Tuition at The Manor

29/09/2026

Update on my new 11+ groups (starting next week):
Girls - FULL
Boys - Spaces available

27/09/2026

🚨 BBC 500 Words opens for submissions on Tuesday 29th September at 8am! 🚨

The UK’s biggest children’s story-writing competition is back - inviting young storytellers to write the kind of story they would love to read. No pressure around spelling, grammar or punctuation - it’s all about creativity! Plus, there are loads of prizes to be won!

🕒 Entry deadline: Friday 6th November at 9pm

👉 Find out more: www.bbc.co.uk/500words

Remember, every story submitted is in with chance of winning 500 books for their school as well as a literacy wall art.

19/09/2026

Last week for my current 11+ students.
The goody bags are ready 😊.

01/09/2026

11+ Tuition for Girls 👧👧🏽👧🏿

NEW GROUP STARTING ON MONDAY 5th OCTOBER @ 5pm

⭐️ All resources provided
⭐️ Homework set
⭐️ Delivered by an experienced teacher
⭐️ 45 minute sessions
⭐️ Held at The Manor Tea Room, Slyne
⭐️ Excellent past results
⭐️ £15 per session

Please DM Vanessa for more information

31/08/2026

11+ Tuition for Boys 👦👦🏽👦🏿

NEW GROUPS STARTING ON TUESDAY 6th OCTOBER

Tuesdays @ 5pm

⭐️ Child-only group
⭐️ All resources provided
⭐️ Homework set
⭐️ Delivered by an experienced teacher
⭐️ 45 minute sessions
⭐️ Held at The Manor Tea Room, Slyne
⭐️ Excellent past results
⭐️ £15 per session

Please DM Vanessa for more information

28/04/2026

My lovely ‘11+ Parent & Son’ class, focusing on English.
(If parents can’t make it, other significant adults attend instead.)

13/04/2026

My lovely 11+ boys’ group, focusing on a mini Maths test.
For current year 4 children, this group will be held on Tuesdays at 5pm (from October).

22/02/2026

CGP 11+ Online is an excellent resource.
It’s very good value at £6 per month.
I would recommend this to all of my 11+ tutees.

With this monthly subscription to CGP 11+ Online, you’ll have access to unlimited 11+ practice for every subject and test provider. There are quick 10-question tests to practise specific topics, and full mock tests for realistic prep — so wherever pupils are up to, CGP 11+ Online has what they n...

25/11/2025

Finland has built one of the most successful education systems in the world by removing unnecessary pressure from students. Instead of relying on national standardized exams, the country allows teachers to assess students through ongoing individual evaluation. This creates a calm and supportive classroom environment where children feel encouraged to learn.

Even with shorter school days and very little homework, Finnish students continue to perform at the top in international rankings. Experts credit this to a strong focus on critical thinking, creativity and real understanding. Teachers are required to complete advanced training, which gives them the freedom and confidence to design lessons that fit their students.

The Finnish approach shows that academic success does not come from long hours or heavy stress. By focusing on well being, balanced learning and joy in education, Finland proves that students learn best when they feel safe, rested and motivated.

04/09/2025

Due to demand, I've put on an extra 11+ group for the boys. This will be starting on Monday 6th October at 6pm.