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!
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)
Dylan had always struggled with very poor handwriting. After only a few months teachers can now read his writing and he feels more confident. His coordination problems have been recognised “Thanks to your suggestion,” and this has helped at school. It has made a big difference to his schooling as he enjoys it much more now.
Samantha WildingParentPortsmouth
“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
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
“I Love to Learn really helped me prepare for my entrance exam. I give I Love to Learn 10/10. I Love to Learn helped me understand pie charts, algebra and story writing. I enjoyed coming to I Love to Learn and would love to come back in the future.”
-Ollie, Student in Portsmouth
Thank you so much for helping me with my maths! I have come along much more in maths lessons at school! Hopefully, depending on whether I need help when I go to Secondary School I might come back again. (I hope so) Thank you again. Madison.
Mrs H Breen
She is a quiet girl and I was concerned that her poor spelling was not being corrected. When she saw the progress Bella was making in such a short time, I enrolled her for Maths as well! It has transformed her thinking and she now has the self-esteem to ask questions in both numeracy and literacy.
Ms R Temple
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
“Thanks for all your hard work with Rebecca Kivlin. She has started Milton Cross this week. Rebecca is in the top set for maths and science, and the second group for everything else. Without coming to Love to Learn she would never have achieved this. Thanks”
Julie Powell
20th Anniversary Party Portsmouth Centre
A Day to Remember: Celebrating 20 Years of Learning in Southsea
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 Years
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 You
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
