Dartford, Kent · Kent (GL Assessment), Bexley & Medway 11+

A clear path from Year 3 to the exam

Preparing for the 11+ shouldn't feel overwhelming. Expert teaching in the classroom, plus structured support so you can confidently help at home — one planned step at a time.

How the week works
Year 4 One taught lesson a week
Day 1 Face-to-face lesson — 90 mins
Days 2–5 Homework + a daily Numeracy Drill
Year 5 Two taught lessons a week
Day 1 Face-to-face lesson — 90 mins
Day 2 Online session — 45–60 mins
Days 3–6 Structured homework at home
Small groups of 6–12 · Anton for online maths practice · daily reading throughout
The pipeline

Every step is planned, from foundations to exam day

You are here
Now Year 3
6 weeks · into Y4 Summer Bridge
Full year Year 4
6 weeks · into Y5 Summer Bridge
39 weeks Year 5
The goal Exam
What your child will build

Four subjects, plus a dedicated vocabulary strand

M

Mathematics

Number, reasoning & problem-solving, step by step.

E

English

Spelling, grammar, writing & deep comprehension.

V

Verbal Reasoning

Word logic, codes & vocabulary in context.

N

Non-Verbal Reasoning

Shapes, patterns & spatial thinking.

Plus a dedicated vocabulary strand — built on Latin and Greek root words and paired for deeper, longer-lasting retention. Strong vocabulary underpins success across every paper.
Why families choose us

Teaching, not drilling

1

Teach, don't drill

Every topic starts with a worked example, then guided practice, then independent work — how learning actually sticks.

2

Parents included

A Parent Guide for every topic means you can support with confidence — no teaching background needed.

3

Comprehension in depth

We break reading into 10 specific skills — far beyond simple question practice.

4

Structure, not stress

A clear week-by-week plan and steady homework rhythm — organised, never overwhelming.

Where our families aim

The grammar schools our families aim for

We prepare children for the Kent Test (GL Assessment), the Bexley Selection Test and the Medway Test — the routes into the grammar schools our local families most often apply to.

Dartford Grammar School Dartford · Boys
Dartford Grammar School for Girls Dartford · Girls
Wilmington Grammar School for Boys Wilmington · Boys
Wilmington Grammar School for Girls Wilmington · Girls
Beths Grammar School Bexley · Boys
Bexley Grammar School Bexley · Mixed
Chislehurst & Sidcup Grammar School Bexley · Mixed
Townley Grammar School Bexley · Girls
Independent tuition — NKMT 11+ is not affiliated with or endorsed by any school. Families in Medway and neighbouring areas are equally welcome.

Interested in a place for your child?

Places in each group are kept small. Get in touch to register your interest or book a free taster session.

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