Grammar Schools

Did you know there are 164 grammar schools in England, of which about 50 are in the Greater London region? Grammar schools have never been as popular as they are today. With even more children taking the 11+ exams, there are more children than ever competing for a space.

One of the main reasons for the high amount of children applying for grammar schools is the current financial impact on independent schools. There are fewer generous scholarship programmes available, general fees are increasing due to rising costs, and the recent announcement of adding 20% VAT on to independent school fees has made it difficult for parents who previously could afford these schools to continue doing so.

We get children ready for life beyond the 11+ exams

Not all state primary schools can offer the additional support needed to prepare for 11+ exams. Preparing for 11+ exams entails more than just gaining the knowledge; it also involves learning the skill sets needed to support obtaining the knowledge and growing academically. Skill sets such as independent learning, self-motivation, organisation and building resilience are vital to a child’s success in the 11+ and their future educational journey.

Be ready to apply for grammar school

To ensure that deadlines are met, it is essential to visit the websites of the grammar schools you wish to apply to well in advance. Each grammar school follows a slightly different application process, so it is important to note all key dates and requirements in your calendar.

Thinking about enrolling on a course? Is there a concern that is stopping you?

I couldn't enrol on the session I wanted for my child

We understand that family schedules can be hectic so it can be challenging to find the perfect group for your child to attend their weekly sessions. We recommend enrolling in a group that best fits your current schedule. This way, you can join waiting lists for any fully booked sessions. If a place becomes available in a group you're waitlisted for, we will contact you directly to see if you would like your child to switch groups.

Courses are too expensive

We understand that paying for the course in full can be challenging. That's why we offer interest-free standing order payments, allowing you to spread the cost over monthly instalments throughout the duration of the course.

There isn't a tuition centre near me

We're delighted that parents want to enrol their child nationwide and even worldwide on our courses. This is why we offer remote courses for our pupils to login to their weekly sessions from anywhere.

It doesn't matter if a child is enrolled on a remote course or a classroom-based course, our methodology stays the same. Pupils who attend our remote-learning courses will experience the same high standard of tuition, provided by experienced, UK-qualified teachers who have also been trained to deliver AE Tuition's specialised programmes.

I'm concerned that there will be too much work for my child

We understand that parents may be concerned about their child's workload. Please be reassured we are here to support both you and your child every step of the way. We take pride in our unique partnership between pupils, parents and teachers, which ensures open communication. If you ever feel that your child is struggling, we strongly encourage you to speak with their teacher or a member of our teaching team as soon as possible so that we can address the issue immediately.

I'm confused which course I need to enrol my child on

We offer a range of courses for children aged 7 to 15 years, and we understand the importance of choosing the right one for your child. If you need assistance, please feel free to contact our Customer Service team by filling in the contact form or calling us on 020 8867 2727 (Mon-Fri, 09:00 to 14:30).

I have another reason why I haven't enrolled my child yet...

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