🎯 SECTION 1: Grammar Schools & The 11+

“If you want extraordinary, you don’t follow the average.”

🧠 Why You’re Here

You’re not just looking for a school.
You’re looking for a launchpad — a system that brings out the best in your child.

And that’s exactly what grammar schools aim to do:
High standards. High expectations. High reward.

This guide breaks it all down, minus the jargon — so you can make clear, confident moves for your child’s future.

🏫 What’s a Grammar School (Really)?

Grammar schools are state-funded schools that only accept students based on academic ability.

  • They’re free to attend (just like local comprehensives)

  • But your child needs to earn a place by passing a competitive exam — the 11+

  • There are 160+ grammar schools across England

  • Demand is high. Some schools have thousands of applicants for a few hundred places

They’re known for:

✅ Strong discipline and structure
✅ Outstanding exam results
✅ Excellent university success rates
✅ High-performance learning environments

But grammar schools aren’t for every child. They move fast, push hard, and expect a lot. That’s why preparation — and self-belief — matters.

🧪 What Is the 11+ Exam?

The 11+ is the academic gatekeeper.

It’s usually taken in Year 6, around the autumn term, and tests your child on:

  • 📚 English

  • ➕ Maths

  • 🔤 Verbal Reasoning

  • 🧩 Non-Verbal Reasoning

Some schools test all four. Others focus on just two.

What makes the 11+ different from school tests?

It doesn’t just check what your child knows.
It checks how they think under pressure.

This includes speed, problem-solving, and how well they apply what they’ve learned in new situations.

⚖️ Is a Grammar School Right for My Child?

Parents choose grammar schools for all sorts of reasons:

🏆 A high-achieving environment
🎓 Proven academic results
💸 Free, high-quality education
🚀 Ambitious peer group

But…

  • Grammar schools can be intense

  • They don’t always offer wraparound support

  • Some children thrive better in a more balanced or creative setting

Our view?

If your child is motivated, enjoys learning, and thrives with a bit of stretch — a grammar school could be the perfect match.
But success doesn’t come from a school alone — it comes from preparation, mindset, and the right system of support.

👪 Who This Guide Is For

This guide is for parents who want:

✅ Clarity about how the 11+ works
✅ Structure to avoid overwhelm
✅ Support for your child — without over-stressing them
✅ Results that open doors, not burn them out

Whether you're just exploring the idea or deep in the process, we’ll walk you through everything — so you can lead with confidence.

🔑 Coach’s Tip:

You don’t need to be an expert in grammar schools.
You just need to be strategic — and surround your child with the right training system.
That’s what we help parents do.