Meet The Team

Danielle is a dedicated KS3 and KS4 mathematics tutor with more than ten years of experience supporting students through thoughtful, individualised teaching. She serves as a governor at her local primary school, where she helps guide the development of both reading and mathematics. Her interest in maths anxiety continues to shape her approach, encouraging a calm and understanding atmosphere that helps each learner grow in confidence.

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Alongside her work in education, Danielle co-manages Birchwood with her husband, Joe. She is a proud mother to her bright and spirited son, whose curiosity and wit brighten her days. She now also teaches Pilates three mornings a week, bringing her steady and encouraging style into her classes. Away from work, she enjoys horse riding, basketball, warm sunshine, and the occasional moment of indulgence with chocolate.

Joe Honeyands is a former teacher and long time maths tutor.  He is married to Danielle and runs Birchwood alongside her.  

Joe believes that the most important aspect of tuition is building confidence - being that little constant voice letting students know what they can achieve, even if they don’t believe it yet themselves.  Joe loves algebra, photography and Turkish delight.

As an experienced tutor with a background in teaching students for over seven years, he specialises in preparing students for their 11+ exams, as well as providing tuition for GCSE and A-Level subjects. His passion lies in the humanities, especially English Literature and Philosophy, though he is equally confident in teaching Maths and the sciences.

Since graduating from university with a degree in Philosophy and Mandarin Chinese, he continues to teach and is dedicated to helping students achieve their academic goals. He looks forward to contributing his skills to the Birchwood team.

Jasmine Chen is a mathematics graduate with a strong understanding of the subject and its real-life applications. She believes that math is for everyone and it can be fun! Jasmine's goal as a tutor is to provide students with the extra support they need to succeed, tailoring lessons to meet individual learning styles because she understands that everyone learns differently. She strives to make maths applicable, approachable and enjoyable for all students.

Rose is a 1st year Mathematics undergraduate at Durham University with over 4 years experience tutoring students in a variety of subjects. She specialises in making learning engaging and accessible, tailoring lessons to each student’s style.

While currently studying Maths, she also has experience tutoring GCSE English and Science, helping students build confidence and their academic goals across multiple subjects. 

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Rose’s personal passions include piano, cheerleading and learning foreign languages.

Sophia is studying Physics with Quantum Technology at the University of Exeter. She is an experienced GCSE tutor in Maths and Sciences, dedicating her time to helping students reach their full potential. Sophia tailors her lessons to each individual learner, ensuring students feel supported and engaged. As a Physics student, she aims to share her enthusiasm and help students discover enjoyment in the subjects she loves.