Mr B - 11+ Parent Dulwich
"Marguerite is a fantastic tutor. She has a gentle nature that is good for my son's anxieties and is on time and very organised. I would highly recommend her. After two English sessions my son's scores have gone from 36, 43, 46% to 74%-70% in his weekly tests.”
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Mrs Y - 11+ Parent Hammersmith
"I wanted to share some good news with you. L received an offer from City of London School for Boys! He's so happy and super excited to go. Thank you so much for your support throughout this. It's been a journey and I couldn't have stayed sane without the team!"
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Mrs Y - 11+ Parent Chiswick
"Just letting you know that M got in to St Paul's Juniors! We found out today and are over the moon, as I'm sure you can imagine! Thank you so much to you and your team for all your help along the way; please do thank George for us too."
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11+ (11 Plus) Tuition by Ivy Education
At Ivy Education, we provide bespoke, expert 11+ tuition, helping students gain entry to leading UK schools. Our highly experienced tutors offer a personalised approach, adapting to each child’s learning style and needs.
Expert 11+ Tutors
Our tutors are handpicked for their expertise, experience, and success in preparing students for 11 Plus and other competitive entrance exams. Many have attended top UK schools themselves, offering unique insight into the exam process.
Tailored Learning
Whether you need a specialist tutor for your child's personal circumstances, or a subject-specific specialist, we will go above and beyond to meet your family's requirements. We provide a fully personalised approach, creating bespoke learning plans that focus on the specific strengths and weaknesses of each student.
Flexible Tuition Options
Choose from online or in-person tuition, depending on your schedule, preference, and location.
All 11+ Exam Boards
Our tutors are experts in all exam boards, including GL (Granada Learning), CEM (Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring), as well as The Independent Schools Examination Board for ISEB Pre-Tests.
11+ Exam Preparation With Highly Experienced Tutors
What Are 11+ Entrance Exams?
The 11+ exams are assessments undertaken by Year 6 pupils as part of the admissions process for secondary schools. Independent and Grammar school entrance exams are highly competitive, and tailored 11+ tuition is often essential for gaining entry into the UK's top schools, where standards are exceptionally high.
Starting preparation early is key to success. We recommend beginning 12 to 18 months before the 11+ Plus or ISEB Pre-Test to ensure your child has the time to build a solid foundation and develop effective exam techniques. Our experienced tutors guide students through every step of the exam preparation process, helping them gain confidence and maximise their chances of admission. We have a proven track record of helping many students gain entrance to the most competitive schools in the UK.
Schools We Help Prepare Students For
We have helped students gain entrance to the best Independent and Grammar Schools in the country
King's College School Wimbledon
KCS Wimbledon is an independent day school for boys aged 7-18 and girls aged 16-18, located in Wimbledon, London. All entry points are competitive and require an exam and interview. KCS is known for its peaceful environment and strong sense of community.
Westminster School
Westminster School, a public day and boarding school in Westminster, London, admits boys at 13+ and girls at 16+. It is affiliated with Westminster Under School, a day school for boys admitting pupils at 7+, 8+, and 11+. The Under School has its own campus.
Eton College
Eton College is an independent boarding school for boys, ages 13-18, located in Berkshire, England. It was founded in 1440 and has a notable history. All boys must sit the ISEB Common Pre-Test. Successful candidates will be invited for an individual interview and an online predictive test. Candidates are then offered a conditional place, confirmed by passing a final assessment in Year 8.
St Paul’s School
St Paul's School is a leading independent school for boys, aged 7-18. It is located in Barnes, West London. St Paul's School provides boys with a dynamic, varied and enriching education from the age of 11 until 18. All entry points require a competitive exam and an interview, and boys join St Paul’s Juniors for two years and then transfer to St Paul’s.
City of London School
City Junior School, part of the City of London School, is a co-educational day school located in central London. It admits pupils at 7+ and 11+ and offers a broad curriculum designed to prepare students for senior school education. It provides a strong academic ethos and excellent facilities while maintaining its own distinct identity and campus.
What’s Included in Our 11+ Tuition?
11+ English
Our English tuition focuses on enhancing reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and creative writing skills, ensuring students can confidently tackle all aspects of the 11+ English exam.
11+ Verbal Reasoning
We ensure that lessons covering verbal reasoning are tailored to help your child work through questions more commonly encountered at top-tier schools. Our tutors will help your child develop logical thinking, language manipulation, and pattern recognition, enabling them to approach these questions with accuracy and speed.
Preparation Through Past Papers & Mock Tests
Using the very best past papers, our tutors will sit your child through mock tests to help identify key areas of improvement, as part of their personalised study plan.
11+ Maths
Your child's maths lessons will cover mathematical concepts, problem-solving strategies, and numerical reasoning to build strong foundations and ensure success in both standard and advanced 11+ maths questions.
11+ Non-Verbal Reasoning
We teach techniques for interpreting patterns, sequences, and spatial reasoning, helping students excel in this visually focused section of the 11+ exams.
Interview Preparation & Mock Interviews
We also offer interview preparation services and mock interviews with former heads of top independent schools to help your child master the school interview process. Whether they need support with building confidence, or familiarising themselves with the format, our services are all-encompassing.
Our Teaching Method
1. Initial Discussion & Academic Assessment
We begin with an initial discussion with you about your child’s needs, followed by an academic assessment benchmarked against UK independent school averages. This helps us tailor tuition and guide school selection for top institutions like Westminster, KCS Wimbledon, St Pauls, and Latymer. The assessment results support informed decisions, keeping your child on track to achieve their academic goals and succeed in the admissions process.
2. Targeted Tuition
After the assessment, we consider your child’s target schools to create a tailored tuition checklist and match them with the ideal tutor. We carefully evaluate tutors based on availability, experience, approach, alongside your preferences and location. Our Education Team will introduce you to the selected tutor, and your child will then receive a bespoke study plan with focused objectives to help them achieve their goals.
3. Entrance Exam Preparation
Throughout your child's tuition, their tutor will guide them through the entire 11+ entrance exam process, from the ISEB Pre-Test to interview preparation. Our experienced tutors will help improve your child's exam technique and scores by working through past papers, teaching them to identify question types, manage time effectively, apply their knowledge under pressure, and approach questions with confidence.
4. Interview Preparation
Interviews are a crucial part of the school entrance procedure and often require specific tuition or preparation. Our expert tutors will provide your child with guidance on demystifying and mastering 11+ school interviews, through techniques, tips, and building confidence in answering questions.
5. Mock Interviews With Former Heads
We also offer mock interviews to accompany your child's tuition. Our School Entry Mock Interviews, conducted by former heads of top independent schools, are a unique opportunity to meet with a former Head of a top Independent school. They will draw on their extensive knowledge to create a realistic interview experience, so that your child knows what to expect and how to prepare for competitive school interviews.
Our 11+ Tutors
Qualified Tutors for All 11+ Exam Boards
Our team of expert 11+ tutors have been hand-picked, to help your child towards successful entry into leading Independent and Grammar schools across London and the UK.
Joe
Educational Assessment, 11+ Entrance ExamsJoe has built a wide range of knowledge and experiences through his academic studies and 11 years working in education. He has a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education specialising...
Isabel
7+ Entrance, 11+ Entrance, GCSE SpecialistIsabel’s combined interests in education, alternative pedagogies and the accessibility of information make her a well-rounded tutor and mentor. She has taught students with a wide ...
Sandip
7+, 11+ Entrance Exams, GCSE and A LevelSandip graduated with a History BA from Queen Mary University of London, he then completed his History MA, which specialised in Global, Imperial and Postcolonial History at the sam...
11+ Testimonials
Mrs L - 11+ Parent London
"We are really happy with George and the help he is providing for our son. We’ve actually arranged to have an extra weekly session with him!”
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Mrs W - 11+ Parent London
"Joe has really been a fantastic help for my son and whilst we haven’t had long with him (because of the exam being brought forward from Jan) he has given my son a lot of support and confidence for his exam. I really cannot speak highly enough about his professionalism and excellent teaching style and would recommend him to anyone looking for exam support for their child. He has always strived to go above and beyond what I had originally expected of him, providing reading lists and researching the new exam process for this year."
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Mrs S - 11+ Parent Sutton
"Gavin is an excellent tutor. He has tutored my son for last 3 years to finally achieve his 11 + targets, we have already received St Paul's 13+ offer today and hope to receive more over the next few weeks. Gavin is excellent in doing targeted work and has great communication with my son. My son enjoys his lessons and looks forward to it."
★★★★★
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