“We had planned to stop the tutoring after the 11+ exam, but with the next lockdown and more disruption to her education, we quickly relented when she literally begged us to continue going! The sessions are adjusted to her needs and she describes them as ‘really fun’ and she likes it that the work is specific to her level and much more individualised than the class work at school.”
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
Session Times
Daytime
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thurs | Fri | |
| 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 | 4:30 – 5:50 | 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.
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.”
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 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.
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
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Corporate Member of The Tutors’ Association
