Y5 11+ Week Commencing 9th June- Weekly Update

Written By Chris Moore

FOCUS SESSIONS THIS TERM

This term, our Focus Sessions will be delivered at a slightly higher pitch to more closely reflect the demands of the mock tests. During lessons, we will use structured grids and explicitly teach key test techniques — vital tools for boosting your child's confidence and performance. Full details about each session can be found via the booking links.

Mondays 4:30pm or Saturdays 2:30pm. Cost £75.00 for the three sessions.

Non-Verbal Reasoning: week commencing 23rd June, 30th June and 7th July. BOOK HERE

ONE OFF ENGLISH OLDER LITERATURE SESSION (ONE SPACE LEFT)

Wednesday 11th June 6pm Cost £25.00 BOOK HERE

Children often find the older literature elements of the 11+ test particularly challenging. This is mostly because they may not have had much exposure to the texts, the language, and the style of writing.

In this lesson, we will focus on three classic texts: Peter Pan, The Wizard of Oz, and Alice in Wonderland. We will explore these texts together and discuss the language used, helping to develop a deeper understanding and build confidence in handling older literature.

TOPIC SPECIFIC SPATIAL FOCUS SESSIONS (THREE SPACES LEFT)

Children often find certain spatial elements of non-verbal reasoning particularly challenging in the lead-up to the 11+ exam. To help them prepare effectively, we’ve put together six key topics that tend to be the most difficult. These focus areas are designed to strengthen their spatial reasoning skills and boost their confidence ahead of the exam in September.

Thursdays 5:30pm (19/6, 26/6 and 3/7). Cost £60,00. BOOK HERE

Week 1: Block Counting & Fold and Punch.

Week 2: Folding cubes & Spinning Shapes

Week 3: Hidden Shapes & Rotations

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Homework

PLEASE WATCH THE VIDEO LINK: - BODMAS, before the lesson. This can replace a 10min test and children will receive 2 raffle tickets for doing so.

CGP Practice Books 10-11

• VR Assessment Tests 1

• English Assessment Test 2

  • Finish the booklet from the lesson and return in the following week. Remember to complete the vocab in context.

  • REMEMBER: to mark the homework with your child and bring it to next lesson.

Classes due date: Monday 16th June, Thursday 19th June or Saturday 21st June

VOCABULARY

This week’s vocabulary words: Norse, harbour, ploughed, harried, weeping

WORD OF THE WEEK: Countenance (Find a synonym, antonym and put it into a sentence)

This week’s KAHOOT: Vocab Quiz 31: 07507583 (due 15th June 8pm) www.kahoot.it. Use your name. Name1, Name2 etc. This way we can identify who you are to give you a raffle ticket per play. The person with the highest score will receive 10 raffle tickets!

Download Vocabulary List 31 here

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SUMMER MOCK TESTS

Sunday 29th June (4 spaces left)

Saturday 26th July (9 spaces left)

Saturday 16th August (14 spaces left)

Saturday 30th August (9 spaces left)

EACH MOCK TEST IS DIFFERENT

A mock test is a really important part of getting ready for the 11+ exam.
It’s run just like the real thing—timed, quiet, and under proper test conditions—so your child gets a true feel for what exam day will be like. It’s the perfect chance to make mistakes now, learn from them, and improve before the real test comes around. With only five months to go, this kind of experience is absolutely invaluable. It helps build confidence, shows where extra focus is needed, and gives your child a big boost in feeling prepared and ready.

After the mock test, you'll receive a detailed feedback snapshot within 72 hours, giving you a clear overview of how your child performed, including their strengths and areas that need further development. You’ll also have the option to book a feedback call and a one-to-one session to go over the results in more depth and address any misunderstandings or tricky topics. It’s a great way to keep progress on track and make sure your child gets the support they need.

Cost: £70.00

BOOK HERE

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SUMMER WORKSHOPS

EACH WORKSHOP IS DIFFERENT.

Each summer workshop is uniquely designed by 11+ specialists and delivered by experienced teachers. These workshops focus on building confidence with test techniques, including time management and accurate grid-filling – key skills for GL-style exams.

They help identify and address gaps in your child’s knowledge, preventing the ‘summer slide’ and ensuring continued progress. Through working on real test papers, your child will become familiar with the exam format and develop essential skills for success.

The workshops run every Monday and Thursday at 4:30pm. Advanced booking is recommended.

Cost £50.00 BOOK HERE

SUMMER ONE TO ONES

This summer, we are offering individualised one-to-one sessions. Once you’ve secured your booking, please contact Chris to discuss the focus of your session or to receive a tailored recommendation. Spaces are strictly limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so we strongly recommend booking in advance.

Cost £45.00 per one hour session BOOK HERE

SEPTEMBER EXAM READY WORKSHOPS

Just like our summer workshops, the September sessions are thoughtfully designed by 11+ specialists and delivered by experienced teachers. These workshops focus on building confidence with essential exam techniques, including time management and accurate grid-filling—key skills for GL-style exams.

They help identify and address any gaps in your child’s knowledge, preventing the ‘summer slide’ and supporting continuous progress. By practising with real test papers, your child will become familiar with the exam format and develop the strategies needed for success. With the 11+ rapidly approaching, these are the final few workshops available to help your child feel fully prepared.

Workshop dates and times:

  • Monday 1st, Tuesday 2nd, Thursday 4th, Monday 8th, and Thursday 11th September: 4:30 – 6:30pm

  • Saturday 6th September: 9:00 – 11:00am

Cost £50.00 BOOK HERE

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Contemporary Literature eBook

This English Comprehension Assessment Book, written by Chris Moore, features 15 multiple-choice tests crafted in the style of the GL Assessment. It focuses on contemporary literature, ensuring students become familiar with the text styles and question formats commonly found in the 11+ exam.

By working through these practice tests, students will:
✔ Improve their reading comprehension skills
✔ Develop critical thinking and inference abilities
✔ Build confidence in tackling exam-style questions
✔ Enhance time management and accuracy under timed conditions

This resource is ideal for students preparing for selective school entrance exams and looking to strengthen their comprehension skills.

Once you have placed your order, the accompanying eBook will be emailed to you within 72 hours for convenient access.

Cost £7.95 ORDER HERE


OPEN DAYS

Here are the confirmed open day details and booking links for some of the local Grammar Schools you maybe considering.

1. Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School (Sutton Coldfield) 🏫

  • Year 7 Open Evening (for 2025 entry): 12 June 2025, evening (multiple sessions) (bvgs.co.uk)

  • Details & booking: Tickets via TicketSource — search for “BVGS Year 4/5 & Year 6 Open Event” (ticketsource.co.uk)

2. King Edward’s Aston School (boys)

  • Tuesday 17 June 2025 & Thursday 19 June 2025, both at 9:00am

🔗 Link: Aston School Open days & events

3. King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School (boys)

🔗 Link: Handsworth Grammar Open Evening page

4. King Edward VI Handsworth School for Girls

🔗 Links: Request a visit / Open events

5. Sutton Coldfield Grammar School for Girls

🔗 Links: SCGSG Open Events

6. Queen Mary’s High School for Girls (Walsall)

  • Open Evening for Year 7 entry: Typically late June; for 2024 it was 25 June. 2025 date expected similar

🔗 Links:

✅ What You Can Do Now

  • Visit the linked pages above to register/book your place.

  • Sign up early—many events are ticketed and may fill quickly.

Chris Moore
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