When should I buy course books for tuition for my child?
Please wait for the email over the summer holiday.
Purchase books quite quickly after you receive this, to ensure correct versions are used.
Are there additional learning materials during the 11 Plus Practice course?
Yes, weekly “Mini Mocks” are provided. Pre mock full test papers are also provided as part of the course.
Early mocks: Not timed.
From March: Timed format is introduced
Tutors do not review them; they should be marked at home.
What are the tutors like?
Subject-specialist, experienced tutors for 11+.
Tutors are friendly, supportive and will build your child’s confidence.
What platform is used for online lessons?
Microsoft Teams and Zoom.
Note: If there are any issues with the technology during the session, we will aim to resolve them as soon as possible and/or reschedule the session.
What does my child need for the session?
Required:
All relevant books
Pen and paper
Quiet room with no other internet devices
Headphones (optional but can help)
What happens if my child misses a 1:1 session?
No refunds.
Tutors may reschedule in difficult circumstances.
If rescheduling isn’t possible: Work will be emailed with guidance.
If 11 Plus Practice cancels a session: A replacement session will be arranged.
Is there homework backing up each 1:1 session?
Yes, relevant homework will be set weekly by tutors to consolidate learning.
Parents must mark and review it with the child before the next session.
Parents should also help with learning spellings and vocabulary.
When are Term Tuition fees due?
£485 per term, payable 4 times: August, January, March, June
Bank Details:
Account Name: Nicki Moodie
Account Number: 64447026
Sort Code: 04 03 33
Reference: Child’s Name
What happens with late payments?
A £35 admin fee applies for late payments.
Continued non-payment means that we will have to terminate tuition. The deposit will be forfeited.
GL IN-PERSON COURSE FAQ’S
What are the session times and location?
Location:
Shurdington Social Centre, Bishop Road, Shurdington, Cheltenham GL51 4TB
Morning session: 10:30am – 12:30pm
Afternoon session: 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Can I change my child’s session time?
Yes, within the first 14 days of booking.
We are unable to move session times after that period. We need to keep to agreed class sizes of 20 and 1:4 helper/pupil ratio for teaching and safeguarding. This is as in Terms and Conditions.
What if my child is unwell and/or can’t attend?
Do not attend, email info@11pluspractice.com to report absence.
You will receive session worksheets, explanations, and answers via email.
What topics are covered in the GL course?
The 7-Week Topic List (VR & NVR + exam technique):
Session 1: Missing a Letter, Move a Letter, Horizontal codes
Session 2: Hidden Word, Missing Word, Vertical codes
Session 3: Rule to Make a Word, Word Pair Completion
Session 4: Complete the Sum, Letter & Number Sequences
Session 5: Letter Connections, Related Numbers, Coded Sums
Session 6: Word Codes, Explore the Facts
Session 7: Number Word Codes, Solve the Riddle
Homework is emailed weekly during the course.
MOCK TEST FAQ’S
My child is anxious about exams, what can be done to help?
We address this during our pre mock Zoom exam top tips session. We will give your child strategies and techniques to help with any exam nerves. Mock tests will help to desensitise your child to exam conditions and build their confidence.
These sessions are designed for our tuition cohort but can be booked by external students too.
Which mocks are part of the course for 11 plus tuition and will be gone over by their tutors?
Mocks 1–3 (May, June, July) are compulsory.
Must be booked and paid through the website.
Tutors will review the paper in the following week’s 1:1.
Monday students may need to wait an additional week for review.
Can I change a mock test date or time?
Changes allowed only within 14 days of booking.
After 14 days, no changes or refunds.
If absent/ill: You’ll be sent the mock paper, answers, and results spreadsheet for home marking.
Mock test venue and what to bring?
Venue: Shurdington Social Centre, Bishop Road, Cheltenham GL51 4TB
Your child must bring:
Booking confirmation (paper or phone)
3 pencils and an eraser and snacks for break
The name used in booking must be written on the mock answer sheets, or you will not receive results.
Can my child use a digital watch, and will there be a clock in the hall?
Your child can use a normal watch, but NOT a digital watch as these are not allowed in the real test. There will be a clock in the hall as there will be in the real test.
Will we receive a copy of the mock papers and my child’s scanned answer sheets?
Yes. You will receive:
Marked child’s answer sheets
Online access to the test papers and answers (14 days only)
Spreadsheet of cohort scores and rankings in each section (names omitted)
Is the spreadsheet standardised to age and what information does it contain?
Our spreadsheet is not standardised to age, but in the real test it will be.Our spreadsheet will give you a comparison of the cohort’s scores and ranking in all areas of the test. It will also give the percentage scores for overall verbal, non-verbal and mathematics. All names will be confidential, and your child will remain anonymous.
My child has a Senco diagnosis - can they have extra time for the Mock Test?
We unfortunately, are unable to give any child with a Senco diagnosis extra time, due to the volume of children participating in our mock tests. However, you will be emailed access to the mock test and your child’s answers sheet, which will enable you to give your child the extra time that has been suggested they may need.
What score is needed for different grammar schools?
Approximate guidelines from past data:
Pates: 85%+ in all areas
Denmark & STR: 75%
Other Grammar Schools: 65%
How long can we access the mock papers online?
14 days only. Extensions are not allowed.
N.B. Papers are copyright protected and must not be shared.
What approximate marks in the mocks must my child achieve to secure a place at a Grammar School?
Below is an approximate guide, based on last year’s cohort results from the mock tests.
65% Crypt, Ribston, Stroud High for Girls and Marling
75% STR, Denmark Road
85% in all areas Pates
Will the VAT on private school fees now make it even more competitive for my child to get to grammar?
It is true that there could be more pressure to get into certain Grammar Schools this year. However, most of the Grammar schools now prioritise local students. This will hopefully help reduce the VAT in private school issue.
The majority of grammar schools in Gloucestershire have now incorporated local policies into their admissions criteria. As a result, if the number of qualifying applications exceeds the available places, the schools will prioritise applicants based on their proximity to the school or designated postcode zones.
So, while a high 11+ score is essential, location still plays a role in final place offers, especially for these often-oversubscribed schools.
For your information here are some statistics of recent 11+ applications over the last few years:
3,130 pupils sat the Gloucestershire 11+ in 2024 (a 20% rise since 2022)
There are around 1,050 Year 7 places across the seven grammar schools
This means roughly 1 in 3 students secures a place
At Pate’s, competition is especially fierce, with only around 5% of applicants gaining admission.
What happens to lost items?
All property is at owner’s risk.
11 Plus Practice does not accept liability for lost/damaged items.
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