What parents say...

Alex had been tested in Year 4 for dyslexia and he came out mildly dyslexic for spelling.  He has a poor short term memory, and we were concerned about him going to Senior School with these problems. Alex started off a bit ‘anti’, but now he agrees that his writing is better and the improvement has been commented on by teachers.  We are so pleased he is getting professional help, and are especially pleased that he now see the benefit and is self-motivated. He now is now asking for help with his Maths too!
Mrs D Wilson
“I would just like to say I have nothing but praise for I Love to Learn and all the tutors, not only has Dottie already improved with her maths work in the time she has been there but her confidence is so much better too. I want to thank you all so much, she has absolutely loved it, and without a doubt I would not hesitate in bringing her back.” Kayleigh (parent) 2021
Kayleigh Nutbeamparent
We were super happy with your approach and B settled in so well. She looked forward to the tutoring and got a lot out of the sessions. Without a doubt her confidence has grown and I wouldn’t hesitate to use I Love to Learn again in the future. Many thanks, Cat
We are Super Happy!
Albie
Albie had been diagnosed with mild dyslexia and his reading age was around 2 years behind!  The standard in private school is often higher, so we were worried about the Entrance Exams.  Soon after he enrolled he started making rapid progress.  The school say he is now Level  5 in literacy and the teacher can see a lot of difference.  His reading age has shot up and the gaps in maths have been filled in and he has caught up amazingly quickly. It has definitely, definitely made a difference and I have recommended the centre to my friends.
Jilly (Albie’s Mum)
At the time of writing this testimonial, my daughter has had only 5 sessions and her confidence and ability has increased significantly!  (Now) she talks of enjoying maths and of her abilities in maths instead of her inabilities, participates more in maths lessons at school and is keen to do her maths homework, both from school and from the sessions.  As a parent I am thrilled that her confidence has grown significantly and would recommend I Love to Learn without hesitation.
S BondParentPortsmouth
Happygirls
“Our children have enjoyed their time at your tuition centre very much, and my wife and I have been incredibly impressed with your professional approach to tuition. Thank you so much for all you have done in making our kids feel comfortable, cared for and safe.” Mr Usuanlele.
Mr UsuanleleParent
Thank you both so much for all the support you have give our Darcey.  she really has grown in her confidence with her maths and you have defo given her the foundations to grow.  She is very excited about starting senior school in September and I am sure we will be back in the future for more support for her or her younger sister.  Big, big hugs.
Heidi & Lee
I would like to thank you for the enthusiastic way in which you have helped Vicky gain confidence in her abilities to learn.  She has been a different child since coming to you and has a more positive view now!
Vicky's Parents
She loves coming, and sees that it helps her at school.  Her scores are going up all the time and recently she got three class awards in three weeks, she says this is ‘Thanks to you.
Mrs C Walker
We brought him to the centre in Year 6 because he just had no idea about maths.  This year won the ‘Most Improved in Maths’ certificate for his year.  He also came top of his class in 2 out of 3 maths exams.  Coming to here is the best thing we ever did!
Mr S White

How It Works Portsmouth

OUR PORTSMOUTH TUITION CENTRE

That’s why we take time to build secure foundations to help each child progress.

We offer

  • A FREE Assessment
  • Qualified and experienced teachers with the passion to meet your child’s needs
  • A detailed individual lesson, planned weekly
  • One-to-one tuition in a small group setting
  • Motivational rewards and the chance to excel
  • A choice of tuition times to fit in with other commitments
  • An OFSTED registered childcare centre for peace of mind
  •  Homework help
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Meet the Tutors


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David Byrne

David is the Centre Manager at I Love to Learn Portsmouth and has been part of the team since 2017. A qualified primary teacher and CELTA-certified English language teacher, David brings a strong mix of classroom experience, subject knowledge, and adaptability. He tutors students of all ages and abilities — from primary, to 11+ candidates, to those tackling secondary school maths — and has a particular strength in higher level GCSE maths. David leads the centre with energy, organisation, and a clear focus on helping every child make real progress. He’s a valued and longstanding member of the team. Outside of tutoring, David supports Liverpool Football Club and enjoys walking, cooking, and running escape rooms.


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Adam Ashworth

Adam is a very friendly and dedicated secondary school teacher. He has helped many students with their GCSEs in a number of subjects. He has worked in Portsmouth and Stubbington schools for 12 years. Adam is a sport lover who mainly plays hockey (although not so much now), tennis and cricket.

“I like the calm focused atmosphere at I Love to Learn. I really enjoy getting to know students and helping them make progress.”


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Maxine Burch

Maxine is a kind, experienced teacher who brings a calm and thoughtful approach to every tutoring session. With a wealth of experience both in UK classrooms and abroad—including teaching in Australia—she has supported children across the full primary age range. Maxine is known for her careful planning and close attention to each child’s progress, helping students build both skills and confidence. She now enjoys tutoring at I Love to Learn, where her dedication and care make a real difference. Outside of teaching, Maxine enjoys gardening, salsa, the theatre and looking after her pet rabbits.


We offer a FREE educational assessment. We assess your child’s ability, so that we may provide you with honest feedback about strengths as well as areas of concern. During feedback, we will also explain our tuition methods to you. This is a great opportunity for you and your child to meet us, see how much we also love to learn, and ask any questions before deciding whether to enrol your child.

quality tuitionOur tutoring consists of one-to-one tuition in a small group with a qualified teacher. They will  explain the work to your child (and not just plough through worksheets). They will give your child some work that they can do to help their confidence grow.

In addition, we provide dyslexia tuition which aims to support children struggling with reading and spelling. We also understand that the Common Entrance exam process can be daunting for learners and their parents alike. Information about your child’s current attainment, gleaned from the assessment process, is used to design a programme that will improve your child’s exam success. We want to assure you of our excellent record in this area. Please contact us today for a free assessment.

Registered with OFSTED

Tuition with peace of mindI Love to Learn is registered with the OFSTED ( No. EY2807143), and adhere to strict regulations with regard to the recruitment and vetting of staff. This will provide you with peace of mind when you send your child for Maths tuition, 11 Plus tutoring, or extra lessons in literacy skills as your child will receive the best possible teaching from experienced, qualified teachers. An additional benefit of choosing us is that you can pay for our services with childcare vouchers and wftc.

Click here for a link to our OFSTED registration…

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After School Tuition Times

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3.55-5.15pm 3.55-5.15pm 3.55-5.15pm 3.55-5.15pm 9-10.20am
5.25-6.45pm 5.25-6.45pm 5.25-6.45pm 5.25-6.45pm 10.30-11.50 am
           

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