Jason, Academic Tutor
Jason has more than 25 years of experience in primary education and has taught in a range of schools across the country.
In the mid-nineties he achieved a BA (Ed) Degree with Honours from Canterbury Christ Church College, with a specialism in Mathematics. He has since spent his career exploring ways to embed and develop the subject creatively within the whole primary curriculum, demonstrating lessons as a Lead Teacher and receiving the highest grades in Ofsted inspections. As a Deputy Headteacher, Jason has worked closely with local universities, mentoring student teachers as they travel their own journey towards inspiring the next generation of learners.
Jason loves teaching now as much as when he stood in front of his first class many years ago. He believes that tapping into children’s natural curiosity is vital in creating a culture of wonder about the world, a wonder that will lead them to become lifelong learners.
A passionate learner himself, Jason recently took a ‘gap year’ from his own classroom to undertake full time postgraduate study in someone else’s at the University of Brighton, from where he was awarded the Degree of Master of Arts with Distinction in Creative Writing. His final dissertation explored the use of poetry as a method of protest, celebrating the importance of individuality in education on both sides of the teacher’s desk.
His return to full-time teaching was postponed due to the happy arrival of a baby boy - and a whole new level of learning! Jason now spends his time using his experience to help children in one-to-one sessions, fostering key skills and boosting their self-confidence, helping them to see themselves as mathematicians, writers - or whatever it is they want to be.
KEY TUTOR FACTS
Has taught in a variety of schools over 25+ years
Deputy head in a primary school
Specialises in Maths
BA Education degree with Honours from Canterbury Christ Church College
MA with Distinction in Creative Writing
Achieved the highest Ofsted standards on many occasions
OUR THOUGHTS ON JASON
Jason teaches all ages and is passionate about instilling confidence and a love for learning in secondary aged children. We love his sincere and nurturing approach to teaching and his zest for empowering young minds.
CLIENTS’ THOUGHTS ON JASON
“Jason was our son Niall's tutor for maths leading up to his GCSE's (which sadly won't happen due to Covid19). He started having weekly sessions with Jason when he was in year 10. Jason always started the lesson with a fun 'game/challenge' which really helped Niall to focus for the lesson, with Jason's support Niall's knowledge and confidence increased and we saw a big improvement in his school work and results. Each session always ended with a challenge and Niall enjoyed trying to beat his score each week! Jason was very patient and understanding and always happy to go over anything that Naill was not clear on. He helped us to encourage Niall the importance of preparing for the exams as soon as possible rather than leaving it until the last minute! Niall through this time has actually come to really enjoy maths which a couple of years ago is something I never thought we would say - Jason has certainly helped him to realise his potential. We would recommend Jason and Discover & Be without hesitation.” - Sarah-Jane Brophy, mother of Niall
“Jason has been absolutely brilliant with my 15 year old daughter. He engages her with all elements of maths by using an individual approach that suits her. He has given her the confidence and skills to tackle GCSE maths and has been brilliant at signposting extra resources and apps that lily has found truly beneficial. Lily has dyslexia and Jason has been amazing as he very much understands the barriers Lily faces and how to support her to access the Maths Curriculum. I would thoroughly recommend Jason as a very trusted, accomplished and engaging professional.” - Shelley Bliss-Tomlinson, mother of Lily
“Jason has given Katie confidence in her maths ability that she has never had before. He explains tasks in simple and memorable ways and has made maths fun for Katie, which is not easy! Katie's progress since working with Jason has been outstanding and we are so pleased to have his support, especially now she is off school. GCSE exams next year are not as scary a prospect as they were thanks to Jason, and for that, we are all truly grateful!” - Donna, mother of Katie
As with all our tutors, Jason is fully DBS certified.
INTERESTED IN TUITION WITH JASON?
If you’d like to find out more about tuition with Jason, or any of our other tutors, please complete the form below or call Sheila on 07980 565632.