Online 11 Plus Intensive Summer Course Tilehurst 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
Both Reading grammar schools prepare for September 2027 Year 7 entry, but their exam timelines diverge significantly. Reading School (boys, FSCE): registration closed on 17 May 2026, with exams for in-catchment taking place on 16th July 2026 and applicants outside the catchment taking exams on 25th September; results mid-October 2026. Kendrick School (girls, GL Assessment): registration closes 1st July 2026 at midnight; exam 18th September 2026; results mid-October 2026. CAF deadline for both schools: 31st October 2026. Tilehurst’s RG30 and RG31 postcodes fall within Kendrick’s Priority Area 1, the highest-priority admission tier. Always verify dates directly with each school.Looking for an Online 11 Plus Summer Course in Tilehurst?
Tilehurst occupies a distinctive position in Reading’s 11 Plus map. Both RG30 and RG31 postcode districts that cover Tilehurst fall within Kendrick School’s Priority Area 1, meaning girls from Tilehurst hold the strongest possible priority for the school’s 128 Year 7 places. That proximity advantage, however, only counts when a girl achieves a competitive score within Priority Area 1.
For boys in Tilehurst, Reading School’s move to a July exam date in 2026 means that preparation must be complete and consolidated by mid-July, not September. However, applicants outside the catchment will take exams in September, and our booster course can provide the right support during August.
The two schools Tilehurst families most commonly prepare for are Kendrick School on Kendrick Road, Reading (girls, within 2.5 miles of most RG31 addresses) and Reading School on Erleigh Road, Reading (boys). Both schools are consistently ranked among the highest-achieving state schools in England, and both are significantly oversubscribed each year.
Why Tilehurst Families Choose the 11 Plus Summer Booster Course
GL Assessment exam technique
Success at Kendrick School depends on more than subject knowledge. Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning require specific methods and strong time management.
Competition within Priority Area 1
Tilehurst families benefit from being in Kendrick's highest-priority area, but places are still awarded based on performance against other strong candidates.
Maintaining momentum after Reading School's exam
Structured summer learning helps boys retain Maths and English skills after the July FSCE assessment.
Non-Verbal Reasoning preparation
Many children have limited exposure to NVR before Year 6, despite it being a key part of grammar school testing.
Building exam confidence
Regular timed practice helps children become comfortable with exam pace, reducing uncertainty on test day.
Making the most of August
The summer holiday provides a valuable opportunity for focused preparation before Year 6 commitments begin.
Students We Commonly Support from Tilehurst and Nearby Areas
We support Year 5 children from across Tilehurst and the wider west Reading area, including families from Calcot, Theale and Caversham, covering the RG30 and RG31 postcode districts. Among the Tilehurst primary schools whose pupils we regularly support are Park Lane Primary School on School Road in RG31, English Martyrs’ Catholic Primary School on Dee Road in RG30, and Moorlands Primary School on Church End Lane in RG30. Children from these schools are among the most active Kendrick and Reading School applicants in the Tilehurst area, and many are simultaneously preparing for both selective schools during their Year 5 and early Year 6 preparation.
Why Choose Our Tilehurst 11 Plus Intensive Summer Booster Course?
Designed for Reading grammar school applicants
Supports preparation for both Kendrick School and Reading School, helping children develop the skills needed for their different entrance test formats.
Small groups of six students
Limited class sizes allow tutors to monitor performance closely and provide individual guidance throughout the programme.
Experienced, DBS-checked tutors
Lessons are delivered by tutors familiar with Berkshire grammar school admissions and the demands of selective school exams.
Timed exam practice throughout
Children regularly complete full papers under exam conditions to improve speed, accuracy, and confidence.
Detailed feedback after every mock
Tutors identify weak areas, explain mistakes, and provide targeted strategies for improvement.
Coverage of all key subjects
Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning are developed consistently across the four weeks.
Convenient online learning
Families across Tilehurst, Theale, and the wider RG30 and RG31 areas can access expert tuition from home during the summer holidays.
Expert-Led Lessons
Step-by-step teaching, clear explanations, and practical exam techniques delivered by experienced 11 Plus tutors
Our Local Success Story of a Year 5 Child from Tilehurst, Berkshire
A Year 5 boy from Tilehurst (RG31) joined the August 2025 booster course. The focus was on improving Maths and English skills through the summer, with particular attention needed in multi-step Maths questions, where marks had been lost during mocks. Early sessions highlighted strong basic calculation skills but slower performance on applied word problems. The teaching approach shifted to a clear, structured method for breaking down each question, supported by regular timed practice to improve speed and efficiency. By the end of the programme, his Maths paper completion rate had improved significantly, and his confidence going into the Kendrick School entry exam was stronger, with Maths no longer a source of concern.
What Topics Are Covered in the Tilehurst 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 the 11 Plus Summer Course Matters for Tilehurst 11 Plus Families
For many families in Amersham or nearby areas such as Chesham and Little Chalfont, Caversham, 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 is a UK-based online learning provider focused entirely on preparation for 11 Plus entrance exams, supporting children from Year 3 to Year 5. The programme is designed to build strong performance across all major exam systems, including GL Assessment, CEM, ISEB, SET, FSCE, CSSE, and individual school papers, covering Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning in a structured way. Alongside intensive booster courses, we provide personalised one-to-one tuition delivered by qualified, DBS-checked tutors. Families also benefit from regular progress testing, a dedicated homework platform, and a live dashboard that tracks development throughout the course. Independent parent feedback and 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.