7 Plus Tutoring
Growing confidence for their next big step
The Dukes Tutoring Approach to the 7 Plus
At Dukes Tutoring, we draw on years of experience to deliver the ideal 7+ learning journey, centred on carefully tailored one-to-one support that allows children to learn in the way and at the pace that suits them best. Our hand-picked, highly trained 7+ tutors provide bespoke teaching, with progress monitored throughout to ensure consistently high standards. We also offer realistic 7+ mock exams that mirror the content and timings of the real assessment, along with dedicated interview preparation to help remove uncertainty and build confidence for entrance interviews.
Many families are choosing to approach selective school entry at 7+ because of the increasing pressure on places at 11+. Of course, this means of course that competition is also growing at 7+ level. Using our tutors’ detailed knowledge, our teaching resources remain consistently up-to-date and tailored to align with curricular criteria.
7 Plus Exam Content
The English written paper emphasises story writing and text comprehension. It requires a strong vocabulary, above-average reading skills, structural understanding and careful attention to detail. Likewise, good handwriting is essential. Prepared and memorised answers are rarely effective; candidates must demonstrate the ability to structure responses and craft stories based on the questions or topics given on the day. A skilled 7 Plus tutor can greatly assist in this preparation.
The written maths exam may include questions on any part of the Year 2 syllabus, and sometimes questions will be pitched beyond that level. Mental arithmetic is important and should be practised, as well as verbal testing and creative exercises. Our 7 Plus tutoring can help your child learn essential maths skills they may not have yet covered in school.
More schools are starting to include verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning. A lot of children enjoy these as puzzles and challenges, but they can be daunting and should be practised regularly in the run-up to the tests.
FAQs
Tutoring can commence as early as the beginning of Year 1. Our experience indicates that a year of preparation typically yields the best results. However, it’s important to note that every child is unique, and starting later should not be seen as a hindrance to achieving success.
The 7+ exam encompasses several key components to evaluate a child’s readiness, primarily focussing on Mathematics and English. In recent years, an increasing number of schools have introduced Reasoning (Non-Verbal and Verbal) to their assessments.
Our 7 Plus tutors can tailor the lessons to suit your child’s needs. The tailored plan is overseen by our Head of Primary Tuition. We also offer mock exams and interview preparation alongside detailed parent/tutor feedback.
7+ entrance exams are typically scheduled to occur late autumn or winter, with the intention of admitting students for the following September academic year. Following the examination, your child can expect to receive one of three outcomes: a firm placement offer, placement on a waiting list, or notification of an unsuccessful application.
How our 7 Plus tutoring works
Book Consultation
A conversation to understand your child’s needs, goals and learning style. We often suggest an academic assessment to gain a baseline understanding.
Tutor Matching
We recommend a carefully selected tutor with the right expertise and approach.
First Session
Building rapport and setting a clear plan of action.
Ongoing Support
Regular check-ins and progress updates for parents.
From the moment Dukes Tutoring assessed my son, they knew instantly what he needed. The team are swift, efficient and extremely personable. As a parent going through the 7+ for the first time, they not only supported my son but also a very nervous and anxious mummy. I honestly couldn’t have got through the whole process without them!
Proud Parent
London
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