Online 11 Plus Intensive Summer Course Thirsk 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
This course in August 2026 is for Year 5 children in Thirsk who are getting ready for the Ripon Grammar School Entrance Test in September 2026, for Year 7 entry in September 2027. The entrance test will be held on Saturday 12 September, 2026 at Ripon Grammar School. Registration is handled by North Yorkshire Council, and the deadline was 30 June 2026. If you missed the deadline, please contact North Yorkshire Council through their website.Looking for an Online 11 Plus Summer Course in Thirsk?
Each August, 11 Plus Tutoring offers a summer booster session in Thirsk to help Year 5 students get ready for the Ripon Grammar School Entrance Test in September. The course supports families in Thirsk and the wider YO7 area, as their children work towards earning a Year 7 place at Ripon Grammar School, which is known as one of England’s top state schools.
The summer before the 11 Plus exam is an ideal time for Year 5 pupils to get ready. By August, students have finished their primary school year and can focus on building their knowledge, filling any gaps, and gaining the speed and confidence needed for the timed exam in September.
For year-round preparation, we offer online 11 Plus Thirsk Tuition.
Why Families in Thirsk Seek the 11 Plus Summer Booster Courses?
Experience of the Real Exam
Many pupils know the curriculum but have had little opportunity to complete full-length timed papers in the GL Assessment format used by Ripon Grammar School.
Improving Speed and Accuracy
Success in the 11 Plus depends on answering questions accurately within strict time limits. Regular timed practice helps pupils build confidence and work more efficiently.
Specialist Reasoning Preparation
Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning are not part of the primary curriculum, so focused tuition helps children develop these essential exam skills.
Breaking Through Self-Study Plateaus
During the final weeks before the exam, expert tutor feedback helps identify weaker areas, correct recurring mistakes and keep progress moving forward.
Building Confidence Before Exam Day
Weekly mock tests familiarise children with the exam environment, reducing nerves and improving confidence for the September assessment.
Making the Most of the Summer Holidays
A structured August timetable helps pupils maintain consistent revision without becoming overwhelmed before returning to school.
Students we commonly support for 11 Plus in Thirsk
We are proud to support families across Thirsk and the welcoming YO7 nearby areas including Settle, Pateley Bridge, Grassington and Gargrave. Our reach extends to children attending local primary schools such as Thirsk Community Primary School, Sowerby Primary Academy, and All Saints Catholic Primary School. Many of these young learners are now in the exciting final stages of preparing for the Ripon Grammar School Entrance Test, aiming for a coveted Year 7 place in September 2027.
Why Choose Our Thirsk 11 Plus Intensive Summer Booster Course?
Accelerated Summer Preparation
Build confidence before the Ripon Grammar School Entrance Test with an intensive four-week programme covering Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning, designed around the GL Assessment format.
Small-Group Personalised Tuition
With a maximum of six pupils per class, tutors provide individual guidance, tailored support and regular encouragement to help every child make measurable progress.
Specialist 11 Plus Tutors
Lessons are delivered by DBS-checked tutors experienced in preparing pupils for Ripon Grammar School's GL Assessment entrance test, ensuring focused and relevant preparation.
Timed Mock Tests Every Session
Each lesson includes a full GL Assessment-style timed mock paper, followed by immediate tutor feedback to improve exam technique, speed and accuracy.
Expert-Led Teaching
Tutors explain every question step by step, helping pupils understand the reasoning behind the correct answers while developing effective strategies for tackling unfamiliar questions.
Live Interactive Online Lessons
Children actively participate in engaging online sessions where they can ask questions, solve problems together and receive instant support from experienced tutors.
Detailed Personalised Feedback
After every mock paper, families receive clear feedback highlighting strengths, priority improvement areas and practical guidance on what to focus on before the next lesson.
Professional Feedback
Detailed feedback after every mock paper to help students identify mistakes, improve weak areas, and make steady progress.
Success Story of a Local Students in Thirsk
Prior to the September Ripon Grammar School Entrance Test, a Year 5 student from Thirsk attended an intensive summer booster course to enhance exam technique. Throughout the four-week programme, structured practice sessions and targeted feedback from the tutor significantly improved the student's speed, accuracy, and confidence in Mathematics, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning. By the final week, the student demonstrated calm focus while completing timed mock papers, managed time efficiently in each section, and approached the exam with increased confidence and preparedness.
What Topics Are Taught in Our Intensive 11 Plus Summer Revision Course in Thirsk 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 Thirsk Families
For families throughout Thirsk, Settle, Pateley Bridge, Grassington and Gargrave, the 11 Plus summer course helps bridge the gap between preparation and exam day by improving timing, confidence and full-paper technique before September.
About 11 Plus Tutoring
Based in the UK, 11 Plus Tutoring provides online exam preparation for students in Years 3 through 5. Their platform supports all major examination boards—including GL Assessment, CEM, ISEB, SET, FSCE, CSSE, and individual school tests—across the core subjects of English, mathematics, verbal reasoning, and non-verbal reasoning.
Along with targeted booster courses, the service features routine assessments, a progress-tracking student dashboard, a specialised homework portal, and personalised, 11-to-1 lessons led by qualified, DBS-checked tutors. Parent feedback and reviews are available on Trustpilot.
How to Register for Our 4-Week 11 Plus Revision Course in Thirsk
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.