7+ ENTRANCE PREPARATION (Year 1 + Year 2)

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7+ Entrance Preparation (Year 1 + Year 2)

Location: Our Lady of Victories School, SW7 5AQ
Term Time (Sundays): 10:00am–12:30pm or 1:00pm–3:30pm (Same content - choose either session each week)
School Holidays (Mon–Fri): 10:00am–1:00pm
Holiday Sundays: Mock exams and assessments
Group Size: 4–8 students

“With the support of this course, my son secured a place at Tiffin Boys’ School. The journey has been very rewarding.” – Ranjeeta, March 2024”

Location and Schedule

Venue

More House School, 22-24 Pont Street, London, SW1X 0AA

Schedule

Sunday Afternoon | 1 pm – 3:30 pm

Term

2nd February 2025 – 30th March 2025

Curriculum Details

Maths & Mental Maths

Place value confidence and number fluency
Addition/subtraction strategies (speed + accuracy)
Early multiplication foundations and grouping
Time, money, measures and simple graphs
Multi-step word problems and reasoning language
Mental maths drills: speed, recall, calm under time

English (Comprehension + Writing + Dictation)

Retrieval and inference (how to “prove” an answer
Vocabulary: synonyms/antonyms, nuance, word choice
Full-sentence answers with precise punctuation
Creative writing structure: opening → build → problem → resolution
Description skills: senses, verbs, similes, personification
Dictation: spelling patterns, punctuation, listening accuracy

Reasoning

Additional Resources

Weekly short homework set (targeted, not massive)

Mini timed checkpoints (to build exam comfort)

Teaching Methodology

Exam Details

7+ Mathematics — what top schools expect

… Children develop strong number fluency and mental arithmetic

… They solve multi-step word problems (not just calculations)

… They apply time, money, and measures in real-life contexts

… They present clear written working (even at this age)

… They build quick checking habits to avoid silly mistakes

7+ English — comprehension, writing and dictation

Comprehension

… Retrieval + inference questions

… Answers in full sentences with accurate punctuation

… Vocabulary questions (meaning in context)

Creative Writing

… Clear structure and purposeful paragraphing

… Strong verbs, precise adjectives, varied sentence openers

… Controlled punctuation (capital letters/full stops as baseline; commas/speech introduced appropriately)

Dictation

… Listening accuracy, spelling patterns, punctuation placement

Reasoning and listening — how formats vary by school

… Some schools include VR/NVR; others prioritise Maths/English

… Listening tasks may appear (e.g., King’s-style listening components)

… Preparation covers the full range so students are not surprised on the day

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools is this aimed at?

Families on this programme typically target the most competitive London prep schools and selective entry routes. We prepare broadly across Maths/English/Reasoning so you’re covered across formats.

How much does it go beyond school?

National Curriculum is the base. We push depth and reasoning: multi-step problems, inference, vocabulary, structure and speed.

My child is strong at maths but weaker at writing — can they still do well?

Yes, but writing must be trained. We teach structure explicitly and practise the exact skills markers reward.

Is reasoning always tested at 7+?

Not always. But reasoning often differentiates strong candidates, and it supports performance in Maths/English too.

How do you build speed without stress?

Timed practice is introduced calmly with strategy: working layout, checkpoints, and routines for checking answers.

What homework do you set?

Short, targeted tasks that reinforce class technique and build independence — designed to fit alongside prep-school workload.

How do you measure progress?

Regular mini-assessments, timed exercises and technique checklists. We share clear targets with parents.

What should we do if we’re not sure on timings/targets?