CSSE 11+ Tuition in Ardleigh, Near Colchester

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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.

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.
While parental input is welcome, children should generally manage this independently, just as they’ll need to in the real exam.

Get Started: The Pre-Assessment

Before joining group tuition, your child will take part in a detailed CSSE 11+ pre-assessment (£50). This covers:

  • English: comprehension, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and writing

  • Maths: core skills and problem-solving

  • General knowledge

You'll receive a detailed report — not a pass/fail result — and if you choose to continue, the usual £50 pre-assessment fee is waived. The aim is to help you make an informed decision about whether now is the right time to begin 11+ tuition. To secure a place, a refundable £100 deposit is required. This will be deducted from your first half-termly invoice.

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One-to-One CSSE 11+ Tuition — Holidays Only

I don’t 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”

Testimonial from a happy parent.

Ready to Join or Learn More?

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I look forward to supporting your child’s CSSE 11+ journey.

— Colin