Professional Maths Tuition Services in Tullow And Surrounding Areas

Leaving Cert Maths Tuition

Our in-person small-group classes are carefully structured around the Leaving Cert curriculum to ensure students are fully prepared for their exams. To begin with, senior classes focus on building strong Algebra skills, which are usually followed by Coordinate Geometry. Then, classes split by year group to target exam-specific topics. Additionally, we consult regularly with students to tailor revision to their preferred topics.

Here’s a rough guide to the topics covered, although these may change: TY and 5th & 6th years focus on Algebra and Coordinate Geometry of the Line. Fifth-year students cover more advanced coordinates, Probability, Statistics, Trigonometry, and Functions. Sixth-year students study Trigonometry, Calculus, Sequences & Series, Financial Maths, and Geometry. Moreover, students receive advice on evidence-based study techniques to reduce exam anxiety and promote long-term learning success.

Junior Cert Maths Support

Foundation is key! We provide essential maths support for students from 2nd Year to set them up for success in the Junior Cert. To start with, Junior Cert classes focus on core foundational skills. Then, we split classes by year group to tailor lessons to exam-specific topics. While we cannot guarantee covering topics on demand—since schools approach the curriculum differently—we always cater to the majority of students attending the classes.

Here’s a rough guide to the topics covered; however, these may change depending on class needs. To begin with, 2nd and 3rd years focus on Algebra and Number revision. Furthermore, second-year students dive deeper into Algebra (including factorising and quadratics), Functions, Probability, Sets, Statistics, and Financial Maths. Moreover, third-year students tackle more advanced material such as harder Algebra and Numbers, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Patterns & Sequences, Geometry, Area, and Volume. Additionally, we teach evidence-based study techniques to help reduce exam anxiety and promote long-term learning. Ultimately, this approach ensures that students build confidence and prepare effectively for the challenges of later years.

Revision and Preparation Classes

Over school holidays and breaks we aim to run revision classes for those who missed
foundational topics, like Algebra. Students from TY may wish to attend to get a feel for leaving cert material.

Exam Preparation Classes

As the Leaving Cert and Junior Cert exams approach, we therefore offer specialised exam preparation classes to help students maximise their performance. Moreover, these classes are specifically designed to focus on:

Exam Strategy: Understanding how to approach different types of questions
Time Management: Learning to work efficiently under exam conditions
Past Paper Practice: Engaging in real-time practice with exam-style questions from state exams and mocks
Mistakes to Avoid: Receiving tips on common pitfalls and guidance on how to tackle challenging questions

In addition, these classes provide students with a concentrated and targeted way to refresh their knowledge. Consequently, they help build exam confidence and, ultimately, enable students to perform their best on the big day.

Digital Classroom Access (Google Classroom)

At the Centre for Mathematical Development, we do not believe in an endless stream of printouts. Instead, all students enrolled with us are granted access to our Google Classroom platform, where they can easily find everything they need.

Through Google Classroom, students can:

Review material with links to further support, including in-depth slides and presentations developed by us over the past decade
Practice past exam questions and exercises, and access our step-by-step solutions (Leaving Certificate only)
Stay up to date with important class announcements
Communicate and collaborate with peers on challenging topics

Moreover, this digital resource is available to all of our students and, as a result, it complements our in-person lessons extremely well. Ultimately, it provides the flexibility needed to reinforce what is taught in class.

Study Skills and Confidence Building

Maths anxiety is real, and many students find themselves struggling with more than just the subject matter itself. Therefore, we offer additional support to help build your child’s confidence and strengthen their study skills.

Through our study skills program, students learn to:

Manage their time effectively
Develop problem-solving strategies
Overcome maths anxiety and build a positive mindset towards exams
Establish a balanced and sustainable study routine

As a result, this service helps students feel more at ease with their studies, and it ultimately improves their overall approach to learning.

Parent & Teacher Collaboration

We understand that communication with parents is key to student success. Therefore, we provide regular updates on student progress to ensure parents remain fully informed. Additionally, we offer a parent information meeting to outline what is available to students and to explain the expectations that help them maximise their progress.

Furthermore, we provide an optional presentation for parents on How the Brain Learns. This session is designed to help families create the ideal learning environment at home, and it also gives parents practical strategies they can implement straight away.

Moreover, parents receive ongoing guidance on how they can support their child’s learning outside of class. In addition, we share regular updates, useful information, and engaging mathematical tips and tricks through our social media channels. By working together, we can therefore ensure that each student receives the best possible support and ultimately reaches their full potential.

What Our Customers Say

The Centre for Mathematical Development

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Michelle Reilly

08:05 25 Jul 25

Ruth Dunne

17:57 22 Jul 25

My daughter did Grinds for Leaving Cert and found them extremely beneficial . Alan is very helpful and his rates are very reasonable. I would highly recommend him for grinds. Anita

Response from the owner 18:28 22 Jul 25

Thanks Ruth. It was a pleasure to work with your daughter. I wish her all the best with her future studies.

Olivia Dunne

17:53 22 Jul 25

Very helpful and beneficial to any students struggling with maths. Alan helped me throughout sixth year and laid out all topics in a clear way that is easy to understand. Would highly recommend.

Response from the owner 18:31 22 Jul 25

Thank you Olivia. It was great to work with you and I’m sure you’ll get a result you are proud of. Wishing you all the best

Eimear Fitzgerald

08:20 19 Jul 25

I could not recommend Alan & The Centre for Mathematics highly enough. Alan's experience in the secondary school classroom and his knowledge of the curriculum are always evident. Invested in his students and passionate about his subject, Alan's classes are engaging and tailored to his student's needs.

Response from the owner 18:28 22 Jul 25

Thank you Eimer for your kind words

Thomas Parker

13:30 17 Jul 25

I got grinds from Alan from transition year to sixth year. He is great at communicating mathematical concepts in understandable ways and making notes on each topic for you to follow.

He was very exam focused and would take me through marking schemes and all previous exam papers (including mocks), setting and marking practice exams, making sure that you knew exactly how much time to spend on each question. This was great preparation for the exam, making sure that I was familiar with the wording of questions and capable of time management.
He was a patient teacher who would make sure you fully understood each topic before moving on. I highly recommend him.

Response from the owner 15:09 17 Jul 25

Thank you Tom, it was a pleasure to work with you on higher level leaving cert and watch you excel. Wishing you all the best in your future studies.

Brenda Mcandrew

13:01 17 Jul 25

Alan is an excellent teacher and his passion for maths is clearly evident. He possesses a in depth knowledge of both the JC and LC Maths syllabi and focuses on building a deep conceptual understanding , making complex topics accessible and even enjoyable. He uses a variety of teaching aids and helps equip students with crucial exam techniques, time management strategies and problem solving skills . Alan fosters confidence in students especially those who might feel intimidated by maths in a larger classroom setting. He is highly professional and flexible. If you are seeking a dedicated and highly effective maths tutor who can truly make a difference , look no further.

Response from the owner 15:10 17 Jul 25

Thank you Brenda!

Carol Mooney

10:56 17 Jul 25

Alan is an excellent teacher and so passionate about Maths . He will explain things in great detail and give you lots of material to help you understand. I would highly recommend him.

Response from the owner 11:09 17 Jul 25

Thank you Carol for the recommendation. It a pleasure to work together.

Eithne Ni Chonaill

10:42 17 Jul 25

Alan is a gifted maths teacher who helped my daughter improve her grades significantly and regain her confidence in maths. He is friendly, approachable and very helpful at all times. He is thorough in his teaching and gives access to detailed and well explained notes on topics covered and works hard to ensure students gain the understanding they need for their course. We highly recommend him.

Response from the owner 11:08 17 Jul 25

Thanks Eithne for your kind words. It was a pleasure to work with your daughter and see her improve week after week in leaving cert higher level maths.

James Boland

09:44 17 Jul 25

n helped me massively in developing my understanding of leaving cert higher level maths and massively improved my confidence in taking on the exams. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Response from the owner 10:01 17 Jul 25

Thank you James. It was a pleasure to work with you and see you achieve a result you are proud of. Wish you the best in future.

Lisa Boland

13:08 26 Jun 25

Alan is an excellent teacher, I would highly recommend for grinds, has helped my son so much for the LC

Response from the owner 12:43 29 Jun 25

Thank you so much for the great feedback, Lisa! I’m really glad to hear that your son is benefiting from the grinds. It’s been a pleasure helping him improve and gain confidence. As a dedicated tutor offering small class exam-focused support, I always aim to help students achieve their best

Siobhan Murphy

11:04 26 Jun 25

Alan’s approach to teaching math in Tullow is brilliant — small classes, clear explanations, and excellent practice materials for home. The class sessions on algebra and other topics make tricky stuff manageable. I’m feeling optimistic and well-prepared for the exams.

Response from the owner 10:04 27 Jun 25

Thank you so much for your thoughtful review, Siobhan! I’m really glad to hear that you’re finding the math grinds in Tullow helpful and that the small class teaching approach is working well for you. My goal is always to break down complex topics like algebra and other Leaving Cert subjects into clear, manageable steps — so it’s great to know it’s making a difference.Providing structured explanations, focused class sessions, and useful practice materials is all part of how I help students feel more confident and exam-ready. It’s brilliant to hear that you're feeling optimistic about your exams — that’s exactly what I aim for in every math grind. Wishing you continued success in your studies, and thank you again for your kind words!

Our Prices

Nobody likes hidden surprises; therefore, and in order to promote full transparency, we present our pricing clearly and simply, with everything explained upfront.

Leaving Cert and Junior Cert (3rd, 5th & 6th year):
● One 2 hour class – 50 euro
● 4 class bundle (per month) – 190 euro
● 8 class bundle (per half term/term) – 360 euro

Second Year & TY:
● One 2 hour class – 50 euro
● 4 class bundle (per month) – 190 euro
● 8 class bundle (per half term/term) – 360 euro