Since February 2026
Instructor since February 2026
In person Chess for beginners and children (Ages 7 and up).
From 35 £ /h
I specialize in making chess accessible for children by breaking down complex strategic concepts into fun, manageable lessons that build critical thinking skills. Whether your child is a complete beginner learning the piece movements or an intermediate player looking to improve their tactics, I provide a structured, safe, and engaging environment for them to grow. I am fully DBS checked and offer flexible after-school and weekend sessions tailored to each student's individual learning pace.
I am the current President of the Chess Society at my University and an experienced player who has been competing and studying the game since my own primary school years. Outside of my university studies, I work professionally as a teacher at a performing arts school where I am responsible for the education and safety of students aged 6–18.
My teaching approach is highly inclusive and patient, backed by a TQUK Level 2 qualification in Understanding Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and an Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) certification.
Feel free to get in touch with any questions!
I am the current President of the Chess Society at my University and an experienced player who has been competing and studying the game since my own primary school years. Outside of my university studies, I work professionally as a teacher at a performing arts school where I am responsible for the education and safety of students aged 6–18.
My teaching approach is highly inclusive and patient, backed by a TQUK Level 2 qualification in Understanding Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and an Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) certification.
Feel free to get in touch with any questions!
Location
At student's location :
- Around Leeds, United Kingdom
About Me
I am the current President of the Chess Society and an experienced player who has been competing and studying the game since my own primary school years. Outside of my university studies, I work professionally as a Film & TV Teacher for the Pauline Quirke Academy, where I am responsible for the education and safety of students aged 6–18. My teaching approach is highly inclusive and patient, backed by a TQUK Level 2 qualification in Understanding Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and an Emergency Paediatric First Aid (EPFA) certification. I specialize in making chess accessible for children by breaking down complex strategic concepts into fun, manageable lessons that build critical thinking skills. Whether your child is a complete beginner learning the piece movements or an intermediate player looking to improve their tactics, I provide a structured, safe, and engaging environment for them to grow. I am fully DBS checked and offer flexible after-school and weekend sessions tailored to each student's individual learning pace.
Education
BA Hons Filmmaking (Leeds Arts University)
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production
Level 2 Double Certificate in Creative Media Production
Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production
Level 2 Double Certificate in Creative Media Production
Experience / Qualifications
EPFA (Emergency paediatric first aid)
Level 2 Understanding Special Needs and Disabilities
Fully DBS checked
Experience working in an educational setting with children
Level 2 Understanding Special Needs and Disabilities
Fully DBS checked
Experience working in an educational setting with children
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Duration
60 minutes
The class is taught in
English
Skills
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
At student's home
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
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