7+ • 11+ • 13+
Entrance Exam Preparation
Personalised online tuition for entry to leading UK independent schools
Every child’s entrance exam preparation is different. I provide personalised one-to-one tuition built around your child’s current attainment, target schools and individual strengths and areas for development.
A STRATEGIC APPROACH
More Than Practice Papers
Successful entrance exam preparation requires more than completing practice papers. Students need to understand the curriculum, close gaps in knowledge, develop effective examination strategies and build the confidence to perform under pressure.
Preparation begins by understanding where your child is now, where they need to be and the requirements of the schools they are targeting. From there, I create a structured programme designed to maximise progress in the time available.
What Your Child’s Programme Includes
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ASSESSMENT
Assess & Plan
Initial assessment identifies strengths, gaps and readiness, creating a clear roadmap for the preparation ahead.
TUITION
Personalised Tuition
One-to-one lessons focus on your child’s needs and target schools across English, Maths, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
PRACTICE
Practise & Apply
Purposeful homework, guided online learning, practice papers and timed mocks build knowledge, technique and confidence.
PROGRESS
Monitor Progress
Detailed lesson feedback and monthly reports keep you informed about strengths, next steps and upcoming priorities.
UK & INTERNATIONAL FAMILIES
Focused on the Right Priorities
Preparing for UK independent school entrance exams can be particularly challenging for international families. Different schools use different assessments and selection processes, and understanding the academic standard expected by each school can be difficult from overseas.
I help UK and international families understand the academic requirements of their target schools and ensure preparation is focused on the right priorities at the right time.
Preparation for Each Stage
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7+ Preparation
Strong foundations in English and Mathematics alongside reasoning, problem-solving and the skills required for individual school assessments.
11+ Preparation
Comprehensive preparation across English, Mathematics, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, including the ISEB Pre-Test and school-specific assessments where required.
13+ Preparation
Strategic preparation for students seeking entry to leading UK independent schools, tailored to the requirements and assessment process of their target schools.
SEE THE PROCESS
What Preparation Could Look Like
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Programme of Study
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See how assessment findings become a structured, personalised plan.
Progress Report
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See how strengths, next steps and priorities are monitored over time.
Preparation That Leads to Outstanding Outcomes
Students I have supported have secured offers from leading UK independent schools including Eton College, Westminster School, St Paul’s School, Harrow School, Wycombe Abbey, Cheltenham Ladies’ College and Brighton College, among others.
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Thank you for all of your efforts Ryan! Thanks to all your sessions with him, he has passed the second stage of Eton exams. Today he has been offered a place at Eton!! His grades have also improved so much at school. Thank you for everything you have done.
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We have just received amazing news from Brighton College. She got into the school! I can’t thank Ryan enough for all the support and direction throughout the process.
BEYOND THE EXAM
Preparing Students to Thrive
An offer is an important goal, but preparation should deliver more than an examination result. My students are encouraged to think deeply, communicate confidently, work independently and respond positively to challenge.
The aim is to prepare them not only to gain a place at an ambitious school, but to thrive when they get there.
Discuss Your Child’s Preparation
If you’re considering 7+, 11+ or 13+ independent school entry and would like to discuss your child’s current position, target schools and preparation needs, I’d be happy to hear from you.
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