Join us this summer for small-group 11+ preparation courses designed to help children build confidence, strengthen core skills, and prepare thoughtfully for the changing Gloucestershire 11+ landscape.
Our summer courses are designed to be calm, supportive and academically focused, helping children develop the kinds of skills increasingly valued within the new FSCE assessment model, while also supporting students preparing for more traditional GL-style assessments.
All courses are taught in very small groups to allow for individual feedback, discussion and targeted support.
These courses are designed for children moving into Year 5 who are likely to sit the new FSCE-style Gloucestershire 11+ assessment.
The focus is on developing:
Rather than repetitive drilling, sessions are designed to build broader academic understanding and flexible thinking.
Children will explore:
Children will develop:
We will also explore the kinds of broader thinking and curriculum links that appear increasingly important within the FSCE model.
These sessions are designed for children preparing for more traditional GL-style 11+ assessments.
The course will cover:
Day 1: Maths and NVR
Day 2: English and VR
Sessions aim to strengthen understanding while also helping students become more confident and familiar with the structure of traditional 11+ papers.
Children will receive structured teaching, guided practice, discussion opportunities and feedback throughout the sessions.
Years 3–4
This course builds secure number foundations and confidence with mental calculation.
We focus on:
number bonds and place value
adding and subtracting mentally
developing understanding of times tables
estimation and checking strategies
Sessions are interactive, carefully paced, and designed to reduce maths anxiety while building enjoyment and confidence.
Best for:
Children who need stronger foundations, more confidence, or a calm alternative to fast-paced maths drills.
Years 5–6
A more advanced course aimed at improving speed, accuracy, and flexibility with numbers.
We focus on:
efficient mental strategies for all four operations
fractions, decimals, and percentages
multi-step calculations
applying mental methods under light time pressure
Children learn how to think mathematically — an essential skill for Year 6 and beyond.
Best for:
Children preparing for Year 6, entrance assessments, or who want to feel more confident tackling harder mental maths.
This course develops children’s ability to reason, explain, and solve problems, not just calculate answers.
We focus on:
interpreting word problems
choosing appropriate strategies
spotting patterns and relationships
explaining mathematical thinking clearly
Children are encouraged to slow down, think carefully, and articulate their reasoning.
Best for:
Children who can calculate accurately but struggle with problem-solving or explaining their thinking.
This course supports children in becoming fluent, confident readers who enjoy reading.
We focus on:
reading aloud with accuracy and expression
developing pace without rushing
vocabulary development
building confidence and enjoyment
Sessions are supportive and encouraging, helping children move from hesitant reading to fluent, confident reading.
Best for:
Children who lack confidence, read hesitantly, or need support developing fluency.
This course helps children understand and engage with what they read.
We focus on:
retrieving information accurately
making inferences
understanding vocabulary in context
explaining answers clearly
Texts are carefully chosen to stretch understanding while remaining accessible and engaging.
Best for:
Children who read fluently but find comprehension questions challenging.
In-person sessions
Small group sizes for individual attention
Short, focused holiday blocks
Supportive and encouraging teaching style
Ideal for Easter and summer consolidation
Parents are always welcome to get in touch to discuss whether a course is the right fit for their child.