Online 11 Plus Intensive Summer Course Caversham 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
Boys applying to Reading School (for 2027 entry) sit the FSCE entrance test on 16th July 2026 (in-catchment and boarding) and 25th September (outside of catchment). It means Reading School preparation must be complete before August; the summer booster course is the right fit for students. Kendrick School (girls) registration opens 1 May 2026 and closes 1st July 2026 at midnight; GL Assessment exam on 18 September 2026; results mid-October 2026. CAF deadline for both schools: 31 October 2026. Always verify dates directly with each school.Looking for an Online 11 Plus Summer Course in Caversham ?
One of the things that makes preparing for the 11 Plus in Caversham particularly demanding is the split between two schools that test children in completely different ways. Reading School also serves boys who are considering out-of-catchment applications with a September sitting, and girls who are actively preparing for Kendrick School’s September GL Assessment.
Kendrick School’s designated area, which determines eligibility for a place, covers RG4 in its entirety. Caversham and Emmer Green families in RG4 5, RG4 6, RG4 7 and RG4 8 all fall within Priority Area 1, the strongest priority tier. For Caversham girls, being inside Priority Area 1 is a genuine advantage, but score still determines placement within that tier.
The two schools families in Caversham most commonly prepare for are Kendrick School on Kendrick Road, Reading (girls, GL Assessment — approximately 1.9 miles from Caversham Primary) and Reading School on Erleigh Road (boys, FSCE format — approximately 2.4 miles away). Both are routinely ranked among the very top state secondary schools in England.
Why Caversham Families Book the 11 Plus Summer Booster Course
Reading School (FSCE) competition
Students aiming for Year 7 placement at Reading School must prepare well and fill gaps before they sit September exams (applicants outside of catchment).
Kendrick School GL format
VR and NVR are not part of normal school learning, and the fast two-paper structure requires pacing skills that general academic ability alone does not guarantee.
High competition within RG4
All Caversham applicants sit in the top priority area, so final placement is decided by small differences in score rather than eligibility alone.
Access and travel barriers
Families in Emmer Green and Caversham Heights often prefer online delivery to avoid crossing the river for summer tuition.
FSCE content demands
Reading School tests applied KS2 skills, including comprehension, reasoning and problem-solving, which can feel unfamiliar without targeted preparation.
Structured August learningSummer learning loss
Without consistent practice, speed and accuracy in core skills can decline quickly over the holidays.
All sessions are delivered live online, so Caversham families in RG4 5, RG4 7, RG4 8 and also from Tilehurst and Early can join expert-guided 11 Plus summer preparation from home without any travel.
Students We Commonly Support from Caversham and Nearby Areas
We support Year 5 children from across Caversham and the wider RG4 postcode area, including Emmer Green, Caversham Heights, Lower Caversham and Caversham Park Village, covering RG4 5, RG4 6, RG4 7 and RG4 8. Among the Caversham primary schools whose pupils we regularly work with are Caversham Primary School on Hemdean Road — one of the top-attaining primaries in the area, with around 40% of leavers progressing to selective or independent secondary schools, Thameside Primary School on Harley Road, and Micklands Primary School on Micklands Road. Children from these schools are frequently among those targeting both Kendrick School and Reading School for September 2027 entry.
Why Choose Our Caversham 11 Plus Intensive Summer Booster Course?
Dual-school preparation in one programme
Prepares children for both Kendrick School (GL Assessment) and Reading School (FSCE), combining reasoning, Maths, and English in a single structured course.
Small group size (maximum 6 students)
Allows tutors to closely monitor progress, identify where marks are lost, and provide individual feedback throughout the course.
DBS-checked, experienced tutors
Specialists in Berkshire 11 Plus exams with strong knowledge of both GL Assessment and FSCE formats.
Timed exam practice every session
Full papers completed under strict timing to build speed, accuracy, and exam confidence.
Targeted feedback after each mock
Tutors review performance in detail and focus teaching on specific weak areas for steady improvement.
Full weekly subject coverage
Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning are all covered consistently across the programme.
Live online delivery
Flexible learning from home for families in Caversham, Emmer Green, and Upper Caversham, without travel into Reading.
Expert-Led Lessons
Step-by-step teaching, clear explanations, and practical exam techniques delivered by experienced 11 Plus tutors
How the 11 Plus Summer Course Helped a Local Student
In Caversham, a Year 5 girl preparing for Kendrick School joined the August 2025 booster course with strong Maths and English foundations, but weaker Verbal Reasoning due to limited vocabulary development and very little Non-Verbal Reasoning practice. While accurate when given time, she regularly lost marks in timed papers because unfamiliar vocabulary slowed her understanding of questions and affected pacing. The early sessions focused on building vocabulary for Verbal Reasoning alongside structured Non-Verbal Reasoning technique work. As her word recognition improved, so did her speed and confidence under timed conditions. By week four, she was completing full Kendrick-style papers within time, with noticeable improvement in both VR accuracy and overall exam fluency.
What Topics Are Covered in the Caversham 11 Plus Summer Revision Course 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 11 Plus Summer Preparation Matters for Caversham Families
For many families in Amersham or nearby areas such as Chesham, Tilehurst, and Little Chalfont, the 11 Plus summer course helps bridge the gap between preparation and exam day by improving timing, confidence, and full-paper exam technique before September.
About 11 Plus Tutoring
11 Plus Tutoring focuses exclusively on preparing children for the entrance exams. Working with pupils from Years 3 to 5, we provide specialist support for GL Assessment, CEM, ISEB, SET, FSCE, CSSE, and school-specific admission tests, covering Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning.Alongside our summer and holiday booster programmes, families can access individual tuition delivered by experienced, DBS-checked tutors. Every student follows a structured learning pathway supported by homework tasks, progress assessments, and a parent-friendly dashboard that tracks performance over time. Parent feedback and independent reviews can be viewed on Trustpilot.
How to Register for Our 4-Week 11 Plus Revision Course in Amersham
Signing up is simple:
1. Fill out the online registration form, email us at [email protected] or call at 07961 536224
2. Complete the payment to secure your child’s place.
3. Receive a confirmation along with full course details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Caversham 11 Plus Summer Course 2026
Yes. The programme helps maintain Maths and English skills over the summer, preventing the loss of momentum that often occurs during the holiday break and supporting a strong start to Year 6.
Yes. The programme covers English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning, providing preparation for the GL Assessment format used by Kendrick School.