Online 11 Plus Easter Revision Course for Whetstone Students

Getting ready for Barnet grammar school entrance tests? Our live online 11 Plus Easter Revision Course provides Year 5 pupils in Whetstone with eight days of structured preparation throughout the Easter holidays. With focused small-group lessons, timed exam practice, and tailored tutor feedback, students develop their Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal
Reasoning
skills while becoming more
confident and prepared for their 11 Plus tests.

Why Choose the Course?

Online Intensive 11 Plus Easter Course in Whetstone: Key Information

Course Duration

Tuesday, 30 March to 8 April 2027

Live Classes

8 Small Group Sessions (16 hours of learning)

Session Timings

11:00 am to 1:00 pm (2-hour session)

Course Fee

£299 upfront one-time payment

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Important Course Details

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Breaks During Lessons

Lessons take place from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm (UK time), with a short 5-minute comfort break after the first hour.
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Lesson Recordings

For pupil and tutor privacy, all lessons are delivered live and are not recorded.
Homework Assessments

Homework Assessments

Homework assessments are set before each lesson and should be completed ahead of the following live session.
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Parent Feedback

Parents receive personalised progress updates via WhatsApp following each lesson, highlighting their child’s development and areas for further improvement.
Catch-up Arrangements

Catch-up Arrangements

Catch-up sessions are not provided for lessons that students are unable to attend.
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Technology Requirements

Students will need a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet with Zoom, a reliable internet connection, a webcam, microphone, headphones, and a notebook.

Looking for 11 Plus Revision During the Easter Holidays in Whetstone?

The Easter holidays offer Year 5 pupils in Whetstone a valuable chance to make focused progress with their 11 Plus preparation. With Barnet grammar school entrance tests scheduled for September 2027, this break provides dedicated time to revisit challenging topics, strengthen problem-solving skills, and address learning gaps before the final months of preparation. Our Online 11 Plus Easter Revision Course turns this time into focused, purposeful revision. Pupils take part in live small-group lessons, complete timed mock exam tasks, and receive personalised feedback from tutors. Sessions focus on the skills and question formats relevant to Barnet’s grammar school assessments, helping children become more accurate, confident, and exam-ready.
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Who Can Join Our 11 Plus Easter Revision Course

Our 11 Plus Easter Revision Course is designed for Year 5 pupils who want to use the Easter holidays to strengthen their preparation before the September entrance exams. It is particularly suitable for:

Suitable for families based in Whetstone, Totteridge, North Finchley, Friern Barnet, and neighbouring N20, N11, EN4, and EN5 postcode areas.

Designed for pupils working towards entrance tests for Queen Elizabeth’s School in Chipping Barnet, The Henrietta Barnett School in Hampstead Garden Suburb, and St Michael’s Catholic Grammar School in North Finchley.
Ideal for children attending local primary schools such as All Saints’ CofE Primary School, Oakleigh School, Queenswell Infant & Nursery School, and St Andrew’s CofE Primary School in Totteridge, who want to strengthen their 11 Plus skills ahead of the entrance assessments.

Want to build skills throughout the year? Our 11 Plus Whetstone Tuition programme provides ongoing support and structured preparation beyond the Easter holidays.

Note School names are provided for general geographical and admissions information. 11 Plus Tutoring is not affiliated with or endorsed by the schools, Barnet Council, the Barnet Grammar Schools or GL Assessment.

Why Parents in Whetstone Choose Our 11 Plus Easter Revision Course

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A Valuable Midway Revision Opportunity

With fewer school commitments, the Easter holidays give Year 5 pupils the space to concentrate on tricky areas, sharpen their 11 Plus techniques, and build stronger foundations for the months ahead.
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Identify and Close Learning Gaps

Ongoing tutor feedback helps pupils identify areas they find difficult, focus on priority topics, and make steady progress throughout the Easter revision course.
Live Small Group Sessions with Expert Tutors

Live Small Group Sessions with Expert Tutors

By limiting classes to just 4–6 pupils, our tutors can better understand each student’s needs, address specific weaknesses, and offer personalised guidance at every stage of the course.
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Focused Preparation Before September

Eight days of focused online learning provide 16 hours of guided revision, giving students the opportunity to sharpen exam skills and become more familiar with the demands of Barnet’s grammar school tests.
Timed Practice Under Exam Conditions

Timed Practice Under Exam Conditions

Through timed mock exams, sample questions, and guided revision activities, students learn to manage their time effectively while improving accuracy and tackling questions with greater confidence.
Build Exam Momentum Beyond Easter

Build Exam Momentum Beyond Easter

Use the Easter break to strengthen essential 11 Plus skills, then continue with regular tuition to maintain progress and stay focused in the lead-up to the September entrance tests.
Students can continue regular 11 Plus tutoring after the Easter course, right through to their autumn test dates.

What Is Included in Our Whetstone 11 Plus Easter Course?

Year 5 pupils in Whetstone can use the Easter holidays for eight days of focused 11 Plus preparation. Our online course combines teaching, practice, and personalised feedback across Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning, giving pupils broad preparation for Barnet’s grammar school entrance assessments.

11 Plus Maths Preparation

  • Develop greater fluency in arithmetic and problem-solving
  • Build stronger logical reasoning for multi-step problems
  • Improve working speed through timed Maths practice
  • Boost confidence when tackling exam-style calculations
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11 Plus English Preparation

  • Strengthen English reading comprehension and understanding of written passages
  • Improve spelling, grammar, and punctuation accuracy
  • Develop clearer sentence construction and written expression
  • Build greater speed and confidence when completing online multiple-choice practice
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11 Plus Verbal Reasoning

  • Become familiar with common 11 Plus Verbal Reasoning question formats
  • Expand and strengthen vocabulary knowledge
  • Build confidence with synonyms, antonyms, and word meanings
  • Develop stronger logical connections between words and concepts
Non-Verbal Reasoning

11 Plus Non-Verbal Reasoning

  • Sharpen pattern recognition and spatial awareness skills
  • Practise a range of online 11 Plus Non-Verbal Reasoning questions
  • Strengthen visual reasoning, logic, and interpretation
  • Build confidence with sequences, shapes, and transformations

Understanding Barnet Grammar School Qualification

As competition for Barnet grammar school places remains high, the Easter break gives families a valuable opportunity to intensify 11 Plus preparation before the final months of revision begin.
Here’s why strong 11 Plus preparation is important for Whetstone families:

Henrietta Barnett School Round-1

The Henrietta Barnett School: Entry for this girls’ grammar school is based on a two-stage assessment. The initial round covers English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning through GL Assessment tests. Pupils who progress then complete a second-stage written English and Maths assessment set by the school.

Henrietta Barnett School Round-2

Competition beyond the local area: The three schools do not have a defined catchment area, so Whetstone pupils may be competing with applicants from across London, Hertfordshire, and further afield. Starting preparation early can therefore help pupils build the skills and confidence needed for these competitive entrance tests.

Queen Elizabeth’s School (QE Boys)

Queen Elizabeth’s School (QE Boys): With roughly 2,000 applications competing for around 180 Year 7 places, admission is highly competitive. A combined score of 220 or higher is required for consideration, but achieving this mark alone does not secure a place, as offers are made to the highest-performing candidates.

St Michael’s Catholic Grammar School

St Michael’s Catholic Grammar School: Around 128 Year 7 places are available, with the school applying its own oversubscription criteria when the number of eligible applicants exceeds available places. These criteria include priority for looked-after children and Pupil Premium pupils, alongside entrance test performance.

About 11 Plus Tutoring

For years, 11 Plus Tutoring has helped pupils prepare for selective school entrance examinations across the UK. Our tutors are carefully recruited through thorough selection and safeguarding processes, bringing experience and structured support to pupils preparing for Barnet grammar schools and other competitive entrance assessments.

Our 11 Plus Easter Revision Course gives Year 5 pupils focused preparation through live small-group lessons, timed mock exams, targeted revision, and personalised tutor feedback. The programme is designed to address learning gaps, strengthen essential 11 Plus skills, and build confidence ahead of the September entrance tests. Parents can also visit our
Trustpilot profile to explore reviews from families who have used our tutoring services.

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2027 Easter Revision Course Timetable

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How Local Families Have Prepared for the 11 Plus

The case studies below draw on real experiences of families supported through 11 Plus Tutoring. Names and personal details have been changed to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of those involved.

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"Making Easter Revision More Focused"

The Easter break became a turning point in one Whetstone pupil’s 11 Plus preparation. Joining our 2025 revision course, the Year 5 student worked across Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning through small-group lessons and timed practice. Tutor feedback helped address weaker areas, improve accuracy, and develop a focused revision strategy ahead of the Barnet grammar school entrance tests.

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"Strengthening Core 11 Plus Skills"

A Whetstone family enrolled their Year 5 child to strengthen Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning ahead of the September 2025 11 Plus tests. Through small-group lessons, targeted practice, and regular tutor feedback, the pupil improved their reasoning skills, worked more accurately under timed conditions, and gained greater confidence with unfamiliar exam-style questions.

Privacy Notice: To protect the privacy of our tutors, students, and families, we do not publish qualification certificates, DBS certificates, or personally identifiable information on our website. Relevant safeguarding records and employment records are maintained internally in accordance with our Safeguarding and Privacy Policy.

11 Plus Easter Revision - FAQs Explained

How valuable is the Easter break for Whetstone 11 Plus preparation?
The Easter holidays give Year 5 pupils a useful window to revisit difficult topics, practise key skills, and prepare for Barnet’s grammar school entrance tests, which are set separately by each school in September.
Which Barnet grammar schools do Whetstone pupils usually target?
Families in Whetstone commonly prepare for Queen Elizabeth’s School, The Henrietta Barnett School, and St Michael’s Catholic Grammar School, all located within or serving the wider Barnet area.
How competitive is entry to Queen Elizabeth’s School?
Entry is highly competitive, and the school does not operate a catchment area. Boys need to achieve a combined standardised score of 225 or above across the English and Maths papers to be considered for one of approximately 180 places.
Do all Barnet grammar schools use the same 11 Plus test?
No. Each of the three schools runs its own entrance process, meaning the test content, dates, registration requirements, and deadlines can differ. Families should check the individual requirements of each school they are considering.
When is a good time to introduce mock exams?
Many families begin introducing mock papers during Year 5, often between January and April. The Easter holidays can then provide an opportunity to increase timed practice before pupils enter the final months of preparation.
Can an Easter revision course replace long-term 11 Plus preparation?
An Easter course can provide valuable focused revision, particularly for addressing weaker areas and improving exam technique, but it is most effective when combined with a broader preparation plan leading up to the September entrance tests.
How can pupils improve their 11 Plus speed during Easter?

Regular timed exercises, mock assessments, repeated practice with question types, and effective exam strategies can help pupils work more quickly without sacrificing accuracy.

For more detailed answers, visit our 11 Plus Tutoring FAQ page.

Enrol Your Whetstone Child on the 2027 Easter Revision Course

8 live small-group sessions, 30 March to 8 April 2027, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. £299 upfront one-time payment.

Groups of 4-6 students

Enrol Your Whetstone Child on the 2027 Easter Revision Course

8 live small-group sessions, 30 March to 8 April 2027, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. £299 upfront one-time payment.

Groups of 4-6 students

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