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11+ Preparation

Focused preparation for Buckinghamshire, South West Herts and independent school entrance assessments.

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The 11+ programme uses AE Publications resources and materials for structured preparation.

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Three distinct pathways

Not all 11+ assessments are the same. We offer distinct pathways so preparation can reflect the type of exam your child is working towards.

Buckinghamshire

Secondary Transfer Test

Structured preparation for the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test, helping students develop the academic skills, speed, accuracy and confidence required for the assessment.

South West Herts

Schools Consortium Academic Ability Test

Targeted preparation for the South West Herts Schools Consortium Academic Ability Test.

Independent Schools

School-specific entrance preparation

Tailored preparation for independent and private school entrance assessments, with preparation adapted to the requirements of the individual school.

Understanding the Tests

A clear overview of what each assessment focuses on — without inventing dates, scores or admissions criteria.

Buckinghamshire

About the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test

The Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test is produced by GL Assessment and assesses verbal, mathematical and non-verbal skills.

Preparation is designed around the Buckinghamshire Secondary Transfer Test. Focus areas below reflect the skills developed in tuition; this does not imply that every listed area is a separately assessed paper.

Verbal

Comprehension, English and verbal reasoning skills.

Mathematical

Mathematical knowledge and problem-solving skills.

Non-Verbal

Non-verbal and spatial reasoning skills.

The exact testing arrangements, dates and admissions requirements can change. Parents should always refer to Buckinghamshire Council and the individual grammar school’s current information.

Grammar Schools in Buckinghamshire

Buckinghamshire has 13 grammar schools. These schools work together as The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools (TBGS) for the Secondary Transfer Testing process.

Do not assume that every school has identical admissions criteria. Parents should always check the latest official information and individual school admissions policies before making an application.

PrimeTutions is not affiliated with Buckinghamshire Council, The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools or any individual grammar school.

South West Herts 11+

South West Herts Schools Consortium Academic Ability Test

PrimeTutions provides targeted preparation for students considering schools within the South West Herts Schools Consortium.

The academic ability assessment focuses on Maths and Verbal Reasoning.

Supporting skills developed in preparation

  • Vocabulary
  • Problem solving
  • Speed and accuracy
  • Exam technique
  • Time management

Assessment arrangements and admission requirements can change. Parents should always check the latest information directly with Hertfordshire County Council, the South West Herts Schools Consortium and the individual school.

Schools & admissions information

The South West Herts Schools Consortium includes the schools below. Always check the latest information directly with Hertfordshire County Council, the Consortium and the individual school.

PrimeTutions is not affiliated with Hertfordshire County Council, the South West Herts Schools Consortium or any individual consortium school.

Independent schools

Independent School Entrance

Tailored preparation for independent and private school entrance assessments, with preparation adapted to the requirements of the individual school.

Independent schools can have different entrance requirements and assessment formats. Preparation is tailored to the specific school wherever possible, once current requirements are available.

  • Maths
  • English
  • Comprehension
  • Vocabulary
  • Verbal Reasoning
  • Non-Verbal Reasoning
  • Problem solving
  • Written tasks
  • Exam technique

Requirements vary between schools. Not every independent school tests all of these areas.

School-specific preparation is offered where the school’s current entrance requirements are available. Parents should always check the latest requirements directly with their target school.

How We Prepare Students

A structured approach that develops knowledge, reasoning, accuracy, speed and confidence.

  1. 01

    Assess

    Understand the student’s current level, strengths and the pathway they are working towards.

  2. 02

    Teach

    Build knowledge and reasoning through structured lessons matched to the relevant assessment style.

  3. 03

    Practise

    Apply skills through carefully chosen questions, with attention to accuracy and method.

  4. 04

    Refine

    Develop speed, timing and exam technique without sacrificing understanding.

Exam formats and school requirements can differ and may change. Always check the latest information directly with the relevant council, consortium or school. PrimeTutions is not affiliated with Buckinghamshire Council, Hertfordshire County Council, The Buckinghamshire Grammar Schools or the South West Herts Schools Consortium. We do not guarantee results or school admission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about 11+ pathways and school-specific preparation.

Yes. PrimeTutions provides structured 11+ preparation for students preparing for Buckinghamshire, South West Herts and independent school entrance assessments.

Ready to discuss 11+ preparation?

Tell us which pathway you are considering — Buckinghamshire, South West Herts or independent school entrance — and we can talk through next steps.

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