James O’Beirne

I’m a qualified primary teacher with over seven years of experience teaching across KS1 and KS2, as well as five years working in sports and PE coaching.

I’ve always found that children learn best when they’re interested in what they’re doing, so I try to get to know each child and build lessons around the things they enjoy. I’ve planned sessions around everything from pirates and superheroes to football, art, history and geography, while still keeping a clear focus on the English or Maths skills we’re working towards.

I’m a calm and patient teacher and I’m happy to explain something in a few different ways until it clicks. I also like children to feel comfortable making mistakes and having a go rather than worrying about getting everything right first time.

My sessions are structured but relaxed, with the aim of building confidence, filling gaps and helping children become more independent learners.