Developing confident readers, mathematicians and thinkers who are ready to thrive in selective school assessments and beyond. The Scholars Programme combines strong academic foundations, independent thinking and confident communication to help children succeed at 7+ and flourish long after the assessment is over.
Many leading independent schools assess children during Year 2 for entry into Year 3. Known as the 7+ assessment, this process may include English, Mathematics, Reasoning, interviews and classroom observation activities. For many families, 7+ provides an opportunity to join their preferred school at an earlier stage, often avoiding the increased competition and uncertainty associated with later entry points such as 11+ and 13+.
Success requires more than academic knowledge alone.
Children must be confident readers, capable problem-solvers, effective communicators and independent thinkers.
That is exactly what the Scholars Programme has been designed to develop.
Every family is different, but many parents share a common aspiration: to provide their child with the strongest possible educational foundation.
A successful 7+ application can provide:
By combining strong foundations with intellectual curiosity, confident communication and a genuine love of learning, our Scholars Programme develops confident readers, capable mathematicians, effective communicators and independent thinkers.
Our goal is simple:
To develop young scholars who are prepared not only for assessment day, but for the exciting academic journey that follows.
Building confidence and fluency in arithmetic, fractions, measures, geometry, reasoning and mathematical thinking. Children understand concepts and learn to solve problems, explain their thinking and approach unfamiliar challenges with confidence.
Developing reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, grammar, writing and communication skills. Strong readers become strong learners.
Strengthening verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, logical thinking and problem-solving ability through engaging and carefully structured activities.
Developing confidence, communication, resilience, curiosity and independent thinking through purposeful activities that prepare children for both assessment and life beyond the classroom.
Reading sits at the heart of the Scholars Programme. In August or September, every Scholar participates in our Ten Books Before December Challenge through the Free Readers Scholar Reading Journal.
Children are encouraged to:
Success at 7+ requires more than academic knowledge alone. Children benefit from strong reading habits, thoughtful communication, intellectual curiosity and the confidence to tackle unfamiliar challenges.
Academic success is built upon more than knowledge alone. At Free Readers, we help children develop the confidence, habits and ways of thinking that support success both inside and outside the classroom.
Through purposeful challenge, thoughtful discussion and guided reflection, Scholars learn to
approach learning with curiosity, resilience and independence.
Building confidence in discussion, conversation and self-expression.
Encouraging children to explain ideas, justify opinions and approach challenge positively.
Developing concentration, resilience, careful listening and attention to detail.
Helping children approach assessments calmly, confidently and independently.
The Scholars Programme is suitable for children who:
At Free Readers, we believe education should challenge, inspire and empower.
We help children build strong foundations, think independently and approach learning withΒ confidence and curiosity.
Our goal is not simply to prepare children for an assessment, but to develop young scholars
who are ready to embrace the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
Because success at 7+ is not the destination. It is the beginning of an exciting educational
journey.
A Scholar is a child who approaches learning with confidence, curiosity and independence.
As children progress through the Scholars Programme, they become:
The first step is a consultation and assessment.
We will take the time to understand your aspirations, assess your child's current skills and
recommend the most appropriate pathway for success.
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