11 Plus Creative Writing
April 2026 Bootcamp
for Year 4 & Year 5
We designed this bootcamp to give your child the writing edge they need for the 11+ exam. We teach proven creative writing frameworks, exam-ready techniques, and timed writing practice — because we know exactly what CSSE and FSCE examiners reward.
Ted
• Bootcamp Director
Join the 11+ Creative Writing Intensive Success Programme
We're only taking 30 students — limited seats
- 4 hours of intensive, expert-led training delivered by our specialist teaching team
- Pre-workshop writing assessment — personally reviewed
- Personalised feedback on every piece your child writes
- Google Classroom access & take-home materials
- 3 dedicated tutors per cohort
- CSSE, FSCE, GL & CEM exam-aligned curriculum
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Creative English for Year 4 & Year 5
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28 & 29 March 2026 — Fully booked. Exam-focused problem solving & timed practice.
Eleven Ace 11 Plus Testimonials & Reviews
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Mock tests from Eleven Ace really helped my son to clear the 11 plus with flying colours.
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Most Students We Work With Lose Marks Because They Can't Structure Writing Under Pressure
Creative writing carries significant weight in the 11+ exam, yet it's where most students underperform. In our experience, the issue isn't imagination — it's the absence of a clear framework for organising ideas under timed conditions. Here's what we see again and again:
No Story StructureStudents jump straight into writing without planning, leading to disorganised narratives.
Weak Openings & EndingsWe see generic beginnings and rushed conclusions that cost marks every time.
Limited VocabularyStudents come to us with repetitive word choices and flat descriptions, missing key literary techniques.
Time PanicThey freeze or rush because they've never practised under real exam conditions.
Three Specialists.
One Shared Mission.
At Eleven Ace, we handpick every tutor for their depth of expertise in 11+ creative writing for CSSE and FSCE examinations. Our teaching team brings together complementary specialisms — and together, we designed this programme from the ground up. When your child is with us, they have three invested professionals in their corner.
Ted personally designs the curriculum, leads sessions, and reviews every student's progress. He breaks complex writing techniques into simple, actionable steps your child can use immediately.
Latha is our creative writing specialist. She focuses on vocabulary, show-don't-tell, sensory language, and helping students craft stories that stand out from the crowd.
Rajshree provides one-on-one support during exercises. She works alongside Ted with students who need extra guidance, making sure no child is left behind.
Why We Built This Programme
Here's what we guarantee when you trust us with your child's preparation.
100% Exam-Focused
We've built every exercise, prompt, and technique around what CSSE and FSCE examiners specifically look for. Your child learns to write what scores marks.
£15 for 4 Hours
Most 11+ sessions cost £40–£80/hr. We deliver 4 hours of expert tuition for £15 total — including assessment, feedback, and take-home materials.
Active Cohort
We cap it at 30 students with 3 dedicated tutors. Every child gets individual feedback, personal guidance, and attention to their specific weaknesses.
A High-Intensity Jumpstart
While mastery is a marathon, these sessions provide a high-intensity jumpstart. We help students identify their own writing habits and provide them with concrete, actionable steps to elevate their prose. It's about giving them the roadmap and the first few tools they need to navigate the 11-plus journey successfully.
From Uncertain Writer to Equipped Storyteller
We equip uncertain writers with the specific techniques and confidence they need to begin their journey toward becoming exam-ready storytellers. Here's what that shift looks like in practice:
Before the Programme
No clear structure or planning habit
Struggles to start stories under timed pressure
Repetitive vocabulary and flat descriptions
Doesn't know what examiners are looking for
Blank page anxiety and low writing confidence
Weak openings and rushed, inconclusive endings
After the Programme
A reliable story framework — beginning, middle, end — every time
Plans a full story structure in under five minutes
Uses show-don't-tell, power verbs, and sensory language
Understands and writes to CSSE & FSCE criteria
A game plan for exam day — calm and prepared
Strong, memorable openings with purposeful endings
This isn't generic writing tutoring. It's our targeted, exam-specific intervention. Your child leaves with proven techniques they can apply immediately in every practice paper going forward.
How We've Built This for 11+ Success
Every element of our bootcamp is designed to maximise your child's creative writing score.
Exam Relevant
We've built the curriculum around CSSE and FSCE formats. Every exercise we set mirrors what students face on exam day.
- Aligned to CSSE & FSCE requirements
- Updated for 2026 exam patterns
- Prompts from real past exam themes
Step-by-Step Framework
Across two intensive sessions, we introduce students to high-impact linguistic devices, helping them identify the specific tools needed to elevate their writing from 'good' toward 'exceptional'.
- 5-minute story planning method
- Guided writing with live feedback
- Full timed exam simulation
Proven Outcomes
We deliver measurable improvement in writing clarity, structure, and confidence after just two sessions.
- Improved structure and flow
- Expanded vocabulary range
- Take-home practice resources
Ready to enrol? Secure your child's spot now — limited places available.
Click Here to Enrol NowWe Run Everything Through Google Classroom
We keep all materials, homework, feedback, and communication in one familiar place. Accessible from any device.
Materials & ResourcesWe share lesson slides, vocabulary banks, and writing guides before each session.
Homework SubmissionStudents upload work directly — no printing or scanning required.
Personalised FeedbackWe give detailed individual comments with specific improvement points.
Bonus ExercisesWe provide practice worksheets available long after the bootcamp ends.
The Pre-Workshop Writing Assessment
Before Session 1, we ask every enrolled student to complete a short writing task. This isn't homework for homework's sake — it's how we make sure every child gets genuinely personalised teaching from the very first minute.
A short creative writing prompt sent via Google Classroom after enrolment. Takes around 15–20 minutes. No preparation needed — we want to see your child's natural starting point.
They write and upload their response before the first session on Saturday. It's a simple process through Google Classroom — accessible on any device.
Our teaching team reads every submission before Day 1. We use these to assess current level, identify specific strengths and weaknesses, and tailor our teaching to the group — and to each child.
Why This Matters
The pre-work gives our team critical insight before day one:
- Assess current writing level
- Identify specific weaknesses
- Tailor exercises to the group
- Deliver personalised feedback
- Maximise the 4-hour window
Here's What We've Planned for the 2 Days
On Day 1, we build foundations. On Day 2, we pressure-test under exam conditions.
Day 1 – Foundations
Saturday, 25th April 2026Common mistakes and how this bootcamp fixes them.
The framework that turns any prompt into a structured narrative.
Show vs Tell, power verbs, sensory language, and strong openings.
Write a full piece with live tutor support and feedback.
Self-editing checklist and overnight homework via Google Classroom.
Day 2 – Exam Mastery
Sunday, 26th April 2026Analyse what makes a high-scoring answer effective.
Letters, diary entries, descriptive essays, and narrative pieces.
Tension, suspense, powerful endings, and effective dialogue.
Full exam conditions — no tutor help, just like the real 11+.
Takeaways, practice plan, and parent Q&A with all tutors.
Don't Miss Out — Book Your Child's Spot with Us
We only have 30 places. Let us help your child build real, exam-ready creative writing skills — all for just £15.
