Expert Private Tuition · Sandbach, Cheshire
Personalised one-to-one tutoring for children up to age 13 — from everyday academic support to specialist preparation for competitive private school entrance exams.
About Mrs. Thomas
Mrs. Thomas brings warmth, experience, and a genuine passion for education to every session. With a deep understanding of how children learn, she tailors each lesson to suit the individual — building confidence alongside academic skill.
Specialising in children up to age 13, Mrs. Thomas has guided many pupils through the competitive world of private school entrance exams, including the 11+ and 13+ Common Entrance examinations set by the Independent Schools Examinations Board (ISEB).
Whether your child needs support with core school subjects or targeted preparation for a selective entry exam, Mrs. Thomas provides a calm, encouraging, and highly effective learning environment.
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From building foundational skills to stretching the most ambitious learners — every session is adapted to where your child is, and where they need to be.
Targeted help with school subjects to strengthen understanding, improve grades, and build lasting classroom confidence.
Expert preparation for the 11+ and 13+ Common Entrance examinations — the gateway to leading independent schools across the UK. Structured, focused, and proven to get results.
Building the habits and mindset for independent learning — covering revision technique, exam confidence, and time management.
Specialist Expertise
The Common Entrance exams, set by the Independent Schools Examinations Board (ISEB), are the primary route into many of the UK's leading independent schools. Mrs. Thomas has specialist knowledge of exactly what these exams demand.
Covering English, Maths, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, plus the ISEB Pre-Test used by many leading prep and senior schools. Preparation tailored to your target school.
The main exam for Year 9 entry to independent senior schools, covering compulsory Maths, English and Science, plus optional subjects including History, Geography and French.
For younger pupils preparing for competitive prep school entry at 7+ or 8+. Building the right foundations early gives children a significant long-term advantage.
For pupils aiming for academic scholarships at selective independent schools, Mrs. Thomas provides targeted stretch work beyond the standard CE curriculum.
Parent & Pupil Referrals
The trust of parents and the success of pupils speaks for itself.
"Mrs. Thomas gave our daughter the confidence she needed to sit her 11+ exams. She went from dreading maths to genuinely enjoying her sessions. She passed into her first-choice school — we couldn't be more grateful."
Parent of pupil, 11+ prep
"Incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and dedicated. Our son's 13+ Common Entrance results exceeded what his school had predicted. Mrs. Thomas has a real gift for explaining difficult concepts in a way that sticks."
Parents of pupil, 13+ Common Entrance
"We started with Mrs. Thomas when our son was struggling at school. Within a term his confidence had transformed and his teachers noticed a real improvement. She's been an incredible support for our whole family."
Parent of pupil, core academic support
"Mrs. Thomas prepared our daughter for the ISEB Pre-Test with such thoroughness. She knew exactly what the schools were looking for and made every session count. We couldn't recommend her more highly."
Parents of pupil, ISEB Pre-Test prep
Get Started
Ready to give your child the support they deserve? Get in touch to discuss your child's needs and arrange a free initial consultation.
Whether you have a specific exam in mind or simply want to explore how tutoring could help, Mrs. Thomas is happy to have an informal chat and answer any questions.