Who I support
Tutoring that builds confidence — and real understanding
- Children who find maths confusing or stressful
- Dyscalculia (diagnosed or suspected)
- Maths anxiety / low confidence
- Gaps in number sense, times tables, problem solving
- Home educated learners and children needing support alongside school
What happens in a session
A gentle start
We begin with what your child can already do, so they feel capable from the start.
Hands on learning that makes maths “make sense”
I use games, manipulatives and visual models (Numicon, Base 10, counters, Cuisenaire rods) to bring ideas to life.
Real world maths
We connect skills to everyday life — money, time, measuring, cooking, planning — so maths feels meaningful.
My Approach
Learning Through Maths Games & Play
Personalised Learning Based on Interests
Personalised Learning Based on Interests
Learning is also full of maths games that make practising skills exciting and enjoyable. Games help to build confidence, encourage teamwork, and turn challenges into opportunities for fun learning moments.
Personalised Learning Based on Interests
Personalised Learning Based on Interests
Personalised Learning Based on Interests
I thoughtfully build lessons around each child’s individual interests, making learning engaging, meaningful, and personally relevant to them. When children see their hobbies and passions reflected in their sessions, motivation and confidence naturally grow.
Making Learning Fun & Seasonal
Personalised Learning Based on Interests
Making Learning Fun & Seasonal
I also love weaving in seasonal themes and celebrations — such as Halloween, Bonfire Night, and other special occasions throughout the year — to keep learning fresh, creative, and exciting. These themed sessions add an extra spark of fun while still reinforcing key skills, helping children stay curious, inspired, and eager to learn.
Trial sessions and assessment
What To Expect
The first 2–3 sessions help me understand your child’s current strengths and needs, build rapport, and choose the best next steps.
Location & session details
- Face‑to‑face sessions in Patcham, Brighton (private residence learning room)
- Dependent on stage age but currently tutoring Key Stage 1 & 2 level with ages from 8 to 16
- Sessions are typically 1 hour
- Convenient on-street parking with access to a drive if needed
Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out.
Robert Collier