Gently Guiding Your Child's Ambition

Common Mistakes in 11+ English — and How We Support Your Child

It is natural to wonder whether success in 11+ English comes down to ability. Children who secure places at their preferred schools are not simply “better” at English — often they have developed strong comprehension, clear expression, and confidence in exam conditions over time, with careful support. Even able pupils can lose marks through common habits such as:

• Quoting too much of the text.
• Not explaining word meanings in context.
• Rushing through questions.
• Not reflecting on answers.
• With consistent guidance, these patterns can be gently improved, helping children feel confident, prepared, and in control.

Independent Schools

11+ English paper preparation

• Independent schools in London including: Latymer Upper School, North London Collegiate, Whitgift, James Alleyn’s Girls’ School (JAGS), Hampton, Alleyn’s School, Dulwich College, King’s College School Wimbledon, Highgate School, Emanuel School, St Paul’s School & St Paul’s Girls’ School, Francis Holland (Sloane Square) City of London, Westminster Under.
• Selective schools outside of London including: Wycombe Abbey, St. Joseph's College, Devonport High for Boys, Guildford High School, King Edward VI High School for Girls (KEHS), Brighton College and Winchester College.
• Children preparing for the most competitive exams in London are often already performing well—but benefit from precise guidance to meet the expectations of top independent schools.

London 11+ Consortium

A single common entrance assessment for a group of fourteen independent girls' schools.

• Francis Holland School (Regent’s Park), Francis Holland School (Sloane Square), Godolphin and Latymer School, Notting Hill & Ealing High School and South Hampstead High School (GDST).
• The bespoke 100-minute computer-based adaptive assessment is sat as a single test regardless of the number of school applications parents make.

Grammar School Assessments

Grammar school tutoring is available for 2026 entrance examinations and will conclude thereafter.

• The Latymer School.
• Dame Alice Owen's School.
• Devonport High School for Boys. The boys' entrance exam includes a creative writing task.
• Devonport High School for Girls.

Initial English Review

£75

• A calm, expert-led review designed to highlight strengths and identify where small refinements can make a meaningful difference. A dedicated feedback call will leave you with a clearer understanding of your child’s current level, along with practical next steps tailored to your child.
• The fee is credited in full towards ongoing tuition should you choose to proceed with lessons.

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