CSSE 11+ Tuition in Ardleigh, Near Colchester
Why Choose Group 11+ Tuition with Colin Arnold?
✅ Small groups. Big impact.
Lessons are capped at just four pupils per group, allowing for individualised feedback while encouraging healthy peer motivation.
✅ CSSE 11+ preparation that also strengthens performance in other tests
While my programme is specifically designed for the CSSE 11+, it also provides an excellent foundation for other selective exams, including GL, CEM, ISEB and private school entrance tests.
Most of my pupils go on to secure places at Colchester Royal Grammar School (CRGS) and Colchester County High School for Girls (CCHSG). Others have successfully gained entry to prestigious schools such as Ipswich School, Harrow and the Sutton SET schools.
✅ Targeted, realistic readiness
I believe that children sitting the CSSE typically need to be at least 3 years ahead in English and 2 years ahead in maths by the time of the test. My lessons are carefully structured to help children reach the required level with confidence.
WHO THESE GROUPS ARE FOR
To keep lessons pacey, challenging and effective, my groups are best suited to children who:
✓ Already have strong foundations in maths and English.
✓ Are working at a high level for their age and enjoy being stretched.
✓ Can keep up in fast-moving lessons with regular consolidation.
✓ Are motivated to practise independently between sessions.
✓ Are aiming for top performance in the CSSE 11+.
If your child is not yet ready for this level of challenge, the pre-assessment will highlight the areas to strengthen first. In those cases, I will advise honestly on the best route forward.
Free 11+ Pre-Assessment for CSSE Preparation
To help parents understand whether my 11+ tuition groups in Ardleigh, Colchester are the right fit, I now provide a free downloadable CSSE 11+ pre-assessment. This resource is designed with the structure and demands of the CSSE 11+ in mind. You can administer it at home and it will give you a clear insight into your child’s strengths and areas for development.
Why download this free CSSE 11+ pre-assessment?
Gain insight into your child’s strengths and weaknesses in maths and English
Make an informed choice about whether small-group tuition is right for your child
Check if your child is ready to meet the demands of the CSSE 11+ and compete for places at Colchester Royal Grammar School, Colchester County High School for Girls and other prestigious schools in Essex, Suffolk and London.
How It Works: Group Tuition During Term Time
Weekly English and maths lessons are available for Year 4 and Year 5 pupils. You can enrol in one subject or both — with enrolment in both providing the most complete preparation.
Current Schedule:
Year 4 English – Tuesdays, 6:00–7:30 pm
Year 4 Maths – Sundays, 9:00–10:30 am
Year 5 English – Wednesdays, 6:00–7:30 pm
Year 5 Maths – Sundays, 10:30 am–12:00 pm
Independent Learning with Guided Support
Each week, pupils receive around 1–2 hours of homework per subject to consolidate what we’ve covered. This includes reading, comprehension tasks, vocabulary work, maths practice and timed papers.
Maths homework should be completed almost completely independently. Parental input and support is welcome for many English homework tasks, but not essential.
One-to-One CSSE 11+ Tuition — Holidays Only
I do not offer one-to-one 11+ tuition during term time. However, summer holiday one-to-one sessions are available for families seeking targeted support or confidence-boosting revision. These lessons are ideal in the run-up to the exam.
What parents say about Colin’s 11+ tuition:
“I would greatly recommend Colin as a tutor. He is extremely thorough in his explanations and knowledgeable in mathematics, he is a patient, very focused tutor who has been able to make a strong impact on my son’s ability to learn English and Maths”
Ready to Join or Learn More?
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I look forward to supporting your child’s CSSE 11+ journey.
— Colin