David O'Keefe Education

David O'Keefe Education 🌟 Primary Tutor of the Year | Award-winning Former Deputy Head Teacher | Education Advocate 🌟

The last few weeks of summer can feel like a whirlwind β€” and before you know it, September is knocking at the door. Over...
10/08/2026

The last few weeks of summer can feel like a whirlwind β€” and before you know it, September is knocking at the door. Over the last 20 years in education, I've seen how the right kind of preparation doesn't just build knowledge, it builds confidence. That's what these sessions are really about.

I'm running two small group workshops this August, and they're nothing like the revision classes you might be imagining. Every session is hands-on, creative, and tailored to the children in the room. I draw on what interests them, make the work feel achievable, and by the end, they're not dreading the next step β€” they're genuinely ready for it.

Entrance Exam Prep runs Monday 24th to Friday 28th August, covering Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, Maths, English, and Creative Writing. Get Ready for Year 6/7 follows from Monday 31st August to Thursday 3rd September, with sessions in Year 6 Maths, Year 6 English, Year 7 Maths, and Year 7 English.

All sessions run 10am–12pm in small groups, so every child gets proper attention and support throughout. Β£60 per session.

As the 2025 Primary Tutor of the Year, my goal is simple β€” children leaving these sessions feeling capable, curious, and ready to go back to school with their heads held high.

If you'd like to secure a place or find out more, just message me directly.

08/08/2026

πŸ‘ Something BIG is coming to the flock...
My award-winning creative writing sessions are BACK β€” and this time, we're going full Shaun the Sheep!

Join me on Friday 21st August, 9am–12pm, right here in Stock, Essex, for a 3-hour workshop where your child won't just read about great writing β€” they'll LIVE it.

They'll create their own characters and settings, write and record their own dialogue, and bring it all to life through stop-motion animation. We'll explore what makes writing truly brilliant, all wrapped up in the world of Mossy Bottom Farm.

It's going to be baa-rilliant β€” but there is only ONE spot left, so don't get fleeced! Message me to book your child's place today. 🎬

πŸ—“οΈ Spaces are available for one-to-one sessions across the next two weeks β€” perfect for keeping the momentum going over ...
07/08/2026

πŸ—“οΈ Spaces are available for one-to-one sessions across the next two weeks β€” perfect for keeping the momentum going over the summer holidays!

πŸ“š Whether it's Maths, English, or exam prep, I'd love to help your child finish the summer feeling confident and ready for September.

πŸ‘ And don't forget β€” there is ONE space remaining on the Shaun the Sheep Stop Motion Creative Writing Workshop on Friday 21st August (9am–12pm) for 7–13 year olds. These always go fast!

Check out this week's availability above and get in touch to secure your spot. πŸ‘‡
πŸ“² WhatsApp me to book or head to www.dokeducation.co.uk

01/08/2026

πŸ‰ ONE WEEK AWAY β€” and I am SO excited for this one!

HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP is almost here!

Next Friday, 7th August, I'm transforming my classroom into a world of dragons, Vikings, and epic adventures. Children aren't just learning to write β€” they're stepping INTO the story.

Here's what we've got planned:

🏰 Fully immersive themed classroom β€” decorations, props, and costumes
✍️ Real writing skills built through adventure and imagination
🐲 Storyboarding, character creation, drama-led writing activities
πŸ‘₯ Small group, maximum 6 children β€” personal attention guaranteed

πŸ“… Friday 7th August, 10am–12pm
πŸ‘§πŸ§’ Ages 7–13
πŸ“ Stock, Essex
πŸ’· Β£60 per child

I've seen children who say they don't enjoy writing leave these sessions absolutely buzzing β€” proud of what they've made, excited to write more. That's what themed, immersive learning does.

FINAL FEW SPOTS AVAILABLE

Message me here, email [email protected], or head to www.dokeducation.co.uk to book πŸ‰

Four years ago today, I opened the doors to David O'Keefe Education.I still get dressed up for lessons. Peter Pan, Wonka...
18/07/2026

Four years ago today, I opened the doors to David O'Keefe Education.

I still get dressed up for lessons. Peter Pan, Wonka, Mario. I still spend evenings decorating a classroom so children walk in and feel like they've stepped somewhere special.

There were hot chocolates this week. There always are.

I loved teaching before. But this, right here, is the work I was meant to do.

Thank you to every family who has trusted me with their child's learning. It means everything.

πŸŽ‰ It's nearly FRIDAY and I am SO excited for this one!On Friday 24th July, 10am–12pm, I'm running a Minions Creative Wri...
16/07/2026

πŸŽ‰ It's nearly FRIDAY and I am SO excited for this one!

On Friday 24th July, 10am–12pm, I'm running a Minions Creative Writing Workshop β€” a fully themed, immersive session where young writers get to dive into the world of Gru and the gang, with activities, storytelling, and creativity at every turn. These always go down an absolute storm and I cannot wait! 🍌✍️

I also have some one-to-one tutoring slots available next week for Maths and English:

πŸ“… Monday 20th July: 11am–12pm, 12pm–1pm πŸ“… Tuesday 21st July: 11am–12pm, 12pm–1pm, 2pm–3pm, 3pm–4pm πŸ“… Wednesday 22nd July: 11am–12pm, 12pm–1pm, 2pm–3pm

SPOTS ARE FILLING FAST β€” especially for the workshop! If you'd like to book, send me a message or visit www.dokeducation.co.uk and let's get your child set up for a brilliant week of learning. 🌟

13/07/2026

🍌 Bello! The Minions are coming to Stock! 🍌

Immersive Creative Writing sessions are BACK β€” and this time, the Minions are taking over! 🟑

πŸ“… Friday 24th July | 10am – 12pm

Your little writers will step into a fully decorated Minion world where they'll develop real writing skills β€” vocabulary, structure, spelling and punctuation β€” all while having an absolute blast! πŸŽ‰

Perfect for enthusiastic writers AND reluctant ones. With a themed room, props, and yours truly in full Minion mode, this is creative writing like no other! πŸ₯½

⚑ These sessions fill up fast β€” book through my website or drop me a message to secure your spot!

πŸ“š I've just opened up a few more slots for next week!Due to popular demand, I've added some extra one-to-one tutoring se...
11/07/2026

πŸ“š I've just opened up a few more slots for next week!

Due to popular demand, I've added some extra one-to-one tutoring sessions for Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th July β€” available for all year groups.

If you'd like to grab one of these additional spots, visit my website or drop me a message to book in! 😊

29/06/2026

Join me (and my new microphone) for Day 2 of Twinkl's Festival of Tutoring. A day dedicated to all things Primary Tutoring.

My session starts at 10.30am, when I'm going to be sharing my warts and all journey from rock bottom to Primary Tutor of the Year and everything I've learned along the way. The good bits, the messy bits, and the bits I'm slightly embarrassed about. All of it.

I'll be talking about tutor wellbeing and building a business that doesn't quietly break you, because I learned both of those lessons the hard way.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/twinkls-festival-of-tutoring-2026-day-two-tickets-1985498039083




24/06/2026

Dressing up for an event shouldn’t be talked about like it’s only a β€œwomen’s dresses” thing.
Some men love it too!

The funny thing is, we’ve got way fewer options. It’s basically black, navy, maybe a velvet jacket if you’re feeling brave β€” and yet we still want to bring a bit of personality to it.
With the National Tutoring Awards 2026 just over a week away, I took a trip to the tailors. Not because what you wear is the most important part of the night but because it’s a chance to show up feeling confident and celebrate something that matters.

So if you’ve got something coming up, don’t just wear what you think you should wear.
Choose the look that makes you feel great. The one that makes you stand a little taller. The one that feels like you.

And while you’re at it… when you’re handing out compliments, don’t forget the men’s outfits too. A quick β€œthat suit looks sharp” goes a long way. Because dressing up is for everyone and feeling great in what you’re wearing is the whole point.

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