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Everything your child needs to know for The Perse exam

Learn from tutors who have been to The Perse and have successfully passed the exams your child will sit

Entrance Exam Tutors is an independent tutoring provider and is not affiliated with The Perse School.

National Curriculum

National Curriculum

Weekly Learning Plans

We tailor our syllabus and the National Curriculum every week to cover all the content your child needs to know before the exam date.

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Unlimited Online Practice

Exam Practice Papers

Practise as much as needed with unlimited online practice tests, and have access to our hand-crafted independently written question bank.

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Complete Performance Breakdown

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See progress using aggregated data from successful applicants to The Perse. We'll ensure your child finds the exam a breeze on the day.

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Everything your child needs for The Perse exam, available now

Past papers, mock tests, mark schemes, study packs and more. School-specific resources written by Perse alumni, available on their own — no tutoring required.

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Exam Format

The Perse Upper School

Co-educational Independent School in Cambridge

Entrance Exam Date:
Saturday 17th January 2027 (for entry in September 2027)
Years:
Year 7 (11+, taken in Y6), Year 9 (13+, taken in Y8), Year 6 (10+, taken in Y5) with 24 additional spaces
Sign-up Deadline:
1st December 2026, 12pm

Part 1: Online Assessment (70 minutes)

  • Mathematics (non-calculator, 20 min): Multiple-choice testing reasoning, problem solving and comprehension.
  • English (comprehension, 30 min): Reading comprehension based on small extracts, including grammar and language questions.
  • Non-verbal Reasoning (10 min): Multiple choice testing spatial and visual reasoning.
  • Verbal Reasoning (10 min): Multiple choice online verbal reasoning questions.

Part 2: English Writing (30 minutes)

  • Continuation or description inspired by a written text. Must be structured in paragraphs and will be assessed on creativity, vocabulary and accuracy. This section is handwritten.

Other Examined Assessments

  • Interview (10 min): Short informal conversation with a teacher to understand your child's interests and passions.
  • Group Activity (20 to 30 min): Assessed group activity which measures curiosity and teamwork abilities.
  • Class Learning — Classroom-style task evaluating how pupils follow instructions, engage with learning, and adapt in a structured setting.
Results published:
Early February 2026
From £60/hr
Lessons & Pricing

Our Method

How We Prepare Students

  1. We begin with an initial assessment to identify strengths, gaps, and priority areas. This allows us to tailor preparation from the very first session.

  2. Each student receives a personalised plan aligned with the Perse entrance requirements. Tutors create bespoke lesson content and targeted homework.

  3. Students work through licensed & hand-crafted exam papers, with unlimited online practice tests that replicate the real assessment format, all while tracking performance to ensure steady improvement.

  4. Beyond academic preparation, we prepare students for interviews and group activities, building confidence, clarity of expression and readiness for assessment day.

Many families use online platforms such as Atom for extra practice. These can be useful, but they work best when paired with expert tutoring. Our role is to identify the root cause of mistakes, teach the underlying method, provide written feedback, and guide parents through the entrance process.

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“Richard provided outstanding support preparing our son for the 11+ entrance exams for The Perse and The Leys. He was highly organised, knowledgeable about the exam requirements, and kept us on track with clear communication and deadline reminders. He built great rapport with our son, made sessions engaging, and boosted his confidence with clear explanations and targeted feedback. We highly recommend him for entrance exam preparation.”

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Richard, co-founder Perse, Year 7–13

Richard

Co-founder · Perse Alumni

A-levels in Maths, Further Maths, Computer Science and Economics. 2+ years preparing Perse candidates, at every entry level.

Freddie, co-founder Perse, Year 7–13

Freddie

Co-founder · Perse Alumni

A-levels in Maths, Biology and Chemistry. 2+ years preparing Perse candidates, at every entry level.

Why us

Our background at The Perse

We both joined The Perse in Year 7 and left in Year 13. Seven years inside the school, then 2+ years each guiding families through the exact process your child is about to start.

Entrance Exam Tutors was founded by Richard and Freddie, who each spent seven years at The Perse — Year 7 through to Year 13 — and have 2+ years each preparing candidates since. Both of us teach every Perse entry level. Richard went on to Maths, Further Maths, Computer Science and Economics; Freddie to Maths, Biology and Chemistry.

Because we went through the process ourselves, we bring up-to-date, first-hand knowledge of both the entrance assessments and the culture of the school. We know what the examiners are looking for, how the interview feels, and what it takes to thrive at Perse from day one.

Beyond exam technique, we help students develop the qualities The Perse values most: intellectual curiosity, genuine confidence, valuing one another, and the ability to think independently.

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40+
Students prepared
71%
of our students received Perse offers, 2026
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Parent rating on Google

Planning ahead

Suggested Timeline — 2027/28 for 11+/13+ Entry

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Pricing

Tutoring prices

Two levels, both charged per tutoring hour. Your first lesson is no commitment, there are no contracts, and you can stop any time.

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Everything your child needs for assessment day.

Core

£60/hr

Full preparation for every part of the assessment — taught by a tutor who sat the same exam your child is preparing for.

In person around Cambridge, or online. You travel to your tutor — locations available after consultation.

  • 1:1 weekly tutoring sessions
  • Every tutor is an alumnus of your target school
  • Personalised lesson plans built around the exam format
  • Unlimited online practice papers
  • Full mock exams under timed conditions
  • Interview practice and group activity preparation
  • Score tracking and progress reports
  • Written tutor feedback after every session
  • Parent portal access
  • 20-minute free consultation to get started
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Our most experienced tutors, handling everything.

Signature

£95/hr

Led by one of our five most experienced tutors, who run the entire process from first lesson to offer day. Nothing for you to manage.

Online only — our most experienced tutors teach remotely, wherever you are.

  • Everything in Core
  • Taught by one of our five most experienced tutors — 2+ years each
  • Personal statement writing, drafted and refined with your child
  • Application strategy and school-specific advice
  • We track registration deadlines and paperwork for you
  • Bespoke mock papers written for your child
  • Unlimited mock interviews
  • Monthly 15-minute progress call
  • Founder check-in every term
  • Extracurricular development guidance

Capped at 5 students per tutor

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