16+ Admission Test Preparation
- Maths
- English
- Science
- Humanities
- Modern Languages
Our tutors come from top universities
Sixteen Plus - Private Tutors
Individualised Attention
Extra Curricular Content
Boosting Confidence
Convenience and Flexibility
How to Prepare for the Sixteen Plus Exam
In this Section, we discuss the ways to prepare for the 16 plus exam, including understanding the ways to research the schools to which you want to apply. You will have to address the following questions:
- What school do I want to apply to?
- What are the entry requirements for that school?
- What resources do I use to prepare for the 16 plus exams?
- How to find an 16 plus private tutor?
What is tested in the 16+ exam?
Most independent schools test English, Maths, subject-specific papers, and an interview. English and Maths are based on higher-tier GCSE content. Some schools also include Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning to assess logic and pattern recognition. Top candidates usually work at or above Grade 8/9 level and are ready for A-level or IB study.
Related Resources
1. Practice Papers
Practice is the essence of perfection. Giving your child practice papers in the style of the exam they will sit will allow them to appreciate the format, time management, and expected results.
2. Textbooks
As parents, you may often find yourselves debating the value of a traditional textbook over the seemingly endless online resources. While it’s true that the internet provides plenty of educational content, textbooks can offer a systematic and cohesive learning approach tailored specifically for the 16+ exam.
Where to start?
When your child engages with Greenhill Academics, we lay everything on the table.
- We give you all assessment material
- We assess your child
- We direct you to the best resources
- We provide you with experienced tutors
- We deliver you a productive programme
Will my Child Succeed?
We are firm believers that every child has a huge amount of potential. They have to be guided, engaged and inspired. Our plan will maximize the likelihood of success (whatever that looks like for your child) as it has done for all of our previous students.
We let our results speak for themselves. We, and our partners, have helped students gain admission to
- St Paul’s School
- Westminster
- Highgate
- Latymer Upper
- Sevenoaks
The Best Quality
The most convincing way to understand the quality of anything is to try it. We are sure you’ll recognise the time and care we have taken to create
- an assessment package to address all major areas of the 16+ assessment
- an immersive and engaging experience with your child that has given confidence to hundreds of parents and our array of corporate partners
- an expert pool of tutors from Oxford University and Cambridge University
- an open communication between parents and tutors of their child’s progress
- targeted content for lessons to address the most important areas of improvement
Frequently Asked Questions
Many students struggle with confidence, especially if they’ve had a bad experience in school or feel overwhelmed by the subject. Our tutoring approach helps students build confidence by breaking down difficult topics, reinforcing understanding, and celebrating progress.
Studying isn’t just about memorising facts; your child must learn how to apply knowledge to unfamiliar contexts, especially in exams. Many students put in hours of revision but struggle with exam technique, structuring answers, or understanding mark schemes. A tutor can help identify and address these specific challenges.
We track progress through regular assessments, exam-style questions, and feedback from both the student and tutor. You’ll receive updates on improvements, areas of focus, and strategies for further progress.
We tutor for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, WJEC and CIE exam boards. We also cover the International Baccalaureate (IB)
We set up a learning space which is joined at the time of a session. In the learning space, students are on video call with our tutors and use an interactive whiteboard with resources. Parents and students are often surprised how easy it is!
This depends on their current level and goals. Some students benefit from weekly sessions for consistent progress, while others may prefer more intensive lessons closer to exams. We can recommend a schedule based on your child’s needs.
We offer flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend sessions, to fit around your child’s commitments. Tutoring is designed to be productive and efficient, so even one hour a week can make a significant difference when supported with independent study.
Yes! We offer a paid trial so your child can meet the tutor and experience online tutoring before committing. We use the trial to make an assessment and demonstrate how we can help.
We select tutors with exceptional academic backgrounds, proven experience in helping students reach their goals, and in-depth knowledge of exam board requirements.
Getting started is easy! Simply contact us to book a quick consultation, and we’ll select a tutor from our team who is the best match for your child
Ready to make a difference?
Resources
Visit our blog
Effective A Level Revision Strategies
