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11 Plus
11 Plus Tutor in Birmingham.
We provide bespoke coaching for the 11 Plus exam and cover both the GL and CEM exam syllabus. Our small class sizes mean we can tailor each session to your child's needs and address any misconceptions they have. Both exams cover four subjects: non-verbal reasoning, verbal reasoning, maths and English.
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Non-verbal reasoning tests how your child analyses visual information and solves problems based on visual reasoning.
Through years of 11 Plus coaching, we have found the best strategies to solving each question type.
We provide:
- regular, timed practice tests
- broad exposure to different question types
- a break-down of each question with tailored step-by-step appraoches.
11 Plus Tutor in Birmingham.
Verbal Reasoning
Verbal reasoning assesses your child's ability to think critically and apply their knowlege to solve problems. There are over 20 different verbal reasoning question types covered in the exam.
We use a combination of tried and tested strategies to provide your child with the skills they need.
- timed practice tests
- regular in-depth vocabulary practice
- exposure to a wide range of test-style questions
- tailored support
Maths
The 11 Plus maths paper requires your child to understand and apply mathematical concepts. Our sessions focus on embedding maths priciples and creating an deep understanding of concepts.
Our sessions involve:
- in-depth teaching and questioning
- short, engaging activities to help your child retain new knowledge
- regular formative assessments to check understanding
- strategies to answer exam-style questions
- timed mock exams
11 Plus Tutor in Birmingham.
English
The 11 Plus English exam tests punctuation, grammar, spelling and comprehension skills at a higher level.
Our sessions deliver:
- an in-depth understanding of grammar, punctuation and spelling
- exposure and analysis of different texts and genres
- strategies to confidently answer comprehension questions
- breath and depth of vocabulary knowledge
- timed mock exams
- regular formative assessments
Independent School Exam Preparation
At Target Tutoring, we cover an in-depth curriculum to prepare children for the Independent School Exams:
King Edwards School (KES) for boys
King Edwards VI High School (KEHS) for girls
The KES exam consists of three one-hour papers in: English, maths and verbal reasoning.
The KEHS exam consists of three one-hour papers: two English papers (testing reading and writing skills) and one maths paper.
English
The English paper includes open-ended comprehension questions and a creative writing task.
Our sessions provide:
- an exposure to different texts and genres
- essay strategies to successfully answer comprehension questions
- a deep understanding of grammar, punctuation and spelling
- specialised help in creative writing
Maths
The mathematics paper is split into two sections, starting at an elementary level and becoming progressively more complex.
We deliver:
- a deep understanding of maths concepts
- targeted support in answering exam-style questions
- timed mock exams
- specialised help with reasoning and problem solving
Verbal Reasoning
Verbal reasoning focuses on critical thinking and problem solving.
Based on our experience, we have complied the best strategies to prepare your child for this paper.
- timed practice tests
- regular in-depth vocabulary practice
- exposure to a wide range of test-style questions
- tailored support
Contact us for more information.
11 Plus Tutor in Birmingham.