This May, we have a whole host of workshops available, for both Kip members and non Kip members! 

  • Kip students: You are able to book any workshops you wish, regardless of the subject you attend Kip for.
  • Please note that in order to receive a refund upon cancellation of a workshop, you must notify Kip McGrath Brentwood no less than 7 days before your workshop is scheduled to take place.
Please click on each workshop to find out more …..

11+ CSSE English Paper Walkthrough Tuesday 28th May 2024 9am-12pm

A great opportunity to go through an entire CSSE English past paper with our expert 11+ specialist – focusing on exam strategy and importantly going through each and every question in the paper to find learning gaps and to learn how to answer each question thoroughly to ensure the most marks are gained. This will be excellent preparation for those sitting the 11+ exam in September!

11+ Maths 3 (Algebra 1) Tuesday 28th May 2024 12:30pm-3:30pm

Our popular Algebra workshop is back this half term! Secondary Maths and 11+ teacher Tom will be leading the first of three algebra workshops for year 5 11+ students. If you want your child to master the topic of algebra in preparation for their exam in September this workshop is for you! Tom will introduce and develop knowledge of algebraic problems and practise answering some questions in the style likely to come up in the 11+ exam.

11+ CSSE Maths Paper Walkthrough Wednesday 29th May 2024 9am-12pm

A great opportunity to go through an entire CSSE Maths past paper with our expert 11+ specialist – focusing on exam strategy and importantly going through each and every question in the paper to find learning gaps and to learn how to answer each question thoroughly to ensure the most marks are gained. This will be excellent preparation for those sitting the 11+ exam in September!

Beginner's Chess Wednesday 29th May 2024 9am-12pm

Robin Slade, the Essex Junior Chess and Brentwood School Chess coach, is back this half term! Robin will be leading a beginners chess workshop which is aimed at complete beginners or those who just know the basics. Robin is kind, patient and extremely knowledgeable about all things chess and this workshop will not only teach a new skill but promises to be lots of fun too! If you have never tried chess before, why not give it a go?

Confident Chess Wednesday 29th May 2024 1pm-4pm

Robin will be leading a workshop aimed at those already confident players who wish to learn some new skills and strategies to take their chess playing to the next level. This promises to be both educational and fun and will involve lots of chess playing too!

11+ FSCE Paper Walkthrough Thursday 30th May 2024 9am-12pm

The FSCE exam requires speed and attention to detail. The children will go through the paper, section by section, with guidance from our 11+ specialist teacher. We will then discuss each question and work on the quickest methods for finding the answers. Timing and exam strategy are key to acing this exam so it is a must-do for any girl hoping to go to Chelmsford County High School for Girls Grammar School.

KS1 Creative English & Maths Minions Theme Morning Friday 31st May 2024 9:30am-12:30pm

Join us for a fun and exciting workshop featuring everyone’s favourite yellow creatures – minions! This 3 hour long workshop will involve fun and interactive English and Maths activities as well as creative arts and crafts and is bound to be lots of fun! Led by our super talented and enthusiastic Key Stage 1 specialist teacher Amie and aimed at children from reception through to year 2.

KS2 Creative English & Maths Minions Theme Day Friday 31st May 2024 10am-3pm

Get ready for an exciting day of learning and fun with our Minion-themed workshop for Key Stage 2 children! The workshop will be led by one of our experienced and enthusiastic Lauren who understands the importance of engaging children in learning whilst making it an enjoyable experience. Children will improve their English and Maths skills in fun ways, all withint the context of their favourite little yellow creatures, the Minions. Don’t miss out on this Minion-tastic experience! Led by Lauren and suitable for years 3-6.

Book your space below!

Emmett had a great time with Evelyn on the course and in his words he said "I loved it mum"