Excel Academy Tuition Centre

Years 3–6

Key Stage 2

Build strong foundations in Maths and English throughout Years 3 to 6.

Key Stage 2 lessons at Excel Academy

What students learn

  • Mathematics
  • English
  • Reading comprehension
  • Writing
  • Spelling, punctuation and grammar
  • SATs preparation

Learning outcomes

  • Secure core number and literacy skills
  • Develop confidence in class
  • Prepare effectively for SATs
  • Build independent study habits

Live site syllabus

Syllabus we cover

Key Stage 2 follows the live Excel Academy structure for Years 3 to 6, focusing on Maths and English foundations.

Year 3

Maths

  • Place value up to 1,000
  • Addition and subtraction with 3-digit numbers
  • Multiplication and division including 3, 4 and 8 times tables
  • Fractions including halves, quarters, thirds and equivalence
  • Measurement: length, mass, capacity, time and money
  • Geometry: 2D and 3D shapes, angles, symmetry and perimeter
  • Statistics: pictograms, bar charts and tables

English

  • Reading comprehension, inference and vocabulary building
  • Narratives, letters, reports and paragraph writing
  • Grammar including conjunctions, adverbs, adjectives and tenses
  • Spelling with prefixes, suffixes, homophones and common rules
  • Speaking and listening through presentations and drama

Year 4

Maths

  • Place value up to 10,000
  • Addition and subtraction with 4-digit numbers
  • Times tables up to 12 × 12 and formal written methods
  • Fractions and decimals including tenths and hundredths
  • Geometry: area, perimeter, position, direction, symmetry and angles
  • Measurement including time, money and conversions
  • Statistics using charts and graphs

English

  • Fiction, poetry and non-fiction reading with inference and prediction
  • Setting descriptions, diary entries and persuasive writing
  • Grammar including fronted adverbials, expanded noun phrases and tense control
  • Plural rules and possessive apostrophes
  • Speaking and listening through debates and role-play

Year 5

Maths

  • Place value up to 1,000,000
  • Multi-step addition and subtraction problems
  • Long multiplication and long division
  • Fractions, decimals and percentages including improper fractions and mixed numbers
  • Geometry: angles, translation, reflection, perimeter, area and volume
  • Measurement conversions and time problems
  • Statistics using line graphs and tables

English

  • Advanced comprehension, summarising, themes and figurative language
  • Stories with dialogue, persuasive speeches and non-chronological reports
  • Grammar including relative clauses, modal verbs and cohesion
  • Silent letters, hyphenated words and tricky homophones
  • Formal presentations and group discussions

Year 6

Maths

  • Place value up to 10,000,000
  • Complex problems using all four operations
  • Fractions, decimals, percentages, ratio and proportion
  • Algebra including simple formulae and sequences
  • Geometry: polygons, circles, 3D nets and coordinates
  • Measurement including area, perimeter, volume and conversions
  • Statistics including pie charts, line graphs and mean average

English

  • Analysing themes, bias, author viewpoint and comparing texts
  • Balanced arguments, formal reports, poetry and narrative techniques
  • Grammar including passive voice, subjunctive and advanced punctuation
  • Statutory Year 5 and Year 6 spellings
  • Formal debates and persuasive presentations

Schedule and fees

DayTimeFormat
Monday to Friday5:30–7:30 pmSmall group at our Harrow centre
Sunday12–2 pmSmall group at our Harrow centre
Flexible1 hourOne-to-one, at the centre or online

Small group

£35 for 2 hours (Maths & English)

One-to-one / online

£30 for 1 hour

Centre hours are Monday to Friday 3:30–7:30 pm, Saturday 10 am–6 pm and Sunday 12–4 pm. A £25 registration fee applies, with 10% off blocks of 10 lessons and 15% off whole-year bookings. See the full fees and schedule.

How to enrol

  1. 1

    Book a free assessment

    Tell us about your child's year group and current progress. We arrange a short Key Stage 2 assessment in Maths, English or the relevant subject.

  2. 2

    Review the results together

    We discuss strengths, gaps and targets with you, then recommend small-group or one-to-one tuition and the most suitable weekly slot.

  3. 3

    Register your place

    Complete registration with learner and contact details. A one-off £25 registration fee applies and places depend on assessment and availability.

  4. 4

    Start lessons and track progress

    Lessons begin at the agreed time each week. You receive regular feedback and progress updates, and can speak with tutors directly.

Book a free assessmentCall +44 (0) 20 3602 9407

How tuition works

Students can learn in supportive small groups or through individual tuition. Lessons follow clear objectives, guided practice and regular feedback. Academic courses cover the relevant National Curriculum and OCR, Edexcel, AQA or Cambridge requirements where applicable.