Online 11 Plus Intensive Summer Course Shepherdswell, Kent 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
Registration for the Kent Test opens on Monday 1 June 2026 and closes on Wednesday 1 July 2026. Pupils attending Kent primary schools will sit the test on Thursday 10 September 2026, while children from outside Kent will take it over the weekend of 12–13 September 2026. Results will be announced on Thursday 15 October 2026, allowing families time to review outcomes and complete secondary school applications. Find out how to apply for a Kent grammar school place.
Looking for an Online 11 Plus Summer Course in Shepherdswell?
Shepherdswell is a small rural village where primary education is close-knit, familiar, and highly local. Children grow up learning in small classes with strong community ties and a supportive environment. However, the Kent Test qualifies children for entry to any of Kent’s 32 Grammar Schools, especially Dover Grammar School for Boys and Dover Grammar School for Girls around 12 miles away, Sir Roger Manwood’s School in Sandwich about 15 miles away, and many other selective schools spread across Kent.
This transition is not a challenge in itself, but a real opportunity for children who are ready for a more academic setting. Many rural pupils adapt well to the structure, specialist teaching, and higher expectations of grammar schools, but they benefit from early preparation for the change in pace and environment. Summer intensive support helps Shepherdswell families bridge this gap by building exam experience, confidence under timed conditions, and readiness for a wider academic world before the Kent Test in September.
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Why Families in Shepherdswell Seek the 11 Plus Summer Booster Course
Local grammar school routes
Most families consider Dover Grammar School for Boys and Girls, as well as Sir Roger Manwood’s in Sandwich. Preparation helps identify the best academic fit for each child.
Kent-wide opportunities
The Kent Test gives access to selective schools across the entire county, so success depends on performance rather than geography.
Creative writing focus
The timed writing task is often overlooked, but structured practice helps improve organisation, expression, and confidence.
Maintaining summer discipline
With rural routines and school breaks, consistency can drop in August, so structured lessons help keep preparation on track.
County-wide competition readiness
Children compete across Kent, so practising under real exam conditions builds familiarity and confidence.
Balanced academic insight
Summer preparation helps families understand whether grammar school is the right academic environment for their child
Students We Commonly Support for the 11 Plus in Shepherdswell
Our online 11 Plus summer course is well suited to Year 5 pupils in Shepherdswell, including those attending Shepherdswell C of E Primary School and other nearby primary schools, as well as families across surrounding villages such as Coldred, Eythorne, and Aylesham who are preparing for Kent grammar school entry. The programme supports children aiming for selective places at schools including Dover Grammar School for Boys, Dover Grammar School for Girls and Sir Roger Manwood’s School. It is designed for parents who want their child to have real academic choice, rather than simply following the nearest or most obvious school option.Why Choose Our Shepherdswell 11 Plus Intensive Summer Booster Course?
Noticeable progress in a short period
Focused summer revision across Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning helps children strengthen core 11 Plus skills quickly. This structured approach ensures they are fully prepared for the Kent Test in September rather than relying on last-minute revision.
Small-group learning
With a maximum of six students per group, tutors can give each child individual attention during lessons. This allows for more personalised feedback, closer monitoring of progress, and consistent support where it is needed most.
Experienced 11 Plus tutors
All tutors are DBS-checked and experienced in Kent Test preparation and selective school entry. They understand common exam challenges and teach proven strategies to help students improve performance effectively.
Timed exam practice in every lesson
Regular tasks completed under exam conditions help children become familiar with pacing and pressure. This improves speed, accuracy, and confidence when facing the real Kent Test.
Simple, step-by-step teaching
Difficult question types are broken down into clear, manageable steps so children can fully understand how to approach each problem and apply the correct method independently.
Engaging online lessons
Interactive teaching methods are used throughout to keep students focused and motivated. Lessons are designed to encourage participation and active learning rather than passive listening.
Clear feedback and progress tracking
After each mock session, students receive detailed feedback highlighting mistakes and areas for improvement, helping them make steady, measurable progress each week.
Expert-Led Lessons
Step-by-step teaching, clear explanations, and practical exam techniques delivered by experienced 11 Plus tutors
How Summer Practice Built Real Kent Test Confidence
A Year 5 girl from a local primary school was confident in her school but nervous about moving to a larger grammar school environment. She worried other students would be more advanced and had never written timed essays before, only short classroom tasks. During the summer, she practised timed writing, improved step by step, and learned what grammar school life actually involves. As her mock scores improved, her confidence grew. By September, she sat the Kent Test calmly and later joined grammar school feeling ready and confident among her peers.
What Topics Are Taught in Our Intensive 11 Plus Summer Revision Course in Shepherdswell 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 Shepherdswell Families
Grammar school entry is based on exam performance rather than classroom ability alone, meaning even strong Year 5 pupils may miss out without targeted preparation.
About 11 Plus Tutoring
11 Plus Tutoring is a UK-based online learning service dedicated exclusively to 11 Plus exam preparation for children in Years 3 to 5. Our programmes are built around all key entrance exam formats, including GL Assessment, CEM, ISEB, SET, FSCE, CSSE, and individual school exams, covering Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
We also provide one-to-one tuition led by fully qualified, DBS-checked teachers, alongside our structured booster courses. Students receive regular homework tasks, progress assessments, and access to a live tracking system so parents can clearly follow development at every stage. Independent reviews are available on Trust Pilot.
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
Don’t Leave It Until the Last Minute: Secure Your Child’s Place Now
As the Kent Test (PESE) approaches in September, summer becomes the most important stage for building exam readiness. Confidence, speed, and technique are developed here, not at the last minute. If you are considering structured support, we recommend booking early due to limited availability.