Expert Tutoring for Chester Families — 11+, SATs & GCSE
Whether your child is preparing for a grammar school or independent school entrance exam, working toward Year 6 SATs, or building toward GCSEs, OwlPath provides structured, personalised tutoring backed by a free diagnostic assessment — so you know exactly where your child stands and what to focus on.
Online sessions available now. In-person options by arrangement.
The best starting point for every child is the free assessment — 30 minutes, no cost, and a personalised study roadmap at the end of it.
Tutoring Programmes Available for Chester Students
OwlPath offers tutoring for three exam types for Chester and surrounding area families, with online sessions available now and in-person options by arrangement. The right format — group or one-to-one — is agreed during a free consultation with your child's tutor after the initial assessment.
Looking for national 11+ information? See our 11+ tutoring page.
11+ Tutoring — Chester
Preparation for grammar school and independent school entrance exams for Chester and Cheshire families. Available for Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5 students. Online sessions available now — see below for more on local school options.
SATs Tutoring — Chester
Year 5 and Year 6 support covering Reading, Grammar & Punctuation, Arithmetic and Mathematical Reasoning. Group and one-to-one sessions available online.
GCSE Tutoring — Chester
One-to-one support for Year 9, 10 and 11 students in Mathematics, English and Science online. Focused on grade improvement and exam technique.
11+ Preparation for Chester & Cheshire Families
Chester and the surrounding Cheshire area has a mix of grammar schools and highly selective independent schools, each with their own entrance requirements and exam formats. Unlike some regions where all selective schools use a single coordinated test, Chester's selective schools run their own individual admissions processes — which means preparation needs to be tailored to the specific schools your child is applying to.
The Wirral grammar schools — closer than you think
Many Chester families also consider the Wirral grammar schools as part of their options — Calday Grange Grammar School, West Kirby Grammar School, Wirral Grammar School for Boys and Wirral Grammar School for Girls are all within reasonable distance of Chester and are consistently well-regarded. These schools use the Wirral Admissions Test, provided by Quest Assessments, which tests verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning and mathematics.
OwlPath has strong expertise in Wirral 11+ preparation — including Vocabulary Mastery, a programme built specifically around the Quest Assessments vocabulary list — which makes us well placed to support Chester families considering both local and Wirral options.
How Chester Tutoring Works at OwlPath
Every child's preparation starts with a clear, objective picture of where they are now — so no time is wasted on what they already know and every session targets what actually needs work.
Free Diagnostic Assessment
Your child takes a 30-minute diagnostic assessment covering English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. You receive a score out of 10 in each subject area, a detailed skill breakdown, and a personalised study roadmap — at no cost.
Free Consultation
After the assessment, you'll have a free consultation with one of our tutors to review the results and agree the right approach. This is where the format is confirmed — group or one-to-one, and how frequently to meet.
Personalised Sessions
Weekly 60-minute sessions structured around your child's specific gaps and goals. Small group sessions have a maximum of four students. One-to-one sessions are tailored entirely to your child's pace and learning style.
Track Progress
Parents receive regular updates through the OwlPath parent dashboard — detailed progress insights, upcoming session plans, and a clear view of how your child is improving over time. Quarterly assessments measure progress at structured checkpoints.
Exam Day Confidence
Your child goes into the exam prepared, practised and confident — knowing the material and knowing how to perform under timed conditions.
Why Chester Families Choose OwlPath
- Free diagnostic assessment — know exactly where your child is before spending a penny on tutoring
- Online sessions available now — structured, expert-led tutoring without the need for travel
- Group and one-to-one options — small groups capped at four students; one-to-one for full personalisation
- Qualified, experienced tutors — meet our tutors with specialist experience in 11+, SATs and primary education
- Parent dashboard — transparent, detailed progress tracking so you're always informed
- Quarterly assessments — measurable checkpoints throughout the programme
- Smart Assignments — structured practice between sessions to reinforce learning
- Vocabulary Mastery — our gamified vocabulary programme built around the Quest Assessments vocabulary list, ideal for students preparing for the Wirral 11+
Tutoring Prices
All sessions are 60 minutes, one session per week, across a monthly package of four sessions. Year 5 11+ students can optionally increase to two sessions per week. The right programme and format for your child will be confirmed during your free consultation.
11+ Tutoring — Year 3 (Foundation Course)
| Format | Full Price | Current Price | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Group (max 4) | £90/month | £80/month | 4 sessions |
| Online 1:1 | £130/month | £130/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face Group (max 4) | £100/month | £90/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face 1:1 | £140/month | £130/month | 4 sessions |
11+ Tutoring — Year 4 (Foundation Course)
| Format | Full Price | Current Price | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Group (max 4) | £100/month | £90/month | 4 sessions |
| Online 1:1 | £150/month | £140/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face Group (max 4) | £100/month | £90/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face 1:1 | £160/month | £150/month | 4 sessions |
11+ Tutoring — Year 5 (Advanced Course)
| Format | Full Price | Current Price | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Group (max 4) | £110/month | £100/month | 4 sessions |
| Online 1:1 (1×/week) | £160/month | £150/month | 4 sessions |
| Online 1:1 (2×/week) | £300/month | £280/month | 8 sessions |
| Face-to-Face Group (max 4) | £110/month | £100/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face 1:1 | £170/month | £160/month | 4 sessions |
SATs Tutoring — Year 5 & Year 6
| Format | Full Price | Current Price | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Group (max 4) | £100/month | £90/month | 4 sessions |
| Online 1:1 | £140/month | £130/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face Group (max 4) | £110/month | £100/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face 1:1 | £150/month | £140/month | 4 sessions |
GCSE Tutoring — Year 7, 8 & 9 (Maths, English, Science)
| Format | Full Price | Current Price | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Group (max 4) | £110/month | £100/month | 4 sessions |
| Online 1:1 | £150/month | £140/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face Group (max 4) | £120/month | £110/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face 1:1 | £160/month | £150/month | 4 sessions |
GCSE Tutoring — Year 10 (Maths, English, Science)
| Format | Full Price | Current Price | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Group (max 4) | £120/month | £110/month | 4 sessions |
| Online 1:1 | £160/month | £150/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face Group (max 4) | £130/month | £120/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face 1:1 | £170/month | £160/month | 4 sessions |
GCSE Tutoring — Year 11 (Maths, English, Science)
| Format | Full Price | Current Price | Sessions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Group (max 4) | £120/month | £110/month | 4 sessions |
| Online 1:1 | £170/month | £160/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face Group (max 4) | £130/month | £120/month | 4 sessions |
| Face-to-Face 1:1 | £180/month | £170/month | 4 sessions |
Current prices reflect a limited-time discount from full price. Full pricing details are available on the pricing page. Face-to-face sessions available in Wirral — online sessions available for Chester families now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are online tutoring sessions as effective as in-person sessions?+
Yes — OwlPath's online sessions follow exactly the same structured programme as in-person sessions, with the same 60-minute format, Smart Assignments, parent dashboard access and quarterly assessments. Many families find online sessions easier to fit into busy schedules without the need for travel.
Which grammar schools can Chester students apply to?+
Chester and Cheshire families can apply to local selective and independent schools in the area, as well as the Wirral grammar schools — Calday Grange Grammar School, West Kirby Grammar School, Wirral Grammar School for Boys and Wirral Grammar School for Girls — which are within reasonable distance of Chester. We'd recommend checking the specific admissions requirements for the schools you're considering, as each has its own entrance process.
Do you have experience preparing students for the Wirral 11+?+
Yes — OwlPath has specific expertise in Wirral 11+ preparation, including a dedicated Vocabulary Mastery programme built around the Quest Assessments vocabulary list used in the Wirral Admissions Test. Chester families considering the Wirral grammar schools can benefit from this directly.
How many students are in a group session?+
Group sessions have a maximum of four students, keeping class sizes small enough for each child to receive focused attention while progressing at a productive pace.
What year groups do you cover?+
11+ tutoring is available for Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5. SATs tutoring covers Year 5 and Year 6. GCSE tutoring is available from Year 7 through to Year 11.
What happens after the free assessment?+
After your child completes the 30-minute diagnostic assessment, you'll receive a detailed results report including scores across all four subject areas, a skill breakdown, and a personalised study roadmap. You'll then have a free consultation with a tutor to discuss the results and agree the right programme.
What is included in each tutoring package?+
Every package includes weekly 60-minute sessions, Smart Assignments between sessions, access to OwlPath's learning resources, and a parent dashboard with progress tracking. 11+, SATs and GCSE packages also include quarterly assessments.
Ready to Get Started?
The first step is a free diagnostic assessment — 30 minutes, no cost, and a clear personalised study roadmap at the end of it. From there, a free consultation with your child's tutor confirms the right programme, format and pace.
