Classes
Each year group has its own weekly class. The same curriculum is taught in every slot of a year group, and homework is set every week on Google Classroom.
Not sure which class? Use the class finder →
Year 3
Free Maths and English practice to develop core skills and build confidence before formal 11+ preparation.
- Free online practice tests
- Build early Maths and English skills
- Limited places available
Complete our enquiry form to receive further details.
Enquire About Free Practice →Year 4
A structured introduction to 11+ preparation, focusing on strong concepts, confidence and good learning habits.
- Maths, English and Reasoning
- Standard books and regular homework
- Building accuracy and exam techniques
Year 5 Standard
Comprehensive preparation for GL and Quest grammar school entrance exams, with a strong foundation for super-selective and independent schools.
- Maths, English, Reasoning and SPaG
- Concept-based teaching and exam techniques
- Recommended books and regular homework
- Five mock exams and progress monitoring
Year 5 Extension
For students targeting St Olave's, Wilson's, QE Boys and leading independent schools.
- Advanced Maths and problem-solving
- Challenging English Comprehension
- Creative Writing with individual feedback
- Higher-level exam techniques
Students targeting these schools typically attend both Standard and Extension classes.
Explore Extension Class →Year 6 Masterclasses
Intensive autumn-term preparation for Grammar School Stage II and independent school entrance examinations.
- Advanced Maths and English Comprehension
- Creative Writing and Poetry
- Targeted exam practice and techniques
- Creative writing marked with individual feedback
Years 7–9
Strong GCSE results start with a solid foundation. Our structured classes, attended predominantly by grammar school students, develop understanding and confidence.
- Strengthen core Maths and Science concepts
- Develop analytical and problem-solving skills
- Address knowledge gaps early
- Build a strong foundation for GCSE success
Years 10–11
Focused GCSE preparation for students aiming for top grades, with structured teaching, revision resources and exam practice.
- In-depth teaching of GCSE concepts
- Comprehensive notes and worked examples
- GCSE past papers with detailed solutions
- Exam techniques and targeted revision
- Focus on achieving Grades 8 and 9
Class times, fees and term dates
Classes run live on Zoom every week for Years 4 to 11, with Year 6 Masterclasses in the autumn.
Send a short enquiry and you will see the times, fees and term dates for your child's year group straight away. There is no trial class.
- 1Fill in the enquiry form (1 minute).
- 2See class times, fees and term dates for your year group.
- 3Ash contacts you by WhatsApp, phone call or email to confirm a place.
Why parents choose AshACE
A clear plan for every year, taught live by the same teacher from the first class to the exam.
Taught by Ash
Every class is planned and taught by Ash, an experienced, DBS-checked tutor, so your child learns from one teacher who knows their work.
A strategy that works
A year-by-year plan that builds skills first, then exam technique, with the same curriculum in every slot of a year group.
Weekly homework
Homework every week on Google Classroom, so you always know what your child is working on.
Writing feedback
Creative writing is marked against Ash's own mark schemes, with clear feedback.
Mock exams
Timed practice mock exams in the style of the real tests, so the exam day feels familiar.
Live on Zoom
No travel. Children join live from home, anywhere in the UK or abroad.
The 11+ year by year
The key steps for grammar school entry in England. Registration dates differ by area, so always check your local council's website.
For example, Bexley registration ran from 1 to 31 March 2026 for tests in September 2026. Kent registration usually opens in early summer.
- Year 4Start the 11+ foundation course and build strong basics.
- Year 5, spring and summerRegister your child for the 11+ tests in your area.
- Year 6, SeptemberMost grammar school tests take place.
- Year 6, OctoberTest results arrive. Apply for secondary schools by your council's closing date (31 October in London; 2 November 2026 in Kent).
- Year 6, November to JanuaryStage II and independent school exams.
- 1 MarchNational Offer Day: you find out your child's secondary school.
Results
Every year our students win places at the most selective grammar schools and leading independent schools in the country.
Schools our students have joined
- St Olave's
- Queen Elizabeth's Boys
- Henrietta Barnett
- Newstead Wood
- Wilson's
- Sutton grammar schools
- Judd
- Tonbridge Grammar
- Dartford Grammar
- Bexley grammar schools
- Westminster
- City of London
- Sevenoaks
- JAGS
- Dulwich
- Alleyn's
- Eltham College
- Trinity
Students have also won scholarships at leading independent schools. All our students are taught online, and come from across London, Kent, Essex and beyond.
Schools our students aim for
GL grammar schools and independent schools across Kent, Bexley, Bromley, Sutton and beyond.
- St Olave's
- Wilson's
- Newstead Wood
- Queen Elizabeth's Boys
- Nonsuch
- Tiffin
- Sutton grammars
- Bexley grammars
- Kent grammars
- Bucks grammars
- Independent schools
How it works
- 1Send an enquiry below, or message us on WhatsApp, with your child's year group.
- 2We send you the class details and a seat offer when a place is free.
- 3You sign the terms and set up payment.
- 4Your child joins Google Classroom and the weekly Zoom class.
Children need a Windows computer or laptop with a webcam and wired headphones.
What parents say
Rated 4.4 on Trustpilot. Here are some of our five-star reviews. Read all our reviews on Trustpilot.
“Thanks to Ash’s structured, engaging lessons and constant encouragement, my son’s confidence soared and he has now been accepted into St. Olave’s, his first-preference school!”
“Our son secured offers from every school he appeared for, including St Olave’s, Queen Elizabeth’s (QE), Wilson’s, Kent grammar schools, Reading, and the other schools he applied.”
“Very professional, kind, and well-prepared with comprehensive learning materials. The tutor also gave us amazing advice on choosing and applying for schools.”
“My biggest advice to parents is simple: trust the process. Ash’s teaching is incredibly well thought out.”
“Although the tuition is delivered in a group online setting, his teaching feels highly personalised, structured, and focused on each child’s individual progress and weaknesses.”
“Ash’s classes are very informative and he has a friendly approach with the kids. We even did extension classes with Ash which are quite helpful if you are studying for super selective schools.”
“Ash has earned my trust with both of my kids. … I wholeheartedly endorse Ash.”
“The classes were well-structured, and she found them both engaging and motivating.”
Guides for parents
Free, plain-English guides to the 11+, checked against each school's 2027 admission policy. See all articles · How far do you live from each grammar school?
How to prepare for the Kent 11+ test
What is in the test, the key dates, and a simple plan.
IndependentIndependent school 11+ entrance exams explained
Registration, exams, interviews, scholarships and bursaries.
AdmissionsCatchment areas and grammar school places explained
Priority areas, distance, how to apply and appeals.
Writing7 tips for 11+ creative writing
Plan and write a strong story in 30 to 40 minutes.
School-by-school guides
Questions parents ask
Are classes in person or online?
All classes are live on Zoom, so your child can join from anywhere. Students in the UK and abroad attend.
When should my child start?
Year 4 is the best time to start the 11+ foundation course. Year 5 is the main preparation year.
Is there a free trial class?
No. Our classes are a structured course with weekly homework, not stand-alone lessons. Send an enquiry to see the full details for your year group.
Is there homework?
Yes. Homework is set every week on Google Classroom and should be finished before the next class.
Send an enquiry
Tell us about your child. As soon as you send the form, you will see the class times, fees and term dates for their year group. Ash will then contact you by email or WhatsApp.
We only use these details to reply to your enquiry. Please do not include your child's school report or other sensitive information.
Contact us
WhatsApp is the quickest way to reach us.
- 07921 826207
- Phone
- 0333 011 1901
- hello@ashacetuition.co.uk
- Hours
- Enquiries answered Monday and Tuesday
Locate us
We are based in Orpington, Kent. All classes run live on Zoom, so there is no need to travel.