Online 11+ tutors
One-to-one 11+ tuition with a tutor we have interviewed ourselves, matched to the schools you are applying to and the paper style they use.
- Every tutor interviewed
- Live one-to-one lessons
- Weekly progress updates
11+ subjects we tutor
About 11+
The 11+ is an entrance exam taken in Year 6 for places at selective grammar schools and many independent schools. It is not national. Each region, county or school sets its own rules, so the first job is finding out exactly what your target schools ask for.
Papers usually draw on four areas: Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. Many are produced by GL Assessment, others by CEM-style providers, and some schools write their own. The format, timing and mix of subjects differ, and so does the type of question. Some schools also set a piece of creative writing.
Most tests are taken in September of Year 6, so serious preparation often starts in Year 4 or 5. Registration deadlines come even earlier. Our tutors cover the content, teach exam technique and build the speed that these timed papers demand.
Why families choose Nerdely for 11+
Matched to the paper
Tell us the schools you are applying to. We match a tutor who knows the style of test they use.
Built around timing
Lessons mix learning new skills with timed practice, since pace is often what decides marks.
Every tutor interviewed
We talk to each tutor ourselves before they teach, and only match one when we are confident they fit.
Progress you can see
Homework, quizzes and weekly test scores appear in your account, with a short report every month.
How Nerdely works
Tell us what your child needs
Subject, level, exam board and the times that suit you. It takes a couple of minutes.
We find and interview a tutor
We shortlist tutors who teach that subject and level, interview them ourselves and match the right one.
Lessons are booked in
Live, one-to-one, 50-minute lessons in our online classroom, with video, chat and a shared whiteboard.
You see the progress
Homework, quizzes and weekly test scores in your account, plus a short report every month.
11+ tutoring questions
When should we start 11+ tutoring?
Many families start in Year 4 or early Year 5, which allows time to fill gaps and practise steadily before the tests in September of Year 6. Starting later is possible, but there is less time to build speed.
What is the difference between GL Assessment and CEM-style papers?
GL papers tend to have separate, clearly labelled subject sections. CEM-style papers usually mix question types and are more varied and less predictable. We ask which your schools use and match practice to it.
Does the 11+ vary by area?
Yes. Some areas run a shared test for all grammar schools, others have school by school tests, and independent schools often set their own papers. Always check each school’s admissions page for the current format.
Do you tutor for independent school entrance too?
Yes. Independent schools often test Maths and English, sometimes alongside reasoning, and may include interviews or writing tasks. A tutor can prepare your child for the content and the style.
Which 11+ subjects can you cover?
Maths, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. Most families choose the subjects their target schools test, and some begin with the area where their child is weakest.
Find a 11+ tutor
Tell us the subjects, exam board and times that suit you. We will find, interview and book the right tutor.