Years 3–5 · Ages 7–11

11+ preparation that gives your child a real chance

A structured three-year pathway across CEM and GL, taught by qualified teachers who know the exam inside out.

A Brainology teacher working through 11+ reasoning questions at the board while pupils put their hands up

Age range

Years 3–5 (ages 7–11)

Format

In centre or online

Group size

Small groups

Exam boards

CEM & GL Assessment

How it works

From first assessment to real progress

Free assessment

We pinpoint your child's starting point across Maths, English and reasoning before recommending a programme.

Small groups, qualified teachers

Practising, enhanced DBS-checked teachers lead every session, with a bespoke Scheme of Works for CEM and GL.

Mock exams

Full timed practice papers under realistic conditions, so exam day feels familiar rather than frightening.

Regular progress reports

Written reports keep parents fully informed on strengths, gaps and the next steps in the pathway.

Your choice

In centre or online

Same qualified teachers, same Scheme of Works — pick whichever fits your family's week.

In centre

Small-group sessions led by qualified teachers at our Birmingham centres in Small Heath and Perry Barr.

  • Timed mock papers sat under real exam conditions
  • Printed CEM and GL practice materials included
  • Face-to-face feedback on technique, pace and presentation

Online

Live sessions via Zoom with the same qualified teachers, from the comfort of your own home.

  • Live small-group Zoom sessions with the same 11+ teachers
  • Digital papers marked and returned with written feedback
  • Keeps preparation consistent through holidays and busy weeks

A structured three-year pathway

All four 11+ subjects, taught in sequence from Year 3 Foundation to Year 5 Advanced.

Maths

Arithmetic fluency, problem solving and multi-step reasoning at 11+ level, with speed and accuracy drills.

English

Comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, grammar and timed writing tasks in exam format.

Verbal Reasoning

Word codes, logic, analogies and the full range of CEM and GL verbal question types.

Non-Verbal Reasoning

Sequences, rotations, reflections and spatial reasoning, taught with clear, repeatable strategies.

CEM & GL alignment

Our bespoke Scheme of Works covers both major boards, so your child is prepared whichever test they face.

Memory & exam technique

Memory-boosting strategies and timed exam skills are woven into every session, not bolted on at the end.

An 11+ student working through algebra questions on a Brainology Maths worksheet
Timed Maths practice at 11+ level, marked and fed back each week.
A Year 6 pupil completing written work on a Brainology English worksheet
Comprehension and written tasks in the exam format.
"Specialist 11+ preparation across CEM and GL Assessment."
Brainology Birmingham

11+ questions from parents

We recommend starting in Year 3 with our Foundation programme. This gives children a gradual, structured pathway over three years, building subject knowledge in Year 3, introducing exam-style content in Year 4, and developing speed, accuracy and exam confidence in Year 5. Starting early reduces pressure and produces better outcomes.

Give your child the best shot at grammar school

Every child begins with a free, no-obligation assessment. Register online, or get in touch and we'll talk you through the options.