Tormead School Private Tutors

Tormead School uses the ISEB Common Pre-Test for 11+ admissions, assessing English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning, and Non-Verbal Reasoning.

1. Parents need to fill out an online registration form. Please note there is a £125 non refundable fee when registering your child for 11+ exam at Tormead School. 
2. Candidates sit the 11+ ISEB online assessment early December. 
3. Candidates are invited for an interview in January.
4. Scholarship assessment day takes place nearing the end of November.
5. Offers are sent in the third week of January.

The ISEB Pre-test consists of four key areas:

• English – Assesses reading comprehension and grammar through cloze sentences, shuffled sentences, and SPaG-based questions.
• Mathematics – Evaluates mathematical ability in line with the national curriculum.
• Verbal Reasoning – Measures problem-solving skills using words and language.
• Non-Verbal Reasoning – Tests logical thinking through shapes, spatial awareness, diagrams, and visual patterns.

The full assessment takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes to complete.

To find out more about ISEB Pre-test click here. (this will link to our 11+ page speaking about ISEB)

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 exams 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 high understanding of the different maths and English topics that could come up. Make sure they are practicing 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 paper.

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

Tormead offers Academic, Art, Drama, Music, and Sports Scholarships, they provide enrichment and support and are valued at up to 10% of tuition fees. The number of awards each year is at the Head’s discretion, and all scholarships are reviewed annually.

At 11+ entry, all candidates sitting the Entrance Examination are automatically considered for Academic Scholarships, no separate tests or interviews are required.

For Art, Drama, Music, and Sports Scholarships, application details are sent to all registered candidates in their examination pack in late October. Successful scholars are expected to contribute actively to school life and remain at Tormead through A Levels.

Applicants are required to submit school reports, references, and attend interviews to assess personal qualities and academic suitability.

Preparation should include practicing ISEB-style questions, improving time management, and building confidence for interviews. Sparkling Minds Tuition offers targeted programs for ISEB preparation and interview techniques.

Yes, Sparkling Minds Tuition provides tutoring support for the ISEB Common Pre-Test, including practice exams, reasoning exercises, and interview coaching.

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