David O’Keefe Education


One to one and small group tutoring in Maths, English, 11+ and independent school entrance for children aged 5 to 14.

Based in the heart of Stock, Essex, I deliver outstanding teaching and tuition in a well-resourced, inspiring classroom at a pace and level to support your child.

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About me


As an outstanding teaching and school leader with 16 years classroom experience in both state and private sectors, I have decided to take my individual style of teaching and experience working with children of all ages to deliver small group and individual tutoring in a high-quality learning environment. 

Deputy Head Teacher / Senior Leader / Teacher Trainer and Mentor / Advisory Teacher

My Mission


Is to deliver outstanding teaching in a well-resourced inspiring learning environment at a pace and level to suit your child. 

Primary Tutor of the Year 2025


This recognition celebrates my work providing specialised Maths, English, and entrance exam preparation for children aged 5-14 from my purpose-built classroom in Stock, Essex. With over 20 years of teaching experience and a 100% success rate for entrance examinations, I’m honoured to receive this national acknowledgment.

Thank you to all the students, parents, and supporters who have made this achievement possible.



You Are Enough. 💙Speaking at this year's National Tutoring Conference was a moment I'll never forget. My message was simple but powerful: You are enough.After 20 years in education and burning out as a Deputy Head, I spent years believing I needed to be more, do more, achieve more. The truth? I was already enough—I just needed to find my own version of success.Building David O'Keefe Education taught me that success isn't about ticking boxes or meeting someone else's standards. It's about showing up authentically, doing work that lights you up, and making a difference in the way only you can.Whether you're a teacher, tutor, parent, or student—remember this: You don't need to be perfect. You don't need to do it all. You are enough, exactly as you are. #youareenough#NTC25#TutoringSuccess#EducatorWellbeing#teacherburnout ... See MoreSee Less
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I'm pleased to announce my availability for one-to-one tutoring sessions and Christmas Creative Writing Workshop this December. Sessions are available from Monday 15th to Friday 19th December, with my special Christmas Creative Writing Workshop running on Saturday 20th December from 10am-12pm.Whether your child needs support in Maths, English, or would benefit from a creative learning experience, I encourage you to secure your place early.To book, please visit www.dokeducation.co.uk or contact me on 07970 743708#davidokeefeeducation #christmastutoring #stockessex #creativewriting ... See MoreSee Less
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Christmas creative writing session now available to bookSaturday 20th December 2025 10am-12pmwww.dokeducation.co.uk ... See MoreSee Less
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Parent Testimonials

★★★★★
Mr O’Keefe is an enthusiastic, encouraging and supportive teacher. He makes learning fun and definitely knows how to get the best out of his students.

M Redburn

★★★★★
Mr O’Keefe taught both our boys and we can honestly say that he was the most inspiring teacher our children have ever had.  Not only does he make learning fun, he finds innovative ways to interact with the pupils and gives them the confidence to succeed. Our boys absolutely thrived in his classes both academically and personally and we truly believe he has given them the best foundation to build upon going forward, and more importantly to believe in themselves.  We would not hesitate to recommend Mr O’Keefe.

M Francis

★★★★★
Our children were lucky enough to be taught by Mr O’Keefe in a previous school and when we discovered he was privately tutoring we jumped at the chance to contact him. Mr O’Keefe’s purpose built classroom is bright, colourful and inviting. He has a wonderful way with children and makes learning fun whilst producing fantastic results. He is kind, patient and has been instrumental in both of our children overcoming their educational challenges.

C Wilson
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