Manor House School Private Tutors

Manor House uses the CAT4 (Cognitive Abilities Test) for 11+ admissions. This assessment evaluates Verbal, Non-Verbal, Spatial and Quantitative Reasoning.

• School Tour – Attend an Open Morning for a pupil-guided tour or book a visit with the admissions team. A meeting with the Headteacher is optional for Year 7 but required for other year groups.
• Application Deadline – Submit the Application Form (£75 fee) 
• Experience Day in November – your child will be interviewed by a senior staff member. 
• Entrance Exam – Assessment details will be provided after registration.
• School Reference – A reference from the current school is required.
• Offers – Typically made at the end of the Autumn term, subject to a satisfactory reference.

• Verbal Reasoning: Measures how well students understand and process words and language. Includes tasks like identifying relationships between words, recognising patterns, and completing analogies.
• Non-Verbal Reasoning: Tests the ability to analyse and interpret visual patterns and relationships. Questions involve shapes, sequences, and identifying odd-one-out patterns.
• Quantitative Reasoning (Mathematical): Assesses numerical and mathematical reasoning. Questions involve number sequences, logical problem-solving, and understanding numerical patterns.
• Spatial Ability (similar to Non-Verbal): Evaluates the ability to visualise and manipulate shapes in 2D or 3D space. Questions include tasks like mentally rotating shapes or matching them based on perspective.

The questions in CAT4 are multiple-choice, and students must select the correct answer from the options provided.

The best way to prepare for 11 plus exams is to complete practice papers. This allows your child to understand the exam format, experience the questions first hard and master the skill of working under timed conditions. 

Our 11+ practice tests are carefully researched and regularly updated to align with any changes to entrance exam requirements. Sparkling Minds Tuition practice papers are designed to challenge students to reflect the competitive demands of the real papers. They provide an accurate and effective preparation experience.

It is extremely important for your child to have a thorough understanding of the different maths and English topics that could come up. Ensure they practice topics they struggle with to improve before completing countless practice papers, otherwise, they will not understand how to break down and answer certain questions. 

At Sparkling Minds Tuition, we offer breakdowns explaining what your child specifically needs to focus on, detailed videos going through the topics with your child, multiple worksheets per topic to practice and, of course, practice papers. Our tutors can also provide tailored support, expert guidance and test strategies to help students excel.

No, Manor House School does not have a catchment area. Instead, entry is determined on 11+ test scores.

Scholarships are available for Academic, Art, Drama, Music, and Sport at Year 7 (11+) entry. Girls may apply for multiple scholarships.

Manor House School offers means-tested bursaries to support families in financial need. Awards are reviewed annually and may cover some additional costs, such as uniforms.

You can apply for entry into other Senior School year groups, the process is as follows:

1. School Tour – Visit the school before applying.
2. School Report – Submit your daughter’s latest report for background information.
3. Meeting with the Headteacher – An in-person appointment will be arranged.
4. Application Form 
5. Taster Day & Assessment – Your daughter will sit an online CAT4 assessment during a Taster Day.
6. School Reference – A confidential reference and report will be requested from her current school.

For further details, contact the school’s Admissions Team.

In addition to entrance exams, applicants must submit recent school reports and references. Interviews are conducted to evaluate character, academic potential, and interests.

Yes, Sparkling Minds Tuition provides dedicated preparation programs for Manor House School’s exams, including subject coaching, practice tests, and interview guidance.

At Sparkling Minds Tuition, we offer free assessment resources to help students prepare effectively for entry into Manor House School, ensuring confidence and academic success.