Rivacre Brook
School summary
Rivacre Brook is among the smallest independent schools a family might consider, with just 19 pupils on roll in Ellesmere Port. A setting of this scale offers a deeply personal education, where each child is known individually and teaching can adapt closely to the pace and interests of the few. The school is mixed, non-denominational and led by Mrs Caroline McPoland. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
Where every mark matters.
Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
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Teaching & academics
Entry is at age 11, with an 11+ assessment forming part of the admissions process. With so small a roll, classes are necessarily intimate, allowing close attention to individual progress.
Head · Mrs Caroline McPoland
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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A tiny independent school for families who value a close-knit, highly personal environment over the scale and breadth of a larger setting.
That’s where Passmate comes in. Tutoring is the most effective thing in a child’s preparation - a well-tutored child can outperform the vast majority of their peers. Passmate works alongside your tutor, not instead of them: it learns how your child thinks, finds the gaps, and shows the tutor exactly where to spend each session - so the limited time you have lands on what actually decides a place.
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Rivacre Brook 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.