Questions & Answers
Below are some questions I am often asked:
When should my child start 11+ tuition?
For the vast majority of families, 11+ tuition is started in year 5. The best time to start 11+ tuition in year 5 is at the end of September / start of October. There are lots of different question types for your child to learn and then it takes time to build speed.
My child doesn't want to do the 11+ tests, but we would like him/her to go to the Grammar school. Is tuition advisable?
It is very important that your child either wants to go to the Grammar school or is at least very keen to give it a good go. Children who really do not want to go will typically not pass the tests. Try talking to your child to explain why the Grammar School would be a great place for them to go and why they would like it there.
Do I have to sit in on the lessons?
No, you do not have to sit in on your child's lesson if you don't want to. Some people choose to wait in their car. Others go to the shops or go home and come back at the end of the lesson. You can, of course, wait in the teaching room whilst I tutor your child, where you can sit on the comfy chairs and use the free high-speed internet connection. The only time I ask a parent to be present during a lesson is when their child is demonstrating poor behaviour, but fortunately this does not happen very often.
Do you do shared or group lessons?
No, I only offer one-to-one lessons. From my experience, shared lessons and group lessons do not offer the same incredible benefits. With me, your child will have my undivided attention and there will be no distractions. Absolutely everything will be tailored to your child's needs including the content of the lesson; the pace of the lesson; and the perfect level of challenge.
Do you offer fortnightly lessons?
No, I only offer regular weekly lessons because from my experience fortnightly lessons do not offer the same level of progress. Not to mention the fact that lessons are sometimes cancelled due to child illness or families going on holiday etc, so lessons can end up taking place on average once a month at best if you have only fortnightly lessons.
Do you do Maths and English tuition too?
No, I used to tutor in Maths and English, but I have now made the decision to focus entirely on 11+.
Can you recommend any other tutors?
I do not know any other 11+ tutors. However, I can recommend two excellent secondary Maths tutors who are also fully qualified teachers. Mrs Folwell offers Maths tuition for children in years 7 to 12. Mrs Fryer offers GCSE Maths tuition for children in years 10 and 11. Please contact me if you would like their contact details.