Kerem Secondary School Offers and Scholarships 2023 and 2024

We are extremely proud of the high degree of success our children have in securing offers and scholarships for their preferred secondary schools.  

Entrance Exam Preparation at Kerem:

11+ Preparation

Pupils from Kerem move onto a range of selective and non-selective, Jewish and non Jewish schools. 

We pride ourselves in working closely with our parents and pupils to ensure each child secures a place in the secondary school that is the best fit for their personality, abilities and interests.  

We have a strong programme of support for those who wish to pass the examinations and interviews for independent selective secondary schools at 11+ which is outlined below.

Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning:

• Pupils begin verbal reasoning lessons in Year 4, as part of 11+ preparation.
• They are introduced to different types of questions and taught strategies for answering them.
• The first formal verbal reasoning assessment takes place in the summer term.

• In Year 5, non-verbal reasoning lessons begin, introducing pupils to various question styles and strategies.
• Results from these assessments are shared with parents from the summer of Year 4 onwards.

Exam & Interview Preparation:

• In the Spring of Year 5, formal exam preparation begins in earnest.
• A second qualified teacher, Mrs. Sharman, joins the Year 5 team to split the class into smaller groups.
• Teaching groups are organised based on current attainment and the type of entrance exams pupils will be taking.
• Pupils not sitting entrance exams are placed in groups that match their attainment level but won’t focus on excessive exam practice.
• Pupils are given support with interview techniques through sessions with the class teacher, Mrs. Sharman and an external interview specialist. 

11+ Preparation Club:

• Pupils can attend an optional 11+ preparation club, which starts in the January of Year 5 and runs for 3 terms.

Please see our assessment page www.keremschool.co.uk/assessment/ for full details of assessments, reporting and parents' evenings 

Support for Parents in the Secondary Transfer Process

Kerem School prides itself on providing comprehensive support to parents throughout the secondary transfer process, which has contributed to the high success rates of pupils in securing places at their chosen schools.

Understanding the Process

• All parents are invited to a meeting where the entire secondary school application process (state and independent) is explained.
• This session offers you detailed guidance to ensure you understand the secondary school transfer process and where your child fits within it.
• We are always available to assist with any part of the application process that you find unclear.

Future Schools Support and Information:

• Year 4 and Year 5 parents are invited to attend a secondary school fair in the Summer Term.
• Representatives from a wide range of independent selective schools attend to speak with parents and answer questions, highlighting Kerem's strong reputation among independent schools.

Year 5: Spring Term Parents' Evening

• Parents have an extended 30-minute meeting with the class teacher, Mrs. Sharman and Ms Simon focusing on:
  • Reviewing your child’s recent academic performance.
  • Discussing potential secondary schools 
  • Offering guidance on any additional work needed to increase the chances of success in entrance exams