11+ Tuition

Individual preparation for grammar and independent-school entrance exams

I provide one-to-one 11+ English tuition designed to help students develop the skills, confidence and independence needed to perform at a high level in competitive entrance examinations.

Lessons are tailored to each child’s strengths, areas for development and target schools.

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How I Teach

11+ Tuition

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What I Develop

Comprehension

I help students read closely, infer meaning, recognise important details and explain their ideas clearly.

Vocabulary

I develop precise, flexible vocabulary and teach students how to choose words effectively in both reading and writing.

Creative Writing

I teach students how to build engaging stories through character, conflict, structure and purpose.

Grammar & Accuracy

I strengthen sentence control, grammar and punctuation so that students can write clearly and accurately.

Exam Technique

I help students interpret questions carefully, manage time effectively and approach demanding papers with confidence.

What I Cover

English
Comprehension

  • Inference and deduction
  • Retrieval and summary
  • Language and tone
  • Theme and context

Vocabulary &
Language

  • Word meaning in context
  • Synonyms and antonyms
  • Word choice and precision
  • Building verbal confidence

Creative
Writing

  • Openings and structure
  • Character and motivation
  • Conflict and tension
  • Meaningful endings

Grammar
& Accuracy

  • Sentence structure
  • Punctuation
  • Grammar in context
  • Clear written expression

Exam
Preparation

  • Timed practice
  • Marking and feedback
  • Targeted improvement
  • Building confidence

How I Teach

Individual & Tailored

I adapt lessons to each student’s needs, pace of learning and target schools.

Build Skills Step by Step

I break down difficult skills clearly, then help students apply them independently to increasingly demanding work.

Develop Confidence

I create a supportive but challenging environment in which students can ask questions, take intellectual risks and improve steadily.

Detailed Feedback

I give clear, detailed feedback so students understand their strengths, what needs improving and how to make the next step.

Student Success

The Perse School

A recent 11+ student gained a place at The Perse School.

“She is delighted and so grateful to Andy. The first thing she said is, ‘I think Mr Mann will be happy!’”
Elena, Parent

Outstanding 11+ Results

A student received an academic scholarship from Haberdashers’ Boys’ School, alongside offers from Latymer Upper, Highgate, City of London School and UCS, and was waitlisted for Westminster Under School.

“You were a massive help and Yusuf thoroughly enjoyed all the lessons. The whole family is grateful to you.”
Rabi, Parent

Strong Foundations

I focus on building the reading, writing and thinking skills that help students succeed in demanding entrance exams.

“Working with Andy has been an amazing experience for my child’s 11+ preparation. His deep understanding of comprehension techniques and creative writing made complex passages accessible and enjoyable and made stories much easier to write.”
Anish, London

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