Online 11 Plus Intensive Summer Course Great Barr 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
The King Edward VI Foundation confirms the test falls on Saturday 12 September 2026, with registration through West Midlands Grammar Schools. Test results are sent out by Friday 16 October 2026, and every family must also lodge their home Local Authority preference form by 31 October 2026, with offers following in March 2027.Looking for an Online 11 Plus Summer Course in Great Barr?
11 Plus Tutoring puts on an August booster programme for Year 5 children in Great Barr who are closing in on the West Midlands Grammar Schools entrance test. We support families across Great Barr and the B42, B43 and B44 postcodes who are aiming for a place at one of Birmingham’s eight grammar schools, with King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys and King Edward VI Handsworth School for Girls in nearby Handsworth, alongside the Sutton Coldfield pairing of Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School and Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls, both a short hop over the B43/B74 border.
There’s a reason this revision sits in August rather than earlier in the year: it’s the one stretch where a Year 5 child has no homework, no spellings, no school trips competing for attention. That breathing room is exactly what’s needed to firm up shaky topics and get used to working through a full paper against a strict clock, rather than meeting that pressure for the first time on the actual test day in September.
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Why Families in Great Barr Seek the 11 Plus Summer Booster Course
Exam practice gap
Even when children understand the required topics, they may have limited experience completing an entire GL Assessment-style paper within the official time limit.
Timing and speed
Focused practice helps pupils answer questions more efficiently while maintaining accuracy in a pressured exam environment.
Reasoning subjects
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning often require additional preparation, as these areas are not typically covered in the standard school curriculum.
Self-study plateau
Independent revision can become less effective as the exam approaches, making personalised tutor feedback and a clear preparation plan especially valuable.
Confidence building
Regular exposure to realistic mock papers reduces uncertainty and helps children approach the actual test with greater confidence.
Structured August learning
Supervised summer revision gives families a reliable way to keep children focused and academically engaged during August.
Students We Commonly Support for the 11 Plus in Great Barr
Our Great Barr cohort also draws in families from Pheasey, Hamstead, Perry Barr, Kingstanding and Streetly, across the B42, B43, B44 and B74 postcodes, with children coming to us from local primary schools including St Margaret’s CofE Primary School, Grove Vale Primary School and Whitecrest Primary School. The large majority are well into their final run of 11 Plus preparation and are aiming squarely for a Year 7 place at one of Birmingham’s grammar schools such as King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys and King Edward VI Handsworth School for Girls in nearby Handsworth, alongside the Sutton Coldfield pairing of Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School and Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls.
Why Choose Our Great Barr 11 Plus Intensive Summer Booster Course?
Accelerate Progress
Intensive summer-focused revision designed to strengthen core concepts in Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning, ensuring steady improvement before the September exam.
Personalised Support
Learning takes place in small group settings (maximum six students), enabling tutors to monitor progress and adapt teaching to individual learning needs closely
Experienced Tutors
Sessions are delivered by qualified and DBS-verified 11 Plus specialists with strong experience in GL Assessment preparation and Birmingham grammar school entry requirements
Timed Mock Tests
Regular exam-style, time-controlled assessments that simulate real test conditions and help students develop speed, accuracy, and stamina under pressure
Expert-Led Lessons
Structured teaching sessions that break down complex topics into clear steps while introducing effective strategies and exam techniques
Interactive Learning
Engaging online classes that encourage participation, active problem-solving, and sustained focus throughout each lesson
Expert-Led Lessons
Step-by-step teaching, clear explanations, and practical exam techniques delivered by experienced 11 Plus tutors
Expert Feedback
Comprehensive performance reviews after each mock test, highlighting strengths, identifying gaps, and guiding targeted improvement plans
From Hesitation to Confidence: A Great Barr Year 5 Summer Success Story
At the start of the summer programme, one Year 5 learner from Great Barr found it difficult to manage time and maintain accuracy during complete GL-style practice tests. Regular exam-condition mocks helped him develop a more effective approach to each section, while personalised tutor guidance showed him where marks were being lost. Week by week, his speed, concentration and problem-solving improved across English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. By the end of the course, he could complete full papers calmly, check his answers carefully and approach the September entrance test with much greater confidence.
What Topics Are Taught in Our Intensive 11 Plus Summer Revision Course in Great Barr 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 Matters for Great Barr Families
For families in Great Barr and nearby areas such as Gravelly Hill and Hall Green, whether your child has Handsworth in mind or is hoping for a place at Bishop Vesey’s or Sutton Coldfield Grammar, the August course exists to close that one gap, turning solid groundwork into a result that holds up on the day.
About 11 Plus Tutoring
Providing specialised academic support for entrance exam success, 11 Plus Tutoring is an online UK tuition service focused exclusively on 11 Plus preparation for children from Year 3 to Year 5. The curriculum is aligned with all major exam boards, including GL Assessment, CEM, ISEB, SET, FSCE, CSSE, and individual school papers, covering Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
The programme also offers one-to-one tuition with qualified DBS-checked tutors, a comprehensive homework system, regular assessments, and a progress-tracking dashboard. You can read reviews on Trustpilot.
How to Register for Our 4-Week 11 Plus Revision Course in Great Barr
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.