11+ English Preparation
An Innovative Approach Through Football
Transform your child's exam preparation with our unique football-based learning method.
“I almost feel like I’m Jamie Johnson now”
Jude Bellingham
Mark Bailey
Director of Education
Expert Tuition
Associate Lecturer in English at University College London’s (UCL) Institute of Education, ranked Number 1 in the world for education.
English teaching qualifications from the University of Cambridge and a Master’s degree from UCL. Extensive experience working in football and has taught players from the Premier League and La Liga, and coached the president of FC Barcelona.
Study Materials Based On The Best-Selling Jamie Johnson Series
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Unlock Academic Success Through Soccer
Our Soccer Reader Method® doesn't just make 11+ prep engaging—it transforms it. By connecting English skills to the beautiful game, we tap into your child's natural enthusiasm for football to develop a habit of reading and to build essential vocabulary and SPaG (Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar) foundations. The result? Confident young writers and readers who excel in their exams and develop a genuine love for learning.
This approach turns traditional 11+ preparation into an exciting journey where every language skill gained is like scoring a goal, keeping students motivated and focused on success.
✓ Improves comprehension
✓ Boosts confidence
✓ Increases motivation to read
✓ Boosts writing skills
✓ Expands vocabulary
✓ Builds grammatical accuracy
Benefits for Learners
Benefits for Parents
✓ Regular progress reports
✓ Measurable data
✓ Proven materials
✓ Your location – home or public space
✓ 1-to-1 or with a friend
✓ Face-to-face or online
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“Reading about football is proper reading!”
Watch author Dan Freedman talking at a school assembly about Jamie Johnson and how it can help reading and writing.