Online 11 Plus Intensive Summer Course Bacup, Lancashire 2026
Price
£499
upfront
Trial
No free trial
for this intensive course
Sessions
12 live sessions
24 teaching hours
Listen to the '11 Plus Summer Booster Course' Creator in the following audio message with an Introduction to the Course
Key Highlights of Our 11 Plus Online Summer Course
2027 Entry Note
For children born between 1st September 2015 and 31st August 2016, the BRGS entrance exam registration deadline is 12 noon on 14th September 2026, with the entrance exam taking place on Saturday 26th September 2026. Because each school has its own registration process, check the BRGS admissions page or the Lancashire County Council directly. Following mid-October results, submit your Common Application Form (CAF) to your local authority by 31st October 2026, ahead of National Offer Day on 1st March 2027.Looking for an Online 11 Plus Summer Course in Bacup?
11 Plus Tutoring offers a live online summer booster course for Year 5 children in Bacup, Lancashire, throughout August every year, providing intensive, structured revision ahead of the September 11 Plus exam. The course supports families in Bacup and the surrounding Rossendale BB4 area whose children are working towards Year 7 grammar school places at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School, Clitheroe Royal Grammar School, Lancaster Girls’ Grammar School or Lancaster Royal Grammar School.
The summer holidays leading up to the September 11 Plus examination are an important revision period for Year 5 pupils. Free from their usual school routine, children can focus on closing knowledge gaps, strengthening exam technique, improving speed and accuracy, and building the confidence required for the GL Assessment.
For year-round preparation, we offer online 11 Plus Tuition for Years 3, 4 and 5.
Why Families in Bacup Seek the 11 Plus Summer Booster Course
Speed and Timing
Many children understand the content but struggle to complete all three GL Assessment papers in time. Our sessions enhance the speed and accuracy needed to finish confidently.
Exam Format Practice
The BRGS entrance exam consists of three separate GL Assessment papers in English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning. We prepare children for the exact format and timing they will face in September.
Verbal Reasoning Skills
Verbal Reasoning is not taught in primary schools. Our tutors introduce and practise these skills in a clear, structured way so children feel confident tackling them on exam day.
Self-Study Plateau
Parents want expert-tutor feedback and structured guidance during the final preparation weeks rather than relying on workbooks alone.
Confidence Building
Regular timed mock papers help children get used to exam conditions, turning anxiety into calm, focused confidence before September.
Structured August Learning
Families prefer supervised online revision throughout the summer holidays to maintain a steady routine ahead of the test.
Students We Commonly Support for the 11 Plus in Bacup/b>
We support families in Bacup and the nearby Rossendale area, including Rawtenstall, Waterfoot, Burnley, and Accrington, covering the BB4, BB5, BB10, and BB12 postcode areas, as well as those attending local primary schools such as Britannia Community Primary School, St Mary’s RC Primary School, and Thorn Primary School. Many of these children are in their final preparation phase ahead of the BRGS GL Assessment entrance exam and are targeting Year 7 places at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School, Clitheroe Royal Grammar School, Lancaster Girls’ Grammar School or Lancaster Royal Grammar School.
Why Choose Our Bacup 11 Plus Intensive Summer Booster Course?
Built for the BRGS Exam
Our lessons align with the GL Assessment format for Bacup & Rawtenstall Grammar School, covering English, Maths, and Verbal Reasoning.
Small Groups Session
Classes are kept to a maximum of six students so every child gets individual attention, direct tutor feedback and consistent support throughout August.
Experienced Local Tutors
All tutors are DBS-checked and experienced in preparing Lancashire children for the BRGS entrance exam and the wider Lancashire grammar school admissions process.
Timed Practice Every Week
Regular timed mock papers help children build speed, manage their time across all three papers and reduce careless mistakes under real exam pressure.
Expert Teaching
Step-by-step explanations break down tricky English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning questions into easy, manageable steps every child can follow.
Engaging Online Lessons
Lively, interactive sessions keep children focused and motivated from home throughout the summer holidays.
Feedback After Every Mock
Parents receive clear, practical progress reports after every mock paper, so you always know what still needs work before September.
Professional Feedback
Detailed feedback after every mock paper to help students identify mistakes, improve weak areas, and make steady progress.
How a Year 5 Bacup Student Mastered the 11 Plus Exam
Juggling three separate papers in one sitting was the biggest challenge for a Year 5 student from Bacup. In early GL Assessment practice sessions, she was running out of time on the Verbal Reasoning paper and losing marks on questions she actually knew the answers to. After joining our live online 11 Plus booster course, weekly timed mock papers covering all three BRGS papers helped her build a clear routine for managing her time across English, Maths and Verbal Reasoning. By the end of August, she was finishing every paper within the time limit, making far fewer errors and walking into September feeling calm, prepared and ready for the real exam.
What Topics Are Taught in Our Intensive 11 Plus Summer Revision Course in Bacup 2026?
English
- Comprehension – Understanding and interpreting texts
- Spelling – Identifying and correcting spelling errors
- Vocabulary – Synonyms, antonyms, word meanings
- Writing Skills – Creative writing, story development, and organisation
- Grammar and Punctuation – Sentence structure, parts of speech
Maths
- Fractions and Decimals – Simplifying fractions, converting decimals
- Algebra – Solving basic equations, understanding variables
- Ratio and Proportion – Solving ratio problems, scaling quantities
- Geometry – Shapes, angles, perimeter, and area
- Arithmetic – Addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
Verbal Reasoning
- Analogies – Identifying relationships between words
- Word Matching – Identifying matching words or phrases based on meanings
- Antonyms and Synonyms – Finding opposite and similar meanings
- Reading and Understanding – Deductive reasoning based on text
- Letter Sequences – Recognising patterns in letter arrangements
Non-Verbal Reasoning
- Rotation and Reflection –Recognising shapes rotated or reflected
- Mirror Images – Recognising mirrored shapes and figures
- Odd One Out – Identifying the item that doesn’t belong
- Shape Patterns – Identifying patterns in shapes and images
- Mathematical Shapes and Symmetry
Vocabulary
- Synonyms and Antonyms – Words with similar or opposite meanings.
- Phrasal Verbs and Collocations – Learning natural word pairings and multi-word verbs.
- Root Words – Understanding base words that can take prefixes or suffixes.
- Connotations and Idioms – Recognising word associations and commonly used expressions.
- Compound Words – Forming words by combining two different words.
Why the 11 Plus Summer Booster Course Matters for Bacup Families
Families applying to Lancaster Girls’ Grammar School should note that the school offers 145 places for Year 7 entry and assesses applicants using the FSCE examination format. The test covers English and Maths through a combination of multiple-choice and written questions. The examination is scheduled for Saturday, 26 September 2026, with registrations closing on 11 September 2026.
For families in Bacup and nearby areas such as Rawtenstall, Waterfoot, Burnley and Accrington, the 11 Plus summer course helps bridge the gap between preparation and exam day by improving speed, confidence and exam technique before September.
About 11 Plus Tutoring
Preparing for the 11 Plus can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. 11 Plus Tutoring offers expert-led, online one-on-one tutoring programmes and booster courses for children in Years 3 to 5. Our fully qualified, DBS-checked tutors know exactly how to prepare students for GL, CEM, FSCE, and local school tests. Plus, our student dashboard and homework portal make it easy to see exactly how your child’s scores are improving. See what other families think by reading our Trustpilot reviews!How to Register for Our 4-Week 11 Plus Revision Course in Bacup
Register in 3 easy steps:
1. Fill out the online registration form, email us at [email protected] or call at 07961 536224
2. Complete the upfront one-time payment of £499 to secure your child’s place.
3. Receive a confirmation along with full course details.