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11+ Entrance Exam Stories

The 11+ is a complex challenge. Our results are the evidence that our strategy works. We don’t rely on luck; we deliver guaranteed, high-level placement success across the North West’s most competitive schools, including BRGS, Clitheroe, Bolton, BGS and Trafford. 

These placements are the outcome of the Exam Accelerator Programme’s intensive structure and Helen’s dedicated, expert guidance. When you partner with us, you are not just preparing for an exam—you are investing in a proven methodology that develops the confidence, resilience, and transferable skills required for grammar school entry.

Explore the stories below to see the specific, high-stakes success that awaits your own child.

Eddie: Consistent effort and discipline turned Verbal Reasoning into his strength!
Leo: Success built on incredible consistency and a positive attitude to every challenge!
Harriet: Rapid progress, thanks to her inspiringly positive attitude!
Annabel: Beat the competition from Area 3 with unwavering determination and mental resilience!
Connie: Success built on maturity and consistency - overcoming the out-of-catchment hurdle!
Luna: Mastered essential content and exam skills with speed, dedication and a sense of humour!

Esme

Esme: Achieved an incredible result, securing offers from Bolton School, Withington High School, BRGS and Stockport Grammar School. This success is a direct testament to her unwavering determination and relentless study ethic throughout the programme. Esme is now in the enviable position of choosing her favourite from an array of highly-coveted places!

Hannah

Hannah: Demonstrated sheer brilliance and a true passion for learning throughout her preparation. She secured a coveted place at BRGS, passing the entrance exam with flying colours and achieving a top rank. We are incredibly proud of Hannah’s phenomenal success—keep reaching for the stars!

Harriet

Harriet: A shining example of true perseverance and dedication. Despite facing numerous challenges along her journey, her resilience and hard work never faltered. Her success is truly well-earned, and her future is limitless!

Fardeel

Fardeel: Truly is a “triple threat,” achieving a stellar pass on the BRGS exam. He demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by becoming a Senior Prefect and Captaining his football team to league victory. Fardeel, you’ve shown what it means to excel in every aspect of life—we are immensely proud!

Megan

Megan: Conquered the entrance exam through sheer dedication and infectious enthusiasm, earning her well-deserved place at BRGS. Following in the successful footsteps of her sister, Freya, Megan is set to continue the family legacy at this esteemed school. We know she will bring the same passion and excellence to her future studies!

Olivia

Olivia: A true picture of dual success, achieving a BRGS Pass while excelling on the football field. Her journey was marked by bright intellect, determination, and leadership both in the classroom and on the pitch. We are certain she will continue scoring goals, both academically and athletically, inspiring those around her!

Darcey

Darcey: An absolute powerhouse who tackled not one, but two demanding programmes: Exam Accelerator and Maths Mastery. Her ability to excel in multiple areas showcases an exceptional work ethic and commitment to her studies. Darcey, your dedication is truly commendable—the sky’s the limit!

Daisy

Daisy: Achieved phenomenal success despite having a relatively short run-up to the exam. She made incredible strides, especially in mastering verbal reasoning—a subject not typically taught in school. Daisy’s determination and rapid progress are a true testament to her grit and hard work!

Kathryn

Kathryn: Made her own mark, not just by passing the 11+ exam, but by showing continued dedication to excellence. She further demonstrated commitment by joining our Year 6 Springboard Programme, aiming to absolutely smash her SATs too! Kathryn’s determination to excel in all areas, including her sports, is truly commendable!

Daniel

Daniel: Joined us later in the game but absolutely knocked the entrance exam out of the park! Despite a shorter run-up, his determination, focus, and hard work propelled him to incredible success. Daniel’s achievement is a testament to his resilience and ability to thrive under pressure!

Erik

Erik: Achieved a well-deserved place at BRGS, blazing his own trail while following in the footsteps of his brother, Saul. His success is a testament to his unwavering dedication and hard work throughout the programme. Erik’s commitment to excellence and passion for learning sets him apart as a shining example!


Celebrating Year 6 SATs Springboard Programme Excellence for the 18th year running!

We are delighted to share the significant progress made by students in our SATs Springboard Programme, confirming their readiness for secondary school. This structured acceleration is a direct result of our focused curriculum, coupled with Helen’s dedication and the students’ efforts. 

Celebrating Outstanding GCSE Results

We are thrilled to present our current GCSE results, demonstrating another year of exceptional academic performance in Maths and English. These outstanding outcomes are a clear testament to our students’ effort, the efficacy of our structured tutoring programmes and the dedication of our talented team of teachers!

Overall Pass Rate

We are delighted to report that more than 89% of our GCSE students achieved a grade 5 or above. Our students excelled in various subjects, with notable achievements in Maths and English.

The Top Achievers in Maths are:

  • George H (7)
  • David T (7)
  • Summer A (6)
  • Daisy Lou B (5)

The Top Achievers in English are:

  • Haaris M – English Language (6) English Literature (7)
  • Jasmine T – English Literature (7) English Language (5)

If you are curious about how our GCSE Programmes could benefit your own child, please contact us to arrange a FREE GCSE Student Success Plan!

BRGS Results

Our incredible pupils have once again done tremendously well in their 11+ examinations!

We congratulate them all and send our best wishes for the future.

Zachery smiling whilst holding a baby, with a curious dog in the background

Zachery

Zachery passed the exam with an amazing score of 121.09 – what a clever boy! Zachery will begin his BRGS journey this September & his parents are over-the-moon!
Aytron making a sandcastle on the beach

Ayrton

Ayrton and his family are celebrating his fantastic exam results. After a short run-up, Ayrton smashed the 11+ with an amazing score of 115.83 – superb! Ayrton begins his BRGS journey in September 23.

Stanley stood in a park beaming with pride

Stanley

Stanley has accepted a place at BRGS after passing the entrance exam with an impressive score of 110 – well done! Congratulations Stanley – we’re super proud!
Ellie with a very proud smile

Ellie

Ellie is one of our highest-scoring students. She achieved an incredible 133 in the entrance exam – 32 points above the pass mark! Wow! That’s a magnificent achievement!

Inaya posing in front of her front door, wearing a Disney's Stitch-themed jumper

Inaya

Inaya is a determined student, who managed to beat off stiff competition from other candidates outside the catchment, to earn a place at BRGS. Inaya scored 117.46 and we’re extremely happy!

Musa with a cool smile sat on an armchair

Musa

Musa is a focussed, hard-working student who deserves his place at BRGS, having passed the entrance exam with a terrific score of 102.88. Now, that’s a result!

Kiera posing with a lovely smile

Kiera

Kiera and her family are celebrating after she passed the 11+ exam with a high score of 113 – not easy for such a tricky test! We’re confident Kiera will continue her success at the grammar school and we wish her well.

Abigail smiling in her school uniform in front of her family garden

Abigail

Abigail is a bright, conscientious student, so we aren’t surprised she smashed the 11+ exam with a fantastic score of 112.2 – result! We’d like to wish Abigail continued success at BRGS!
Jack wearing a huge grin

Jack

Jack is one of our best scorers, with an outstanding 129.57. He is very hard working and always gives his best, so we’re not surprised Jack beat off stiff competition to win his place at a top grammar school.
Sophia posing with a cake that reads "Well Done Sophia!"

Sophia

Sophia has achieved a fabulous score of 114.14 – clearly, the entrance exam was a walk-in-the-park for this student! Wishing you all the best at BRGS Sophia!
Jake sitting side-by-side with his dog Winston

Jake

Jake and his family (including Winston, the dog) are officially on Cloud-9, after scooping a sought-after place at BRGS. Jake is one of our highest, ranking students, having passed with an amazing score of 132.28 – congratulations!
Sam smiling in front of his Christmas tree

Sam

Sam absolutely smashed the entrance exam with a whopping score of 118.73. Now that’s a result! We’re super proud of you Sam!

New Year 7 Starters

These students are ready to set out on their path to success at BRGS and Bolton School. Best wishes to all!

Tabitha

Florence

Imogen

Erin

Fen

Saul

BRGS Y7 Stars

Here are some of our successful students at the start of their grammar school journey. We wish them all happiness & success!

Zac in new uniform

Zac

James in new uniform

James

Freya in new uniform

Freya

Ava in new uniform

Ava