11 plus summer preparations guide

11 Plus Summer Preparation: How to Prepare for 2026 Exams

By 11 Plus Tutoring | July 13, 2026
11 plus summer preparations guide

The best way to prepare for the 11 Plus exams during the summer holidays is to revise key subjects, practise exam techniques, take regular mock exams and build confidence through structured support.

Summer holidays are the ideal time for Year 4 and Year 5 students preparing for Grammar School entrance exams in the UK to boost exam revision.

This blog covers all the key effective methods, tips and proven techniques for students and parents for 11 Plus summer preparation, including enrolling in our intensive 11 Plus summer revision course. It stands out because it provides targeted, quick and effective 11 Plus 2026 revision with mock practice.

1. Create an 11 Plus Preparation Time Table

Students usually face learning loss during the summer holidays. The 11 Plus preparation schedule helps students stay on track and effectively prepare and revise for the Grammar School entrance exam 2026. 

  • Add breaks to the study schedule to relax your child’s mind and be fresh.
  • No study on Sunday.
  • Try to cover all the subjects.

For example:

  • 30 mins Maths practice
  • 30 mins English comprehension
  • 20 mins Vocabulary building
  • 1 mock section (timed)
  • Review mistakes

Our 11 Plus summer booster course includes 2-hour classes, 3 days a week, which gives children enough time to play and do 11 Plus summer preparation.

2. Try the 11 Plus Summer Revision Booster Course

11 Plus exams are very important for students aiming for grammar school places, and many students struggle with exam pressure. 11 Plus Tutoring’s all-in-one 4-week intensive summer revision programme helps students cover the 11 Plus exam syllabus and revise effectively in just four weeks.

The following are the key features of our 11 Plus summer booster course 2026, which is highly effective for students aiming for spots in the top Grammar Schools in the UK

FeatureBenefit
  • Regular Mock Exams
Our summer booster course for 11 Plus revision includes mock exams to help children become familiar with the 11 Plus exam format.
  • Live Lessons
Our summer revision course includes live classes on a high-tech platform, which allows students to interact with the tutor and ask questions in real time. 
  • Small Group Classes
Every child gets personalised attention in our small group 11 Plus booster summer tuition classes.
  • Highly Qualified Tutors
When you sign up for our 11 Plus summer revision course, you sign up for classes with highly qualified, subject-specialist 11 Plus tutors. 
  • Immediate Feedback
Our 11 Plus summer tutors provide detailed feedback to parents after every mock exam.
  • Covers Key Subjects
In the 11 Plus summer revision course, we ensure students have mastered each 11 Plus subject, including English, Maths, Vocabulary, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

Here are the details of our 11 Plus summer revision course to help your children secure positions in the best Grammar Schools in the UK. 

  • Dates: 4—27 August 2026
  • Days: Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
  • Time: 11:00am— 1:00pm (2 hours)

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 3. Take Mock Tests

There are 163 grammar schools in England, according to House of Commons Library data. A large number of students take selective entrance tests for Grammar Schools. Practice tests and mock exams are among the most used resources for the 11 Plus exam preparation.  

  • Build confidence: The timed mock exams in the summer holidays identify your child’s mistakes and help overcome weak areas on time before the final 11 Plus exam. 
  • Familiarise your child with the exam format: Mock exams not only familiarise them with the exam format and type of questions but also boost their confidence. Our 11 Plus mock exam sessions from July to August provides your child with the best exam practice before the final 11 Plus exam.
  • Reduce anxiety: Regular mock exams give your child an idea of the exam format and the types of questions, reducing last-minute anxiety. 

4. Make Learning Fun

A little fun doesn’t hurt anybody. Making 11 Plus exam preparation engaging and interactive will make your child enjoy the process, increase their interest in revision, and help them achieve the desired 11 Plus results

How to Keep 11 Plus Revision Engaging During Summer Holidays?

Make the 11 Plus exam preparation fun and engaging for your 11-year-olds by using the following tools:

  • Video tutorials
  • Flashcards
  • Colourful notes
  • Maths games

Our highly qualified, DBS-checked tutors deliver live classes on a high-tech platform and use engaging tools to help your child effectively prepare for the 11 Plus exam 2026.

Why Choose Our 11 Plus Summer Course?

Summer revision for 11 Plus exams is very crucial. Many students aiming for a place in Grammar Schools in Kent, Buckinghamshire, Essex and other counties and consortiums across England, use summer revision to strengthen exam readiness before September tests. 

  • It includes 2-hour sessions only on 3 days in a week, so children don’t miss out on having fun during the summer holidays.
  • Regular mock exams with immediate feedback make our 11 Plus summer revision course stand out.
  • We provide quick and effective 11 Plus revision for GL, CEM, CSSE, SET, FSCE, ISEB boards and schools’ own papers.

Who Is 11 Plus Summer Preparation For? 

It works best for:

  • Year 5 students taking the 11 Plus exams in September 2026
  • Children preparing for all 11 Plus exam boards used among 163 Grammar Schools
  • Students looking for structured 11 Plus exam revision before mock exams
  • Children aiming for a place at their desired Grammar Schools

11 Plus Exam Preparation During the Summer Holidays - FAQs

How many hours a week should a child revise for the 11 Plus in summer?
A balanced 11 Plus summer timetable typically includes around 30 minutes of maths, 30 minutes of English comprehension, 20 minutes of vocabulary building, and one timed mock section daily, with Sundays kept free of study.
When does 11 Plus Tutoring's summer revision course run in 2026?
The course runs from 4–27 August 2026, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am–1:00pm, giving students 2-hour sessions three days a week.
Which 11 Plus exam boards does the summer course cover?
The course covers GL, CEM, CSSE, SET, FSCE, ISEB, and individual schools’ own entrance papers.
Is the 11 Plus summer course suitable for a child taking the exam in September 2026?
Yes — it’s designed for Year 5 students sitting 11 Plus exams in September 2026, covering all major exam boards used across England’s 163 grammar schools.
Do mock exams during the summer actually help reduce exam anxiety?
Regular timed mock exams familiarise children with the exam format and question types in advance, which is widely cited as reducing last-minute exam-day anxiety.

Get Expert Support for Online 11 Plus Summer Revision

Along with relaxation, your child can effectively prepare for the 11 Plus exam during the summer holidays to achieve success in the grammar school entrance exam. An effective 11 Plus revision timetable, mock exams, interactive learning tools, and enrolling in the summer revision course help children prepare for the 11 Plus exam during the summer holiday. 

Help your child secure spots in the top grammar schools and build skills with our 4-week 11 Plus summer revision course, which includes personalised learning and mock exam practice.  

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