Fenella

11+ and 13+ Admissions, Maths, Verbal Reasoning

A Cambridge-trained prep school teacher and senior leader with 18 years at a leading London prep school, Fenella specialises in 11+ and 13+ entry, Maths and Verbal Reasoning.

Fenella

Fenella holds a BA (Hons) in History from Royal Holloway, University of London and a PGCE from the University of Cambridge. She spent 18 years at a leading London prep school, where as a senior leader she oversaw 11+ preparation for Year 6 and the academic performance and wellbeing of pupils in Years 5 to 8.

Fenella prepares pupils for entry to London day schools and boarding schools at 11+ and 13+, including pre-tests and 13+ Common Entrance. She teaches Mathematics from Key Stage 2 to Key Stage 3, especially Years 5 to 8, and Verbal Reasoning, and her earlier years as a form teacher for Years 3 to 5 give her a strong grasp of the primary foundations.

Her teaching is calm, structured and responsive, securing understanding of the curriculum before building the precision and exam technique needed for assessments, and helping pupils become more assured, enthusiastic learners.

Areas of Expertise

  • 11+ and 13+ independent school admissions
  • Pre-tests and 13+ Common Entrance
  • Mathematics from KS2 to KS3
  • Verbal Reasoning
  • Prep school transition and wellbeing

Positions Held

  • Senior Leader and Teacher – Leading London prep school (18 years)
  • Form Teacher, Years 3–5

Qualifications

  • PGCE – University of Cambridge
  • BA (Hons) History – Royal Holloway, University of London