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11+ Maths Tutoring in London — Year 5 & 6

Expert maths preparation for London families targeting grammar and selective independent schools.

London's 11+ maths landscape is unusually demanding because most leading independent schools — City of London School, St Paul's, Westminster Under School, King's College School Wimbledon, Highgate and University College School — sit the ISEB Common Pre-Test in Year 6 and then set their own follow-up maths papers at…

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What We Cover

Each topic is taught with clear explanations and regular practice to build lasting understanding.

1

Number & Arithmetic

Mental arithmetic, place value, calculations and estimation — the foundation of every 11+ maths paper.

2

Fractions, Decimals & Percentages

Converting between forms, ratio and proportion, and word problems that combine all three.

3

Problem Solving & Algebra

Multi-step word problems, simple algebra, and the "show your working" habits examiners reward.

4

London Exam Format

We prepare your child specifically for the papers that matter in London: ISEB Common Pre-Test and School-specific papers (City, St Paul's, Westminster, KCS). Timed practice and format-specific technique, not generic drilling.

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Target Schools in London

We know the entry standards for City of London School, St Paul's Junior School, Westminster Under School and the other selective schools in London. You will know exactly where your child stands from lesson two.

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Your Weekly Lesson Plan

One tutored session per week, a short homework pack to reinforce it, and a written parent update. In the final eight weeks before the test, we switch to timed paper practice with detailed feedback.

Why Choose Us

What sets Red Robin Learning apart

Tailored to your exam board

Whether your child is sitting GL Assessment, CEM, ISEB Common Pre-Test, the Kent Test, CSSE or a school-specific paper, we adapt our approach to match the exact format and question styles they will face.

Experienced 11+ tutors

Every tutor on our 11+ team has worked with children through the full 11+ process across multiple years. They know the schools, the papers, and — most importantly — how to build a child's confidence under timed conditions.

Weekly parent updates

You get a written progress note after every session: what was covered, how your child did, and exactly what to reinforce at home. No mystery, no jargon, no "wait and see".

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before getting started.

When should we start 11+ maths prep for a child in London?
For London parents aiming at grammar or selective independent schools, most families who get good results start structured 11+ maths preparation in Year 4 or early Year 5 — roughly 12 to 18 months before the test. Starting earlier than that often leads to burnout; starting later than 6 months out tends to mean rushing through the topics that matter most. Our tutors design a pace that fits the time you have.
How often should my child practise maths in the run-up to the 11+?
Three shorter sessions across the week beats one long Saturday session every time. Aim for 30–45 minutes of focused maths work per session, plus one weekly tutor lesson. In the final 8 weeks before the test, we add timed paper practice — both to build stamina and to train the "exam brain" so the real test feels familiar.
Which London schools use the ISEB Common Pre-Test?
City of London School, St Paul's Junior, Westminster Under School, Highgate, UCS, KCS Wimbledon, Dulwich College and Alleyn's all use ISEB CPT as the first-round screen. Most then set their own maths paper (and interview) for candidates who pass the CPT.
Is the ISEB Pre-Test the same as the GL Assessment 11+ used elsewhere?
No — they are different tests. ISEB is adaptive, online, and covers English, maths, verbal reasoning and non-verbal reasoning. GL is paper-based and used mainly by state grammar schools. London children often sit ISEB first and may also sit GL if targeting grammars outside London.
How do I know if my child is on track for a London super-selective?
Book a 45-minute diagnostic lesson. Our tutor works through an ISEB-style paper section with your child, marks it live, and emails you a specific report: current level, gaps, target schools achievable at current pace, and what would need to change to stretch higher.

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