Online 11 Plus Small Group Experience

Personalised Attention and Deep Results

Online English Tuition (11 Plus English school entrance exam preparation)

Choose the perfect taster option for your child

A 75-minute Single Taster Session

£49

  • I will observe your child’s natural strengths and gaps that might be holding them back.
  • I will note how your child engages with language, thinks on the page and expresses their ideas.
  • Separate groups for Year 4 and Year 5.
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A Block of 3 Taster Sessions

£149

  • Some children need time to unfold so a three-session experience is designed to move beyond first impressions.
  • Writing fluency, structure and imagination.
  • Separate groups for Year 4 and Year 5.
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What do Parents think?

Here are some reviews from the children’s parents

“Clare is a phenomenal teacher because she works to understand the whole child and unlock their potential. Clare guided our daughter to connect to her passion and her creativity in her writing and this resulted in a transformative year, where we saw her confidence soar, a discovery of her own storytelling voice shine through, and such a positive mental attitude to learning that she actually enjoyed exams week! As part of this approach, Clare mentored her with friendships and self- esteem, which has made all aspects of her secondary school transition wonderful. Our daughter has gained study skills for life by working with Clare and we could not have hoped for a better outcome.”

Year 7 Parent

Rated 5 out of 5
“I have used Clare to help my son with his Common Entrance prep. She was absolutely amazing. Not only is she a real teacher who knows how children actually learns and what they need to close their knowledge gaps, but she was also so in-tuned to my son’s learning style, not to mention always kind and with a smile on her face. She made the hard work easy and we are just so very lucky to have been able to work together. My son got to the top schools he aimed for and we remain forever grateful.”

Parent - SW London

Rated 5 out of 5
“My daughter Leia (Year 3) loves the lessons with Clare because they are structured in a fun way that encourages imagination. Each session is designed to enrich vocabulary and ends with a beautifully written essay about various topics. There was a noticeable improvement in my daughter's writing only after three sessions and Leia is very proud every time she has used a new word in her writing. After each session Clare provides a pdf summary of the words that have been used in the session, which we find very helpful as we can practice all the words until the next session. ”

Parent - SW London

Rated 5 out of 5
“Charlie has clearly enjoyed his lessons with you and we would like to thank you for all that you've done with him. At last week's parents' evening his English teacher said that Charlie is doing really well and he's very pleased with all his work. ”

Parent - SW London

“Thank you so much for the update on his progress - it's amazing to hear how well he's doing! I'm especially happy to hear he is enjoying the "show don't tell" and is getting so inquisitive about words.Your insights about his approach to writing are really helpful, and I appreciate the analogy of learning as a “to do” list. It makes perfect sense. I'm sure that, as you say, his writing will become more natural and fluid with time and practice. I'm also learning as we go along so it's great to have your experience to guide us.”

1:1 Bright to Brilliant - Year 5 parent

“I'd like to let you know that Sarah got an offer from Latymer. Although it was a very short period of time for her to prepare for the exam, she managed to get this positive result. As you know, Latymer mark the maths and verbal reasoning tests first then proceed to mark English for top 750 applicants. Her rank moved up more than 100 after her English got marked. She did really well in English. We sincerely thank you for all the support and effort. Although it was a very limited number of sessions she could have due to our short notice, it really helped her. Thank you very much. ”

Year 6 Parent

How It Works

Inspire your child to master and love English!

Book a Free Initial Call (Parent + Clare)

We will discuss your child’s goals, their current level, growth potential, mindset and your target schools.

Book a Taster Experience

Choose from a single taster session or a block of three-sessions. This will give you a good idea as to whether my classes are the perfect fit for your child.

Initial Assessment

I can review a sample of your child’s English work to gauge their key strengths and areas for improvement.

Post-Taster Feedback

We will arrange a time to speak and discuss your child's progress. If you choose to continue, you will receive a personalised plan tailored to your child to ensure a well-rounded 11 Plus English preparation experience.

Weekly Small Group Coaching

During our 75-minute tutorials we will consistently build both your child’s English skills and confidence for lasting results. Creative Writing Excellence: From powerful story planning to vivid language, your child will learn how to write with depth and structure. We will cover the full range of creative writing question types (fiction and non-fiction including letter writing). Comprehension Confidence (open-ended questions): Exposure to real 11 Plus texts from your target schools, with high-level question practice and refined written techniques.

Tailored Feedback on Your Child's Work

Half-termly, you are welcome to send me a sample of your child’s work to personally review and provide email feedback. For those who would like even more insight, there is an optional add-on: a private half-term Zoom check-in where we will discuss your child’s progress.

Here to help

Grow your child’s expressive voice, skills and confidence for success

I understand every child is different so I am happy to offer two different taster options, depending on what feels most helpful for your situation. 



Frequently Asked Questions

Questions you might have around small group 11+ English tuition

How do I book a taster for my child?

To get started please book a call with Clare via the contact form or email clare@creativehare.co.uk

 

What sets your small group tuition apart?

This is not just another group class. My elite tuition groups are small by design, allowing me to combine the rigour of private school teaching with the benefits of peer collaboration. 

I understand that 11 Plus English preparation can be hard, even for academically bright students. The creative writing and reading comprehension classes have been carefully structured into termly blocks to allow for deep mastery. This is to ensure your child will reach the highest of standards with a calm inner confidence. 

Each Year 4 and Year 5 group follows a strategically planned, indepth curriculum that encourages mastery of creative writing and reading comprehension for 11 Plus English success. 



Which school exams do you prepare children for?

I taught in south-west London for many years so I typically coach children for competitive schools in this area including: St. Paul’s, City of London, King’s College, Wimbleson, Latymer Upper, Dulwich, Alleyn’s, as well as other elite independents and top grammar schools in North London, notably Dame Alice Owen’s School and Latymer (Edmonton).

As an experienced school teacher, I will adapt the content and expectations depending on your desired target schools’ formats and question styles.

When and how are lessons delivered?

Lessons are delivered weekly in term-time, via Zoom. Each session runs for around 75-minutes.

What is your background and experience?

I have taught in top independent London schools for many years, including direct experience preparing students for 11+ success.

I know exactly what competitive schools in London look for and how to help children grow in confidence.

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