Hi, I'm Matt Bower.
Specialist 11+ Tuition in Plymouth, From a Qualified Teacher
Small weekly groups that prepare year 5 children for the Devonport High School for Boys, Devonport High School for Girls and Plymouth High School for Girls 11+ exams. Teaching since 2004, with 7 children in a group and a success rate often over 90%.
Preparing children for DHSB · DHSG · Plymouth High School for Girls
Teaching in primary schools since 2004. Groups of 7. A success rate often over 90%.
Meet Matt Bower
I’m a qualified primary school teacher (BA Hons, PGCE) and I’ve taught since 2004. Through M Bower Tutoring, I prepare Plymouth children for the 11+ in maths and English, in small weekly groups at YMCA Plymouth on Honicknowle Lane.
I know what your child is learning in class and where the 11+ asks for more. Families join from Plymouth, Tavistock, Ivybridge, the South Hams, Torpoint and Saltash. I hold an enhanced DBS certificate and public liability insurance.
Years teaching
Children per group
A Year-Long 11+ Plan
Lessons follow a clear plan from late September in year 5 to the exam the following September, so nothing is rushed and nothing is missed.
Lessons carry on for 3 weeks in the summer holidays, when many children can potentially slip back.
Sep
Core skills
Essential maths, reading, writing and grammar methods the 11+ tests.
Feb
Harder material
The same subjects at a more demanding level.
April
Exam practice
Multiple-choice 11+ papers, building up to timed papers. Essay writing for boys.
Sep
The 11+ exam
Held over two Saturdays. Summer lessons keep skills sharp right up to the day.
Three Ways to Prepare
Small-group lessons for year 5, plus short daily home-learning sheets for year 4 and year 6 children anywhere in the UK.
Year 5: 11+ Group Tuition
Weekly 70-minute maths and English lessons at YMCA Plymouth, with 7 children. £18.50 a lesson.
Year 4: Pre-11+ Programme
A short daily maths and English sheet posted to you. £3.50 a week, anywhere in the UK. I also run a couple of year 4 weekly lessons at YMCA Plymouth. Spaces are limited so get in touch early!
Year 6+: Stretch Programme
Daily practice that keeps able year 6 children challenged and ready for SATs and beyond. £3.50 a week, UK-wide.
What Plymouth Parents Say
When should my child start 11+ tuition?
In year 5, from late September, a year before the September exam. Year 4 children can start early with the home-learning programme or with year 4 lessons (space is very limited for these).
Which schools do you prepare for?
Devonport High School for Boys, Devonport High School for Girls and Plymouth High School for Girls.
How much does it cost?
£18.50 per 70-minute group lesson, plus about £56 for eight workbooks over the year.
Ready to Give Your Child the Best Chance at the 11+?
Groups fill early. Book an appointment to talk about your child and register them, or message me at any time.