Why Test Teach?

We specialise in 11 plus tuition. Our approach is based solely on developing a pupil's confidence in their own ability. We want the benefits of our courses to extend beyond the classroom and parental involvement is consequently something we also strive for. Our syllabus covers Verbal Reasoning, Non Verbal Reasoning, Maths and English. The course is specifically designed to prepare children for entrance exams to either grammar schools or independent schools. We offer all new students a free trial lesson so parents can see at first hand if the course is right for them.

So why Test Teach?

1. Our pass rate!
   This is the reason why you would put your child through such a daunting process. Of the 15 children who we tutored last year, over 80% obtained a place at their chosen grammar school. The included:
   • Tiffin School
   • Tiffin Girls
   • Lady Eleanor Hollis
   • Nonsuch High School for Girls
   • Wallington County Grammar
   • Wallington County Grammar for Girls
   • Wilsons
   • Sutton Grammar

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2. The best teachers
   We don’t subscribe to computer based learning nor independent learning programmes that involve little or no teaching time. Our teachers are hand selected from the best secondary schools in the local area. As a result we want students to gain the maximum benefit from their skills. To this end, most past papers are set for homework and as a result classroom time is spent teaching not testing.

   Jane Nield
   Jane has worked with us for over a year and specialises in English. Before she joined us she had previously taught at Tiffin Boys School for 15 years.

3. Group tuition
   Classes have an average of 8 - 12 pupils. We believe group tuition is preferable at this young age for a number of reasons. Firstly, it provides a friendly and relaxed atmosphere for the children to learn in. Second, it allows parents to compare their child against others of a similar ability. Finally, it enables us to provide realistic mock examinations.

4. Most appropriate course material
   We use our own course materials and a wide selection of past papers. A small sample of these can be found in our downloads section and online store. Initially students receive very little homework but unfortunately for them this does not last! By the end of the course they can expect as many as 4 past papers a week.

5. Regular feedback
   Parents can schedule a quick chat with any of our teachers should they wish to discuss their child’s progress. Every 6 weeks students sit two mock exams. Parents then receive a report which contains feedback from their child’s teachers and a summary of their test results. Performance is measured against other students in the class and former pupils who passed the real eleven plus.