Testimonials
Testimonials
What parents say after working with Enda.
Good students work hard. Great students study smart.
Every quote on this page comes from a parent whose son or daughter worked with Enda one to one, printed exactly as they wrote it.
35 years in Irish education
TEDx speaker
RTÉ Drivetime Study Hub
Author of two books
Enda O'DohertyFounder, Study Skills Ireland
Built around one studentEvery session is built around one student, their subjects and the specific thing getting in their way.
Written by real parentsShared with permission and kept anonymous at their request, which is why you see initials rather than full names.
Taught by Enda himselfNot a franchise or a panel of tutors. The person in the sessions is the person on this page.
Private One To One Coaching
Eight parents on what changed for their son or daughter.
Written by parents of Junior Cycle and Leaving Cert students after their son or daughter finished the programme. They describe much the same handful of things: a clear structure to work from, study habits that hold up, and a noticeable lift in confidence.
Verified parents of students who completed the one to one programme
From the first session
“From the very first consultation, we knew this was different from anything else our son had tried. Enda was incredibly warm, personable and easy to talk to. He connected with him immediately and made him feel comfortable enough to be completely honest about what was and wasn't working. The one to one approach made such a difference. Our son now has a clear structure, better study habits and, most importantly, much more confidence in himself.”
LM
L.M.Parent, Private Consultation
A programme built around her
“We chose the Private Consultation because our daughter didn't need more people simply telling her to study harder. She needed someone to understand her individually and show her how to study more effectively. Enda's warmth and genuine interest in her as a person really stood out. The one to one tuition meant that every session was focused on her particular needs. Within a short time, we could see a real change in her organisation, concentration and confidence.”
SR
S.R.Parent, Private Consultation
Turning effort into results
“As parents, we had become frustrated because our son was spending a lot of time studying but wasn't getting the results we felt he was capable of achieving. The assessment helped identify where the problems were, but it was the individual consultation that really made the difference. Enda has a very natural, human way of working with young people. He is encouraging without being patronising and challenging without putting pressure on them. Our son actually looks forward to the sessions.”
KC
K.C.Parent, Assessment & Private Consultation
Personal, not one size fits all
“We were initially unsure whether our daughter really needed private tuition, but it turned out to be exactly what she needed. The one to one attention allowed Enda to understand how she approached studying, where she was losing time and what was holding her back. He then adapted everything around her. It was completely personal rather than a one size fits all approach. Her confidence has grown enormously and she now feels much more in control.”
PB
P.B.Parent, Private Consultation
A connection made straight away
“The biggest difference for us was the human connection. Enda is warm, approachable and incredibly personable. Our son connected with him straight away, which meant he was willing to talk openly about his worries and the areas where he was struggling. That would not necessarily have happened in a classroom or group setting. The one to one consultation gave him individual attention, practical strategies and someone who genuinely believed in him.”
AO
A.O.Parent, Private Consultation
From overwhelmed to organised
“Our daughter had become overwhelmed by the amount of work she had to cover and was struggling to know where to start. The Private Consultation gave her something she desperately needed: clarity. Enda took the time to understand her rather than simply giving her another list of things to do. The one to one format meant that every session was relevant to her. She is now much more organised, focused and positive about her studies.”
NF
N.F.Parent, Private Consultation
Ownership of his own study
“We had tried everything we could think of at home. Encouragement, timetables, reminders and even the occasional argument about studying. Nothing seemed to stick. The difference with Enda was that our son listened to him. He is exceptionally warm and genuine, and there is a lovely human quality to the way he works with young people. The private sessions gave our son ownership of his study rather than making us responsible for it. That alone has transformed things at home.”
JD
J.D.Parent, Private Consultation
Would they recommend it?
“If you are a parent thinking that your child is capable of more but simply isn't achieving what they are capable of, I would strongly recommend the one to one consultation. It was not about putting more pressure on our daughter. It was about understanding her, identifying what was getting in her way and giving her the tools to move forward. Enda's personal approach made all the difference. She finished the sessions with a completely different attitude to studying and a much stronger belief in herself.”
CH
C.H.Parent, Private Consultation
086 677 2154
Book A Private Consultation
Enda answers personally and takes a limited number of one to one students each term.
If your child is capable of more, a five minute call is the place to start.
No sales pitch and no obligation. Tell Enda what is going on at home and he will tell you honestly whether the one to one coaching is the right fit.