How are the 11 Plus courses delivered?

Our 11+ courses are delivered online, providing flexibility and convenience for students to access quality tuition from anywhere. Our 11+ tutors are adept at engaging students over an online platform. We record all sessions in case students are away on particular weeks.

How do you ensure personalised learning in the online format?

We maintain small class sizes to allow for individualised attention and engagement with our 11+ tutors. Additionally, our tutors adapt teaching methods to suit students' learning styles and pace.

What is the duration of the 11+ Summer Courses?

Each course runs for 8 weeks, with a weekly 1.5hr session. The regular weekly sessions in each subject aim to ensure students cover the 11+ syllabus comprehensively. The 4 extension sessions for each course run weekly on completion of the Standard sessions.

What sets U2 Tuition's 11 Plus Summer Courses apart from others?

Our courses are led by Oxbridge-educated specialist tutors with extensive experience in 11+ preparation. We focus on stretching and challenging students beyond the curriculum to excel in the most competitive school entrance exams.

How do you track students' progress during the courses?

Our tutors are on hand to provide feedback at any point throughout see course. The 11+ course hosts monitor students' performance throughout and can provide targeted support 1-1 outside of the course based on students’ identified areas for development.

Are there any prerequisites for enrolling in the 1 Plus summer courses?

While there are no strict prerequisites, students should have a basic understanding of National Curriculum concepts relevant to their age group.

What support is available for students outside of scheduled class times?

Students have access to supplementary materials, practice exercises, and additional support from tutors via email. Students who would like additional 1-1 support are able to at any point.

How do I enrol my child in U2 Tuition's 11+ Summer Courses?

To enrol, simply click the ‘Book Now’ buttons and follow the instructions for registration. For further assistance, feel free to contact our team for guidance.