121 Tuition Gloucester

Good evening - quick update from Lauren 😃

All session times have now been filled and I am on a waiting list only situation.

If you are looking for tutoring from June/September 2027 please get in touch as soon as possible to pre book to avoid disappointment.

Thank you - as always for the continued support 💕

The seven Gloucestershire Grammar Schools (G7) have appointed Future Stories Community Enterprise (FSCE) as their new admissions test provider for entry to Year 7 from 2028 onwards, following a comprehensive competitive tender process.

The procurement sought an organisation with proven technical expertise, robust security, strong capacity for large‑scale assessment, and a commitment to fair and accessible selective testing. FSCE was selected from a field of qualified national providers.

A New Chapter for Grammar School Admissions in Gloucestershire
Each year, around 3,000 children register to sit the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools admissions test, with approximately 2,500 taking part. The G7 schools operate a shared testing process, enabling families to sit one test for entry to all seven schools.

As part of the new arrangements, the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools have also taken the decision to move the test date from September of Year 6 to the latter part of the summer term of Year 5. This will reduce pressure on pupils beginning Year 6, and provide families with earlier results. These arrangements will take effect from summer 2027 for first entry into Year 7 in September 2028.

Under the new arrangements, FSCE will design, develop, and deliver the test papers - including scoring, analysis, age‑standardisation, and secure reporting of results - and will provide specialist guidance and support to admissions teams across all seven schools.

Why FSCE?
FSCE, a not‑for‑profit subsidiary of Reading School, develops bespoke admissions assessments designed specifically for selective state grammar schools. Their tests are currently used by twelve grammar schools and consortia nationally, with more than 8,000 pupils sitting FSCE papers each year.

The G7’s decision reflects FSCE’s strong technical expertise in designing valid, curriculum‑aligned assessments; its commitment to fairness and accessibility through inclusive design and its shared focus on widening access for disadvantaged pupils.

A Focus on Fairness and Opportunity
A key objective of the G7 tender was to identify an assessment provider whose tests support fair access for all pupils, regardless of background. FSCE’s approach draws heavily on Key Stage 2 curriculum content, ensuring accessibility for children from a wide range of primary schools and reducing reliance on specialist 11+ tutoring. FSCE also provides adapted formats - including Braille, large print and modified papers - and expert support for schools making reasonable adjustments for candidates with additional needs.

A spokesperson for Future Stories Community Enterprise (FSCE) said:

“We are delighted to be working with the Gloucestershire Grammar Schools, who share our vision for fairer selective admissions. At the heart of our approach is a commitment to ensuring that assessments identify true potential, not just prior advantage.

Through research and data-led test design, we aim to dissuade intensive test preparation and encourage natural curiosity and critical thinking. We focus on creating accessible and inclusive tests that maintain the highest standards of rigorous selective assessment and demystifying admissions processes through cohesive partnerships with schools, children and their families.

Working in unison with all schools in the G7, we look forward to developing robust, fair and innovative assessments, to build on the success of the Shaping Futures outreach work and to continue widening participation so that every child has an equal opportunity to demonstrate their ability.”

The headmaster of The Crypt School, Mr Nicholas Dyer said:

“Alongside the other Gloucestershire grammar schools, I am delighted to be moving The Crypt School's entrance test to FSCE. FSCE share my school's commitment to developing equitable testing arrangements, which aim to support inclusion and accessibility for all children who wish to access and benefit from a selective school education.”

Next Steps
Over the coming months, FSCE and G7 admissions teams will work closely together on:
Finalising test specifications
Agreeing timelines for any change to the test date
Preparing familiarisation materials for families
Ensuring a secure and smooth transition from the current provider

Further details will be available on each school’s website at the start of the next academic year (September 2026).

⭐ Update - 28/04 - both slots have now been taken ⭐

Good morning 👋🏻

Quick update of session times available from May/June time.

Tuesday and Friday all available at 4-5pm

Please pop me a message for more information 😊

Good evening! 👋🏻

If you’re looking for a tutor for exams in 2027 and beyond - please get in touch asap to avoid disappointment.

Below are the slots that will become available in May/June 2026:

Monday 4-5 - now filled

Tuesday 4-5

Wednesday 4-5 - now filled
Wednesday 5-6 - now filled

Thursday 5-6 - now filled

Friday 4-5
Friday 5-6 - now filled

Drop me a message to secure your slot today 👍🏻

Hi there 👋🏻

Summer tuition availability below. Please DM for more info or to book in 👍🏻

Monday 28th July 1-4

Tuesday 29th July - 3-4

Monday 4th August - 1-2 and 3-5

Tuesday 5th August - 3-4

Monday 11th August - 1-4

Tuesday 12th August - 1-3

Monday 18th August - 1-4

Tuesday 19th August - 3-5

Wednesday 20th August - 11-2

⭐ Links below for predicted 2025 papers for GCSE Maths ⭐

Free predicted papers -

https://www.1stclassmaths.com/exam-papers

https://www.pmt.education/resources/predicted-papers/gcse-maths/ (please note not all boards are available on this site)

Predicted papers that can be purchased -

https://www.krisstuition.co.uk/products/gcse-2025-predicted-maths-bundle-aqa-edexcel-ocr-f-h

https://www.primrosekitten.com/collections/predicted-papers?srsltid=AfmBOoo-GpO_mjK_xFquag71SVbDo8oQqV3Xl-FqsPOBP9-QbTmtPV8s

Happy revising 📚

PRACTICE PAPERS | 1st Class Maths FREE GCSE Maths Predicted Papers

*Update - both sessions have now been taken. Thank you 😍*

Hello 👋🏻

One session available for weekly tuition:

Friday at 5pm

Please get in touch for more information 😃

Hey 👋🏻

As we head into the new school term, I just wanted to update prospective parents about availability.

Currently sessions after school between 4pm and 7pm are all booked. I do have a waiting list if you would like to be added.

Sessions are available during school hours on weekdays. This might suit college/non school students who are flexible with their hours.

If you are looking for tuition to start in September 2024 - please get in touch now to prebook your space, availability is limited already so please don’t miss out if you are looking for tuition for exams in 2025.

Thank you all for your support, I am incredibly grateful to be in this position ❤️

⭐️ Predicted Paper 1 - Edexcel ⭐️

Foundation -https://www.mathsgenie.co.uk/resources/1fpred23.pdf

Foundation answers -https://www.mathsgenie.co.uk/resources/1fpred23ans.pdf

Higher -https://www.mathsgenie.co.uk/resources/1hpred23.pdf

Higher answers -https://www.mathsgenie.co.uk/resources/1hpred23ans.pdf

These papers are super useful in giving an idea as to topics that might arise in paper 1

More than happy to mark any work - even if you’re not a current student 😃

www.mathsgenie.co.uk

Best of luck to children getting their primary school allocations today.

We hope you get your first choice 🤩

Hello 👋🏻

I have limited availability throughout February half term for students who would like a little extra help with exam preparation or need some extra support.

Pop me a direct message to book your slot.

Lauren 🌻