Grammar school entry in Worcestershire requires students to excel across multiple disciplines: maths, English, verbal reasoning, and non-verbal reasoning. In Redditch, our 11+ tutors help children develop these skills over 12-18 months, building gradually from their current level to the standard required. We focus on understanding, not rote learning — because the modern 11+ is designed to test thinking, not memorisation.
What the 11+ Tests
Most 11+ exams include some combination of verbal reasoning (vocabulary, logic, word patterns), non-verbal reasoning (spatial awareness, pattern recognition), maths (above curriculum level), and English comprehension. In Worcestershire, the specific format depends on which grammar school your young learner is targeting. Tutors we partner with in Redditch know these formats and prepare students accordingly — whether it's the GL Assessment, CEM, or a school-specific paper.
When to Start
We recommend beginning 11+ preparation in Year 4, giving 12-18 months before the exam in early Year 6. This timeline allows skills to develop naturally rather than through last-minute cramming. For Redditch families starting later, we can still help — an intensive programme in the final six months can make a significant difference, though earlier is always better.
Fitting Tutoring In
We arrange tutoring at times that suit Redditch families — after school, early evenings, or weekends. If commitments change, rescheduling is straightforward. Most families settle into a regular weekly slot, but we also offer intensive blocks during school holidays or the weeks before major exams. The goal is consistent, manageable progress without adding stress to an already full week.
Beyond the Test
11+ preparation develops skills that benefit students far beyond the exam itself. The logical thinking, vocabulary range, and mathematical fluency they build during preparation serve them well at secondary school — whether they attend a grammar school or not. For Redditch students, this investment in core skills pays dividends throughout their education.
If your young learner is preparing for the 11+ in Redditch, let us know for a diagnostic assessment. We'll identify where they stand, what they need to work on, and build a preparation plan that gives them the best possible chance.