A realistic selective-school route from Salford
Salford does not operate one shared local grammar-school examination. Families may instead consider Trafford grammar schools or distinct independent-school entrance routes, so preparation should begin with the child’s target schools and current level rather than a generic paper bundle.
Coach Dean provides independent preparation and is not affiliated with any school or admissions authority.
11+ support across Salford communities
Online lessons support families in Salford, Eccles, Worsley, Walkden, Swinton, Monton, Irlam, Little Hulton and surrounding communities without requiring weekly travel to Trafford.
What the assessment checks
The starting assessment looks at accuracy, method, vocabulary, comprehension, reasoning familiarity, timing and confidence.
- KS2 Maths fluency
- Reading comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Verbal reasoning
- Non-verbal reasoning
- Timed accuracy
Maths and English before speed
Pupils first repair gaps in Maths and English. Timed work is added after the underlying method is secure, and mistakes become correction tasks rather than discarded scores.
A route parents can follow
Parents receive a clear next step: foundation work, a standard Year 5 route, an accelerated route or targeted subject intervention before full 11+ preparation.
Online preparation with parent feedback
Lessons are online-only and combine direct teaching, guided examples, independent practice, timed assignments, corrections and parent-informed progress updates.