The Parents Guide to 4+ Entrance Exam
Literacy, Numeracy & Social Development
What are
4+ entrance exam?
4+ entrance exams are becoming increasingly popular across the majority of selective, independent schools in the UK, and parents are naturally concerned that their children should be expected to display outstanding abilities in all curricular areas.
Although schools don’t fully disclose exactly what they are looking for, rest assured there are simple steps you can take to ensure that your child is fully prepared. 4+ assessments take place within small groups of 4-12 children, typically from October to February, before the September entrance.
The 4+ assessments have two rounds. In the first round, your child will be in a group environment where they will have a variety of activities to engage with. The second assessment includes similar activities, but more focus will be spent on individual interaction with assessors and more singular academic tasks. It is common that during the second round process parents will also be interviewed.
Don’t worry, it’s not as scary as it sounds.
"Education is our passport to the future. For tomorrow belongs only to the people who prepare for it today" - Malcolm X
"Education is our passport to the future. For tomorrow belongs only to the people who prepare for it today" - Malcolm X
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One- To- One Tutoring
Providing personalised tutoring for your child involves, tailored teaching, adapting the lessons and content to fit your child’s distinct learning style.
This personalised approach enhances the child’s comprehension, communication, academic achievement, and most importantly, their resilience and confidence.
4+ Individual Mock Assessment Session- 1 hour
A one-to-one session which will assess the child’s current abilities in the EYFS targets through a variety of activities.
The teacher will assess the child in areas including communication, reading, writing, numeracy, shapes, gross and fine motor skills, as well as personal, social, and emotional elements.
4+ Group Mock Assessment Session- 1.5 hours
The group 4+ mock assessment sessions are conducted by qualified teachers who will assess a small group of children of the same age, and potentially in the same age quartile.
The assessment will focus on evaluating the EYFS and the readiness for the 4+ assessment. The session covers communication, reading, writing, numeracy, shapes, gross and fine motor skills, as well as personal, social, and emotional elements.
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I have over 11 years of experience teaching in both Toronto & London. I gained my Bachelor of Arts from York University and my Master’s degree in teaching from Medaille College. I have gained experience in the UK, initially as a classroom teacher, but more recently as a Year Leader and a Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Co-ordinator. I have also consulted on early-years development with the Royal Foundations ‘Heads Together’ programme, a children’s Mental Health initiative, spearheaded by the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge.
My teaching abilities and my leadership credentials allow me to create a teaching style that primarily focuses on the emotional and mental development of children that, not only, allows them to academically excel at assessment time, but also provides them with the tools to continue to excel well through their early years.
I am selective with the number of children I take on each year. Between my extra-curricular commitments and my children at home, I want to ensure I can give each pupil, and their parents, the required time throughout the week. Therefore, I do pre-assessments with all the children that apply, so I can ensure my style and my methods are the right fit for your child.
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What are
Schools looking for in 4+ assessments?
Teachers will be observing the following:
- How the child communicates and interacts with other children and adults.
- The child’s confidence and focus levels.
- The child’s level of independence and resilience.
- How well the child can solve problems and demonstrate an interest in learning.
- How effectively the child listens and responds to stories read to them.
- The child’s level of engagement in group discussions.
What are
Schools looking for in 4+ assessments?
Teachers will be observing the following:
- How the child communicates and interacts with other children and adults.
- The child’s confidence and focus levels.
- The child’s level of independence and resilience.
- How well the child can solve problems and demonstrate an interest in learning.
- How effectively the child listens and responds to stories read to them.
- The child’s level of engagement in group discussions.
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