11 Plus Comprehension Course (2 Days) – Master the 11+ Comprehension with Expert Guidance
Venue
Ford End Village Hall (Just outside of Chelmsford)
Main Road
Ford End
Essex CM3 1LH
Course Details
- Dates: 4th & 5th August 2025
- Time: 10:00 – 15:00 each day
- Format: Available both online and face-to-face
- Location for Face-to-Face:
Ford End Village Hall (Just outside of Chelmsford)
Main Road
Ford End
Essex CM3 1LH - Price: £270
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Intensive two-day course on 25th & 26th August 2025, from 10:00 to 15:00. Available both online and face-to-face. Book a place today!
In the highly competitive landscape of the 11+ entrance exams for grammar and independent schools, strong comprehension skills are vital for your child’s success. The 11 Plus Comprehension exam is not just a memory test; it assesses a student’s understanding of essential information, vocabulary, and ability to interpret passages carefully.
Comprehension tasks require students to read fiction and non-fiction texts, tackle unfamiliar words, and write answers demonstrating clear understanding. Whether facing multiple-choice questions or writing answers in complete sentences, mastering these skills is essential to achieving full marks.
Our intensive 11+ Comprehension Course is designed to equip your children with the tools to handle all the questions they encounter confidently. We focus on essential exam techniques such as skim reading, identifying critical information, and approaching different question types effectively. By aligning our lessons with the school curriculum and going beyond, we ensure your child gains the knowledge and confidence to excel in comprehension and related areas like creative writing, verbal reasoning, and even maths.
What Sets Our Course Apart
Unlike other courses, our two-day programme offers the flexibility of both online and face-to-face learning options, accommodating your family’s needs during the summer. Led by an experienced tutor with a proven track record, the course provides personalised feedback, helping students understand how to arrive at the correct answers in line with exam mark schemes. Our interactive lessons engage students through various comprehension tasks, encouraging them to read passages carefully and think critically.
We maintain small class sizes to ensure each child receives individual attention and support. By incorporating creative writing exercises and exploring a range of question types, we enhance students’ understanding and confidence. Parents can trust that their children receive high-quality instruction that has helped numerous students secure places at top grammar and independent schools. Our comprehensive approach prepares your child for the 11-plus comprehension exam and lifelong learning and success.
Course Highlights
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In-Depth Curriculum
Our comprehensive curriculum covers all the critical areas necessary for success in the 11-plus comprehension exam. We delve into understanding complex texts, enhancing vocabulary, and interpreting unfamiliar words. Students will learn vital exam techniques such as carefully reading passages, skim reading for key information, and writing correct answers in complete sentences.
We cover a variety of question types, including multiple-choice questions and written responses, ensuring students are well-prepared for the multiple-choice format and open-ended comprehension tasks they will encounter. Time management strategies are also emphasized to help students complete all the questions within the exam timeframe. By the end of the course, your child will have the skills and confidence to tackle the comprehension test effectively, aiming for full marks.
Experienced Grammar School Tutor
Experienced tutors lead the course with a proven track record in preparing students for 11-plus entrance exams for grammar and independent schools. Parents can trust that their son or daughter will receive high-quality instruction that aligns with the school curriculum and goes beyond, preparing them for exams and lifelong learning.
Interactive Learning
We believe that learning should be engaging and interactive. Our lessons incorporate various teaching methods, including group discussions, interactive comprehension tasks, and creative writing exercises. Students are encouraged to participate actively, which enhances understanding and retention of key concepts.
By using engaging materials and authentic exam passages, we ensure that students learn and enjoy the process. This approach helps develop critical thinking skills and apply knowledge effectively, which is essential for the comprehension exam and other areas like verbal reasoning and even maths.
Small Class Sizes
We maintain small class sizes to provide personalized attention and support. This ensures that each child receives individual guidance, immediate feedback based on exam mark schemes, and support tailored to their needs. We focus on addressing weaknesses, reinforcing strengths, and building confidence.
Every student can ask questions, participate fully in lessons, and engage with the material more deeply. Parents can be assured that their children receive the support they need during this vital summer preparation period, setting them up for success in their upcoming exams.
Who Should Attend
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This course is ideal for children preparing for the 11+ entrance test for grammar and independent schools. If your child aims to improve their comprehension skills and needs structured lessons to boost their confidence, this course is designed for them. We welcome students who wish to enhance their ability to read and understand a passage carefully and effectively answer a variety of comprehension questions.
No prerequisites are required, but a willingness to learn is recommended. Whether your child has previously attended similar courses or is new to exam preparation, our course offers tailored lessons focusing on the skills needed to excel in the test. By engaging with diverse passages and practising answer techniques, your child will be better equipped to succeed in their upcoming exams.
Benefits of Attending
Skill Development
Our course will significantly enhance your child’s reading and analytical skills, crucial for tackling comprehension tasks involving various passages. Through engaging lessons, children will expand their vocabulary and learn how to interpret unfamiliar words within context.
They will practice writing effective answers by understanding each question’s requirements and focusing on delivering the correct answer every time. By exploring different types of passages, your child will develop the ability to grasp key information and respond accurately and quickly.
Exam Confidence
By participating in our comprehensive courses, your child will build confidence in handling different question types found in the 11+ exams. They will practice answering multiple-choice questions as well as writing answers in complete sentences.
Our lessons emphasise the importance of understanding the passage thoroughly before attempting to answer, ensuring they are well-prepared to achieve full marks. Regular practice with past exam questions will help them become familiar with the exam format and time constraints.
Personalised Feedback
Each child will receive individual assessments to identify their strengths and target areas for improvement. Our experienced tutor will provide personalised feedback, guiding them on how to write precise and well-structured answers. This tailored approach ensures that your child knows exactly where to focus their efforts to enhance their performance.
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Limited spaces are available to ensure each child receives personalized attention. Don’t miss this vital opportunity to prepare your children for the 11+ exams this summer.
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Course Details
- Dates: 25th & 26th August 2025
- Time: 10:00 – 15:00 each day
- Format: Available both online and face-to-face
- Location for Face-to-Face:
Ford End Village Hall (Just outside of Chelmsford)
Main Road
Ford End
Essex CM3 1LH - Price: £270
Book Now
Children will be expected to bring stationary, food and drink.
- 3 sharp pencils
- 2 rulers
- 2 rubbers
- 2 sharpeners
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