What parents say...

GCSE Maths
Alex says ” I learned more in three months than my whole time in the maths classroom at school. I went from dreading it to feeling much better about being there.” This Summer he was overjoyed to find that he had gone from a Grade 2 in his mocks up to a Grade 4 (C) pass in his final exam.  
Alex
Thank you for all your support with our son, Thomas. His hand writing, spelling, maths and reading is progressing beautifully. I would highly recommend your setting to anyone who wishes to give their child a boost or to work on specific learning goals. It has been invaluable. All your tutors are warm, welcoming and professional and Thomas is always made to feel valued. Positive praise and lots of stickers, stamps, rewards, prizes and certificates give that extra special touch to reward and recognise the children’s efforts. Thomas is certainly always proud of his achievements from your centre.
Laura (Thomas’s mum)
I was told at school that Harrison had fallen about 2 years behind in reading, writing and spelling. Harrison took to it straight away.  He has made fantastic progress and is meeting all his targets.  He loves the points and prizes that he collects for working so he comes out buzzing after every session!
Mrs S McGee
Firstly, I would like to thank yourselves and your staff for all your help and dedication to helping my daughter Saoirse with her maths.  She has shown an improvement with her confidence at attempting to handle the mathematics she is give by her school.  And I feel this is due to the staff at your centre, she had a very rough year in Year 4, with her very unsympathetic teacher and you all helped her through that.  For that I’m very grateful.
Mrs R Wall
“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
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
“We also had a parent’s meeting at his school earlier this week.  I am pleased to say that his maths teacher was very impressed with not only his work, but also his attitude toward it.  I can only say that this is because of the wonderful service you and your colleagues have given.  Thank you so much for this.  Ellis is really enjoying his time with you and also seeing how well he is doing and this has resulted in a positive attitude towards learning.” James (parent) 2021
James Hannon
Prezton has done really well and we are very proud of his achievement so thank you all again
Mrs A Laborde
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
Private maths tutoring in Portsmouth , I Love To Learn is a professional education centre for 6-16 year olds. Great for SATs, 11+ or GCSE and all abilities.

“The GCSE Maths Tutors Are Great.”

T’anna came to us as her mum had seen us on Facebook and decided to call.  T’anna, now in year 10, had always struggled with her maths.   In four short months however, she has improved so much that, the school want to put her up for the Higher GCSE paper!!  Kerry, T’anna’s mum says ” She has come on leaps and bounds, I am so pleased with the progress. The tutors are great! It’s a convenient location and the assessment is easy to arrange.”

Kerry RobertsonParents

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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Session Times

Daytime

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9:30 – 10:30 9:30 – 10:30 9:30 – 10:30 9:30 – 10:30
10:30 – 11:30 10:30 – 11:30 10:30 – 11:30 10:30 – 11:30
 11:45 – 12:45  11:45 – 12:45  11:45 – 12:45  11:45 – 12:45    

After School & Saturdays

Mon Tue Wed Thurs Fri  Sat
3.55-5.15 3.55-5.15 3.55-5.15 3.55-5.15 9-10.20
5.25-6.45 5.25-6.45 5.25-6.45 5.25-6.45 10.30-11.50
           

Meet the Tutors


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.


 

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.


Izzy

Izzy Scales

Izzy is a talented and engaging tutor who has been part of I Love to Learn since our early years. After a break to raise her family, we were delighted to welcome her back—her calm, intelligent approach and deep understanding of how children learn make her a highly valued member of our team. Izzy teaches maths and English with clarity, warmth, and a great sense of balance—she knows just when to step in with support or challenge. Offering daytime tuition as well as after school, her sessions leave children feeling confident, capable, and eager to keep learning.


Cindy Wellings

Cindy is a kind and experienced tutor with over 10 years of teaching at secondary school level. She has led her own department and taught English, Media, Creative iMedia and ICT. Now tutoring at I Love To Learn, Cindy enjoys providing personalised support to help her students make strong progress. She is known for her thorough planning, dedication, and enthusiastic approach. Outside of teaching, Cindy loves going to the cinema and the theatre, spending time with her loved ones, and keeping up her passion of dance.  


Stephanie Bailey-Green

Steph is a dedicated and highly skilled tutor with extensive experience in education, including particular expertise in Early Years. She has a strong understanding of child development and the foundations of early learning, enabling her to create engaging, structured sessions. Now tutoring at I Love To Learn, Steph is recognised for her calm, nurturing approach, clear communication, and high expectations, ensuring that every child feels supported, motivated, and able to thrive. In her spare time, Steph enjoys practising pilates, walking her Jack Russell and looking after her grandaughter.


Moh Aziz Ahmed

Punctual and hard-working, Moh has a strong subject knowledge, and is particularly skilled in Key Stage 3 and GCSE Mathematics, where he demonstrates confidence, accuracy and clear explanations. He approaches his work with professionalism and consistency, making him a valuable addition to the team. Moh loves sport, including football (he is a keen Manchester United fan), cricket and badminton. He is a family man, with three children who are his world, and he enjoys gardening in the summer!


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 tuition Our 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 mind I 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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