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What Does a Good 11+ Tutor Actually Do?

By William / April 20, 2026

If you’re starting to think about the 11+, it’s natural to wonder what a tutor really does — and, just...

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The 11+ is Changing: What Parents Need to Know About the FSCE

By William / April 16, 2026

In recent years, some grammar schools have begun moving away from traditional 11+ tests provided by GL Assessment, towards a...

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How to Decide Between Different Forms of 11+ Tuition

By William / April 12, 2026

When parents begin thinking about 11+ preparation, one of the first questions is: “What type of tuition is actually best?”...

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How to Build Strong Problem-Solving Skills for the 11+

By William / April 7, 2026

When parents think about preparing for the 11+, it’s easy to focus on content: more maths topics, more vocabulary, more...

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5 Common Mistakes Parents Make When Preparing for the 11+

By William / March 30, 2026

If you’re starting to think about the 11+, it’s natural to want to give your child the best possible chance....

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How to Build Strong Problem-Solving Skills for the 11+ (Cheltenham Guide for Parents)

By William / March 30, 2026

Preparing for the 11+ is about much more than learning content. While a strong foundation in maths and English is...

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How can I support my child at home for the 11+?

By William / March 27, 2026

Many parents wonder how best to support their child at home — particularly when thinking about the 11+ or building...

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What makes grammar school a good fit?

By William / March 27, 2026

Choosing whether to pursue a grammar school place can feel like a significant decision for many families. While the 11+...

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How Much 11+ Preparation Should a Year 4 Child Do?

By William / March 23, 2026

For many parents, Year 4 is the point where the 11+ first comes into view. You may be wondering whether...

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The Difference Between Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Maths in the 11+

By William / March 16, 2026

When parents first begin looking into the 11+, one of the most confusing aspects is the different types of questions...

Free Parent Workshop: Understanding the Gloucestershire 11+

By William / March 16, 2026

Many parents begin thinking about the 11+ during Year 4 or early in Year 5, but the process can often...

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How Difficult Is the 11+ Exam?

By William / March 12, 2026

Many parents ask the same question when they first begin exploring grammar school admissions: how difficult is the 11+ exam?...

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What Maths Skills Matter Most for the 11+?

By William / March 11, 2026

For many parents, preparing for the 11+ can feel like trying to cover an enormous amount of mathematics. There are...

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The Gloucestershire 11+ Explained: A Guide for Parents

By William / March 10, 2026

For many parents in Gloucestershire, the 11+ exam can feel confusing and unfamiliar. Questions often arise about how the test...

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When Should My Child Start Preparing for the 11+?

By William / March 9, 2026

Many parents begin to think about the 11+ when their child reaches Year 5. At that point, the exam suddenly...

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Algebra for the 11+: Helping Children Understand the Language of Mathematics

By William / March 9, 2026

For many children preparing for the 11+, algebra can feel like a completely new subject. Suddenly numbers are replaced with...

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5 top tips for 11+ English comprehension preparation

By William / March 2, 2026

At Cheltenham Tutors, we believe that strong English reading comprehension skills are built steadily over time through careful teaching, thoughtful...

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When Should a Year 4 Child Start Preparing for the 11+?

By William / February 27, 2026

For many families in Cheltenham, the 11+ begins to loom large during Year 4. You may have heard conversations in...

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By William / July 7, 2020

Online home tutoring by the Cheltenham Tutor "Cheltenham Tutor's online tutoring was recommended to us by a teacher from our...

Excellent Cheltenham Tutor!

By William / June 12, 2020

William is an excellent teacher and our son loves his lessons. He is a patient teacher and our son responds...