What parents say...

“Also can I just say a massive thank you too, Ellie was a bit apprehensive before her first session but when she came home last week she was absolutely buzzing, she loved her time spent there and felt so much happier even after just one session. So thank you, she has been so worried about her exams especially English.”
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“Joshua got his GCSE results today and I just wanted to let you know how he got on. He got an 8 in English Language and a 7 in English Literature, he has always struggled with English and wouldn’t of been able to achieve these amazing grades without yours and Adam’s help, if you could please let him know how Joshua done. So once again thank you for all the work you did with him.” Emily (parent) 2021
Emily EvansparentI Love to Learn Portsmouth
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
“Dear Howard Thank you so much for all these lessons you’ve been giving me!  They really have improved my work at school and now I can put all your help to good use with my SATs.  Thank you so much for everything! From Lewis”
Lewis (student)
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
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
Prezton has done really well and we are very proud of his achievement so thank you all again
Mrs A Laborde
Thank you for your lovely card.  You have helped with my creative writing and vocabulary.  I have grown in confidence and I appreciate your help.
Naomi
Thank you very much for your help and support in helping Tomek achieve his goals in English
Monica (Tomek’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

20th Anniversary Party Portsmouth Centre

A Day to Remember: Celebrating 20 Years of Learning in Southsea

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On Saturday 28th July, we marked a truly special milestone — the 20th anniversary of I Love to Learn! What began in 2005 as a small, family-run tutoring service in Southsea has grown into a thriving community of learners, teachers, and families across Portsmouth, Fareham, and Havant.

We were honoured to celebrate this occasion with so many of you at our Portsmouth Centre. A heartfelt thank you to all the parents, children, tutors, and friends who joined us — your support over the years is what made this celebration possible.

A highlight of the day was the visit from the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Portsmouth, who joined us for cake-cutting, a lively spelling bee, and plenty of fun. Their presence made the event all the more memorable, and we’re incredibly grateful they took the time to support our work with local children.

From the smiling faces of students past and present to the warm conversations with parents and tutors, the day was full of joy and reflection. We had games, refreshments, memory boards, and even a few surprises — all to honour the incredible journey we’ve been on together over the last two decades.

Looking Back on 20 YearsSpelling Bee

When we — Howard and Linda Jones — launched I Love to Learn in 2005, it was with a simple but powerful aim:

  • To help children grow in confidence through learning
  • To support families with integrity
  • And to be honest about what children really need to succeed

We started with just a handful of local students and a big dream. Today, we’re proud to operate three vibrant centres and work with a team of tutors who share our values and passion.

Tutors like Grazia Naylor in Fareham, and David Byrne, Adam Ashworth, and Maxine Burch in Portsmouth bring not only subject expertise but also genuine care and commitment to every child they teach. Their work, and the trust you place in us as parents, is what allows us to keep making a difference.

Our Promise to YouMayor & Mayoress

At I Love to Learn, we remain committed to the principles that got us started: honesty, personalised support, and a deep belief in each child’s potential. We’re not about gimmicks or grand promises — we’re about doing the right thing, one student at a time.

As we celebrate this 20-year milestone, we’re also looking ahead — to continue growing, improving, and helping children become confident, capable learners who can take on the world.

Thank You

Whether your child came to us this year or ten years ago, whether you’ve stayed for a few months or many years — thank you. Your trust and partnership mean everything to us.

And to the Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress of Portsmouth: your presence and kind words were a great encouragement to all who attended. Thank you for helping us mark this milestone with such grace and warmth.

Here’s to the next 20 years of learning and growing together!

With heartfelt thanks,
Howard & Linda Jones
Co-founders, I Love to Learn

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