11+ Grammar School Tuition: Real Results, Years 4 and 5
Sterling Study is a PhD-led company offering online grammar school tuition for the 11+ entrance exam, fully online and UK-wide. Our 11+ tuition covers Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, English and Maths, mapped to the exam board your target grammar school actually uses, GL Assessment or CSSE. Every child starts with a free assessment and a free trial class, with no contract required.
What Our Families Say
From parents who started early and students who are glad they did.
"I had three different exams and at first that felt really scary. But we went through each one and I started to understand what they were looking for. On the day I felt ready for all of them."
"I used to panic in the English paper because it is so long. We did it again and again in lessons until it did not feel scary anymore. I started finishing it properly and my scores kept going up."
"When I started I found the maths really hard but every week something new clicked. My tutor never made me feel bad, just kept helping me get better. By the end I actually looked forward to sessions."
"Maths was the bit I was most worried about but my tutor helped me figure out where I kept going wrong. By the end I actually enjoyed it. I passed and got into Kent Grammar!"
"Before I joined I used to rush through papers and get loads wrong. My tutor taught me to slow down and actually think. By the end I was finishing papers and checking my answers too."
"I was so nervous about the Kent test but my tutor kept telling me I was ready. When the results came I got in and I actually cried. Sterling helped me get there."
Our Students Have Secured Places At
150+ students placed in some of the UK's most prestigious grammar schools.
What the Course Covers
Complete 11+ curriculum for GL and CSSE, with exam-focused teaching throughout.
Mathematics
Every 11 Plus Maths Tutor at Sterling Study covers number, algebra, geometry and problem-solving beyond standard KS2.
- Arithmetic and numerical reasoning
- Fractions, decimals, percentages and ratios
- Algebra, equations and sequences
- Geometry, measurement and data handling
- Multi-step word problems and logic
- Time management and exam technique
English and Comprehension
Every 11 Plus English Tutor at Sterling Study teaches advanced reading, grammar and language skills in GL multiple-choice format.
- Reading comprehension and inference
- Vocabulary development
- Grammar, punctuation and spelling
- Multiple-choice question strategies
- Tone, purpose and structure
- Speed reading techniques
Verbal Reasoning
All 21 VR question types covered - word relationships, codes and logic.
- Synonyms, antonyms and analogies
- Letter and number codes
- Word connections and classifications
- Sentence completion and logic
- Verbal sequences and patterns
- Speed and accuracy drills
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Pattern recognition, spatial awareness and logical reasoning.
- Shape patterns and sequences
- Rotations, reflections and transformations
- Odd one out and analogies
- 3D visualisation and nets
- Codes and matrices
- GL-specific question types
CSSE Exam Format: Two Papers Only
Unlike GL, CSSE does not include separate VR or NVR papers. The Essex consortium exam focuses entirely on English and Mathematics.
English Paper
Written responses testing comprehension and creative writing. 40 marks for comprehension, 20 for continuous writing.
- Fiction, non-fiction and poetry with written answers
- Gathering information and identifying key details
- Inference, character analysis and literary techniques
- Vocabulary: synonyms, antonyms, prefixes and suffixes
- Grammar: tenses, clauses and verb agreement
- Continuous writing: vocabulary, originality and structure
Mathematics Paper
Full KS2 curriculum with a problem-solving emphasis. Questions require clear working and may exceed standard primary level.
- Number and place value
- Operations and BIDMAS
- Fractions, decimals and percentages
- Ratio and proportion
- Algebra: sequences and simple equations
- Measurement, geometry, statistics and multi-step problems
For CSSE students: No VR or NVR preparation needed. Focus is entirely on English and Maths, though questions can exceed standard KS2 level, making exam technique and timed practice essential.
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11+ Tuition Pricing
11+ tuition with Sterling Study starts from £9 an hour for small group classes, taught in exam-focused sessions matched to your target grammar school's exam board.
Sterling Study Group Sessions
- Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, English and Maths taught together
- Mapped to GL Assessment or CSSE, whichever your target school uses
- Monthly progress tests and performance tracking
- Ability-matched groups, adjusted as your child improves
- Free assessment and free trial class, no contracts
High Street Tutoring Company
- Often taught to a generic 11+ syllabus, not matched to a specific exam board
- Curriculum and pacing vary by tutor, with no shared tracking system
- Progress checks tend to be occasional and informal
- Group sizes vary widely, from 1-to-1 to larger uncapped classes
- Often tied to an ongoing or fixed-term commitment
How Competitive Is It Really?
11 applicants for every grammar school place nationally, over 30 to 1 in London. Ability alone is not enough, structured preparation is what separates successful students from those who miss out.
Who Are Sterling Study's 11+ Tutors?
Sterling Study's 11+ tutors are PhD-led specialists, DBS certified, and personally overseen by co-founders Dr Parth Patel and Dr Igors Pupko. Families searching for a private 11 Plus tutor or a grammar school entrance exam tutor get the same rigorous standard, whichever exam board their target school uses.
Parth holds a Neuroscience PhD from UCL and an MSc from Imperial College London, with research experience at the Francis Crick Institute. His background is in the science of how the brain learns and retains information.
Why this matters for your child: Parth builds 11+ Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning teaching around proven memory and pattern-recognition techniques, so students recognise question types instantly under exam time pressure.
Igors holds a PhD in Genetics from the University of Surrey and works as a Specialist Scientist at UCL. He leads the design of the 11+ curriculum, mapping each grammar school's exam board to a clear, structured lesson plan.
Why this matters for your child: Igors writes every 11+ worksheet, mock exam and progress test in-house, matched to whether your target school uses GL Assessment or CSSE.
Every 11 Plus tutor who teaches your child is chosen and overseen by Parth and Igors. All UK staff are DBS certified, and our Director, Ms Yesha Mukhtiar, is the named Safeguarding Officer. Because tuition is fully online, families searching for a grammar school tutor near me are never limited by geography, whether you are in London, Birmingham, Coventry, Wembley or East Ham, sessions run live, UK-wide.
The Earlier You Start, the Higher Your Chances
Students who begin preparation in Year 3 show five times better success rates compared to those who start in Year 5.
📊 Based on Sterling Study's internal analysis of student outcomes, 2020 to 2025.
How Does Online 11+ Tuition Work?
Sterling Study's 11+ exam preparation follows a Read, Note, Recap method, reinforced by mock exams and practice papers, and tracked through monthly progress tests shared instantly via the parent app.
Free Assessment
Your child takes a diagnostic assessment covering Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, English and Maths. Sterling Study produces a detailed PDF report pinpointing strengths and gaps against your target exam board. Completely free, no obligation.
Personalised Placement
Assessment data determines the right tutor and group for your child, matched to whether their target school uses GL Assessment or CSSE.
Expert-Led Live Classes
Interactive online sessions deliver hands-on grammar school tutoring across Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, English and Maths, taught with the Read, Note, Recap method.
Mock Exams and Practice Papers
Students sit mock exams under timed conditions closely modelled on their target exam board's paper structure, with practice papers set as homework between sessions to help your child pass the 11 Plus exam.
Monthly Progress Testing
Every month, your child sits a progress test via our student portal. Results are shared directly with you through the Sterling Parent App, so you always know how close your child is to passing the 11 Plus exam.
Download Free 11+ Practice Papers
Four full-length GL-format papers, completely free. Designed by our expert team and sent instantly to your inbox.
Why Choose Sterling Study for 11+ Tuition?
Expert teaching, measurable progress, and a system built to keep both students and parents informed every step of the way.
Who Teaches the 11+?
11+ tuition at Sterling Study is led by subject specialists overseen by two PhD founders, Dr Parth Patel (UCL) and Dr Igors Pupko (Surrey). All UK staff are DBS certified. Meet the team →
Data-Driven Progress Tracking
Monthly progress tests, results shared through the parent app, and group adjustments based on real performance data. Nothing is left to guesswork. Learn more
Matched to Your Target Exam Board
Whether your target grammar school uses GL Assessment or CSSE, Sterling Study's mock exams and practice papers are built to that specific format, not a generic 11+ syllabus.
Free Assessment, No Contract
Every family starts with a free assessment and a free trial class. There is no contract, so you can judge the fit before committing.
Why Does 11+ Preparation Matter?
The 11+ is a single exam day, but the reasoning skills and exam technique it demands take time to build properly.
Securing a Place
Grammar school places are competitive and awarded on exam performance. Solid preparation, matched to the right exam board, gives your child their best chance on the day.
Reasoning Skills Take Practice
Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning are not taught in most primary school classrooms, so students need dedicated practice to recognise question types quickly.
Exam Technique Under Time Pressure
11+ papers are strictly timed. Mock exams help students build the speed and accuracy the real exam demands.
Confidence on the Day
Regular progress tracking helps students walk into the exam room having already sat papers under realistic conditions.
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Quick answers to the questions parents ask most about 11+ tuition.
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