Author Archives: Tom Sanderson Tutoring

Why I’m Happy to Move Your Session This Week

Key takeaway: Tom is happily rescheduling any tutoring sessions that clash with England’s 1am World Cup last 16 match against Mexico on Monday morning. If the match matters more than the session this week, just message him to move it, no charge and no guilt attached. England are through to the World Cup last 16,Continue reading “Why I’m Happy to Move Your Session This Week”

11+ tutoring in Milton Keynes: what you need to know about the Buckinghamshire grammar schools

If you live in Milton Keynes and you are considering grammar school for your child, Buckinghamshire is the most likely route. Schools like Aylesbury Grammar, Chesham Grammar, and Royal Latin in Buckingham are within reach for MK families and are among the most sought after state schools in the region. Here is a practical guideContinue reading “11+ tutoring in Milton Keynes: what you need to know about the Buckinghamshire grammar schools”

The one habit that makes the biggest difference in 11+ preparation

After years of preparing children for the 11+, if I had to name the single habit that separates children who perform well on the day from those who underperform, it would be this: reading the question twice before answering. It sounds obvious. It is not obvious to a ten year old sitting in an examContinue reading “The one habit that makes the biggest difference in 11+ preparation”

Is my child right for grammar school? Questions every parent asks

If you have a child in Year 3 or Year 4 and grammar school has started appearing on your radar, you are probably asking yourself the same questions most parents ask at this stage. Is my child clever enough? Will the pressure be too much? How do I even know if it is worth trying?Continue reading “Is my child right for grammar school? Questions every parent asks”

What is Verbal Reasoning and why does my child need it for the 11+?

If your child is preparing for a grammar school entrance exam, you have probably seen the words Verbal Reasoning on the syllabus and wondered what on earth it actually means. Verbal Reasoning is essentially the ability to understand and reason using words. The 11+ tests it because grammar schools want to see how well aContinue reading “What is Verbal Reasoning and why does my child need it for the 11+?”