5 Days

Summer Holidays

11 Plus ISEB Common Pre-Test: Maths and Non-Verbal Reasoning

An intensive, look at key areas of the Mathematics pre-test along with non-verbal reasoning skills.

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Pre-Test Course: Mathematics and Non-Verbal Reasoning Full Course

An intensive look at key areas of the Mathematics pre-test, along with non-verbal reasoning skills. We will refresh the memory on key aspects of number, measurement, geometry, averages and statistics. The whole course will be aimed at refreshing and testing the student’s skills.

Algebra Course

An intensive, in-depth look at algebra concepts, combining learning and testing. We will go over the basic algebra principles, including simplification, substitution, balancing equations and sequences. We will also use a variety of question types to ensure the students are able to adapt their knowledge to whatever form of question they are faced with.

Problem Solving Course

An intensive, in-depth look at problem-solving. We will cover drawing diagrams, building tables, using a tree diagram and creating bar models to help the student interpret the question. We will also use a variety of question types to ensure the students are able to adapt their knowledge to whatever form of question they are faced with.

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Course Outline

Mathematics and Non-Verbal Reasoning Course Full Course

Day 1: Number

2 hours

Session: NVR: Codes

Day 2: Measurement

2 hours

Session: NVR: Pattern sequences, matrices

Day 3: Geometry

2 hours

Session: NVR: 2D shapes ~ hidden shapes, rotations, reflections

Day 4: Averages & Statistics

2 hours

Session: NVR: 3D shapes ~ nets, cubes, rotating shapes

Day 5: Practice Test

2 hours

Course Outline

Algebra Course

Day 1

2 hours

Session: Like terms simplification

Day 2

2 hours

Session: Substitution

Day 3

2 hours

Session: Balancing Equations

Day 4

2 hours

Session: nth term sequences

Day 5

2 hours

Session: Practice Test

Course Outline

Problem-Solving Course

Day 1

2 hours

Session: Draw a Diagram/Model it

Day 2

2 hours

Session: Build a Table

Day 3

2 hours

Session: Tree Diagram (all possible outcomes)

Day 4

2 hours

Session: Bar Models

Day 5

Session: Practice Test

Detailed feedback will be sent on completion of the course detailing the student’s achievement and areas for further work.

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Meet the Tutor

Kathleen

Kathleen has been teaching for over 25 years in both primary and secondary schools and has taught over 6,900 hours through Keystone. She aims to instill self-confidence in her students and also help them develop creative independence.

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Key Details

5 Sessions

2 hours per session

Maximum Class Size: 10 students

Platform: Lessons will take place on Pencil Spaces. A link will be sent out ahead of the course start date. Take a look at this video to see our online teaching in action.

Age Group: Students in Year 6 in September 2026 ONLY

Course Dates: Summer Holidays

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