- Buckinghamshire · Year 3, 4 & 5
Online 11 Plus Tuition in Grimsby, Lincolnshire
Children in Year 4 and Year 5 across Grimsby can prepare for Grammar School entry with Adnan Khan Tutoring’s live online 11 Plus tuition. We support families throughout the DN31, DN32, DN33, DN34 and DN35 postcode areas whose children are working towards a place at Caistor Grammar School by preparing for its Verbal Reasoning entrance test.
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Families in Grimsby can access live 11 Plus tuition through Adnan Khan Tutoring. We support Year 4 and Year 5 children across the DN31, DN32, DN33, DN34 and DN35 postcode areas who are preparing for admission to Caistor Grammar School, the closest Grammar School for many children in the area.
Our online approach allows children throughout Grimsby to receive personalised 11 Plus tuition from home, with lesson times that fit comfortably around school, clubs and other activities.
Why Families in Grimsby Choose 11 Plus Tuition
As competition for places at Caistor Grammar School continues to grow, many families in Grimsby seek structured 11 Plus preparation. It is often for one or more of the following reasons:
Why 11 Plus Preparation Matters for Grimsby Families
Many Grimsby families choose to prepare early for Caistor Grammar School, where entry is determined through a competitive Verbal Reasoning entrance test. Building knowledge, confidence and exam technique over time can make a meaningful difference. .
Caistor Grammar School is a co-educational 11 to 18 selective school. The number of intended admissions for entry into Year 7 in September 2027 will be 96 pupils.
Admission to Caistor Grammar School is determined through the GL Assessment Verbal Reasoning entrance test. Achieving the published qualifying score of 220 or more is an important step towards being considered for a Year 7 place.
Where there are more qualified applicants than available places, Caistor Grammar School applies its published admissions criteria. For children applying from Grimsby, performing well in the entrance test can play an important role in securing a place.
With Caistor Grammar School serving as the nearest Grammar School for many local families and places awarded through a competitive entrance test, many Grimsby parents choose to start structured 11 Plus tuition well in advance.
Students We Support for the 11 Plus in Grimsby
We regularly support families across Grimsby and its neighbouring communities, including Cleethorpes, Scartho, Laceby, Great Coates, New Waltham and Humberston, throughout the DN31, DN32, DN33, DN34 and DN35 postcode areas. Many of the children we support attend local primary schools such as Scartho Junior Academy, Great Coates Primary Academy and Macaulay Primary Academy, as well as other schools across the region.
Alongside supporting Grimsby families, we provide separate online 11 Plus preparation pathways for children across nearby areas such as Queensbury and Brigg.
Our online 11 Plus tuition mainly supports Year 4 and Year 5 pupils across Grimsby and nearby areas who are working towards admission to Caistor Grammar School.
Registration for the Caistor Grammar School entrance test for September 2027 entry opened at the start of March 2026 and closes on Friday 14 August 2026. The two test papers take place on Saturday 19 September and Saturday 26 September 2026, with outcomes emailed to parents by Tuesday 13 October 2026 ahead of the national secondary application deadline on Saturday 31 October 2026.
Our support extends beyond 11 Plus, with 12 Plus and 13 Plus tuition available for Grimsby students preparing for later selective school entry opportunities.
How a Grimsby Student Built the Skills Needed for 11 Plus Success
When a pupil from Scartho joined us in Year 4, he already demonstrated strong vocabulary and comprehension skills. Still, he had not yet developed confidence with the coded reasoning challenges used in Verbal Reasoning papers. Through a carefully planned programme of timed practice, skill-building exercises and ongoing feedback, he improved his ability to tackle different question styles effectively. This preparation helped him approach the Caistor Grammar School entrance test with confidence and achieve a competitive score.
11 Plus Verbal Reasoning
The Verbal Reasoning section of the 11 Plus rewards children who can quickly identify patterns and meanings between words, not just those who enjoy reading. Lessons focus on key question types, including synonyms, antonyms, word codes, hidden words and analogies, building the vocabulary accuracy and speed required for Caistor’s assessment.
How Our 11 Plus Tuition Plan Works for Grimsby Families
A well-planned approach helps students understand the demands of Caistor Grammar School’s Verbal Reasoning assessment and develop the skills needed for success. Our programme supporting Grimsby families includes:
Every session is aligned to the Verbal Reasoning format used by Caistor Grammar School, so preparation is directly relevant from the very first lesson.
Why Families Choose Adnan Khan Tutoring
With over two decades of experience supporting learners, Adnan Khan Tutoring provides high-quality tuition led by Adnan Khan, a qualified teacher, senior university lecturer and experienced teacher trainer. To understand more about our values, teaching methods and approach, visit our Why Choose Adnan Khan Tutoring page.
Our 11 Plus programme is shaped around the specific format Grimsby families need: the standalone Verbal Reasoning test set independently by Caistor Grammar School rather than a one-size-fits-all approach built for consortium-tested areas.
Adnan Khan combines his private tutoring experience with his academic role at Buckinghamshire New University, demonstrating a strong background in teaching, training and higher education.
Alongside our teaching experience, families can view independent parent feedback on Trustpilot, where reviews highlight the support, guidance and progress children receive through Adnan Khan Tutoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides structured online 11 Plus support for Year 4 and Year 5 children in Grimsby?
Families in Grimsby can access live online 11 Plus lessons for Year 4 and Year 5 children, with focused preparation designed around the Verbal Reasoning assessment for entry to Caistor Grammar School.
Does Grimsby have its own Grammar School?
No. Grimsby’s former Grammar School became a comprehensive academy in 2007. The nearest Grammar School today is Caistor Grammar School, which sits outside Grimsby’s own catchment area.
How is the Caistor 11 Plus structured?
Caistor Grammar School sets its own entrance exam, independent of the Lincolnshire Consortium of Grammar Schools. It consists of two GL Assessment Verbal Reasoning papers — a standard paper and a multiple-choice paper sat on separate Saturdays in September. There is no Maths, English or Non-Verbal Reasoning paper.
What score does my child need to qualify for Caistor Grammar School from Grimsby?
Candidates need a combined age-standardised score of 220 or more across both papers to be eligible for consideration — designed to select the top 25% of the ability range. Meeting this score doesn’t guarantee a place, since Caistor’s 6.5-mile catchment area is prioritised first.
Does a strong score guarantee a place at Caistor Grammar School for a Grimsby child?
No. Reaching 220 only makes a child eligible for consideration. Because Grimsby falls outside the school’s catchment area, places go first to looked-after children. Those living within 6.5 miles of the school get priority, then up to 12 Pupil Premium places, before remaining places are offered to the highest-scoring candidates outside the catchment.
When should my child start 11 Plus tuition in Grimsby?
We recommend starting in Year 4, giving enough time to build genuine familiarity with the Verbal Reasoning format before the Year 6 test dates in September.
Is online 11 Plus tuition effective for Grammar School preparation?
Yes. Live online lessons combined with structured feedback, regular homework and timed mock practice give students full exam preparation without any need to travel.
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