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Hi, I’m Jen! Welcome to my website — thanks for stopping by!

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Have you downloaded your FREE CSSE 11+ Starter Guide yet? If not, click here to grab your copy today — it's the perfect first step on your 11+ journey.

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In case you’re wondering, my world revolves around three main loves:  Friends (the TV show), dogs, and baking NYC-style chocolate chip cookies! But my real passion? Educating children.


Even back in the days before smartphones and self-checkouts (anyone else remember life back then?!), when I was stuck in various boring corporate jobs, I always knew education was where I truly belonged.

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So — just like Rachel Green leaving Central Perk to chase her fashion dreams — I followed my heart.


I retrained as a primary teacher and graduated from the University of Cambridge with a PGCE in Primary Education in 2010. What followed were thirteen fun, frantic, and fulfilling years in Essex classrooms, mostly teaching Years 5 & 6 — right where the 11+ action happens!

Eventually, though, the ever-growing demands of the profession weren’t quite compatible with the kind of life I wanted to live. So I left behind the endless staff meetings and the pressure of Ofsted to build something different — a way of teaching that puts children’s thinking processes front and centre.

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You can take the girl out of Essex…


Although I now live in Hertfordshire, I spent most of my life in Essex and even went to grammar school myself (Southend High School for Girls) — right around the time Ross & Rachel were on a break...

Over the years, I’ve gained a deep understanding of the CSSE 11+ exam. So it made perfect sense to make this the focus of my education business: Learn With Jen.

I help Essex children navigate the 11+ journey with confidence using my signature PREPARE method. It blends my classroom expertise with the flexibility and personalisation that traditional schools and tutors often can’t provide.

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While some tutors rely on repetitive drilling and a myriad of practice papers (which can fuel anxiety without improving understanding), my approach is different.

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The PREPARE method brings together:
✅ Personalised assessment
✅ Responsive planning
✅ Engaging materials
✅ Positive reinforcement
✅ Adaptive techniques
✅ Regular feedback
✅ Emotional support​

The result? Children who not only achieve excellent results, but who actually feel ready for the exam — calm, confident, and often enjoying learning for the first time in years.

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This isn’t just about passing a test. It’s about helping children feel smart, seen, and capable.

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Want to find out how I can support your child’s 11+ journey?


Click here to drop me an email — I’d love to hear from you.

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