LearnChess Academy - Teach your child to play chess

Developing Academic Success Through the Power of Chess

Name: LearnChess Academy
Telephone: 0808 123 6464

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The South East’s Leading
Live Chess Specialists for Schools

At LearnChess Academy, we use chess as a powerful tool to help children develop independent thinking and exceptional problem-solving skills. Our goal is to challenge young minds, encourage creative thinking, and push past comfort zones—empowering every child to excel academically and beyond.

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On-Site Services

We offer tailored chess services designed and delivered in person, on-site for schools and organisations of all sizes and levels. Whether you're looking for beginner-friendly sessions, more advanced coaching, or competitive experiences, we offer engaging, structured programs led by expert coaches.

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Online Services

We also offer a range of expert-led chess services available exclusively online and accessible from anywhere. This includes live coaching, virtual classrooms, online chess clubs and more. We cater to all skill levels, helping children develop their game in an easy, safe and secure online environment.

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Meet Our Team

The passionate experts behind LearnChess Academy are dedicated chess coaches who bring years of experience in teaching, competition, and mentorship.

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Our Partnerships

LearnChess Academy work with many schools, organisations, and communities to develop impactful experiences that inspire and help all of our students.

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Careers
With Us

We're always looking for energetic coaches and educators who love teaching, advising and making a difference. If you think you're a perfect fit, explore our opportunities today.

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Our Clients & Students

I really like my LearnChess lessons because Max is a great coach. He teaches me new concepts and tactics and now I win more often than before and that feels really good. Learning and playing chess online is a lot quicker too as Max puts pieces on the board in seconds and teaches things really well. I also like the challenges and the fact that he pushes me to learn more.

Alex, 8-11's

Online Student

I really look forward to my chess club every week. The teachers are inspirational and always have so many tactics and checkmates to share. I love learning more in all of my lessons and have lots of fun.

Abby, 8-11's

Chess Club Student

LearnChess is not about winning and losing, it’s about learning and having fun. Max and Julian put a lot of effort into explaining how chess works and how to do check mates in only a few moves. It’s so much fun, I love it!

Thomas, 5-8's

Chess Club Student

Alex, 8-11's

Online Student

Abby, 8-11's

Chess Club Student

LearnChess Academy carries out on-screen visual training using coloured arrows and positional examples making it very appealing and fun for our son. He has learned how to play chess to a highly competitive level, gaining two top places in competitive play. Our thanks to the team for their in-depth chess knowledge, patience, positivity, and easy to understand coaching style. We highly recommend this company to everyone.

Aaron

Chess Club Parent

I really like playing in the tournaments best and winning sweets and stickers!

Oscar, 8-11's

Chess Club Student

Chess is relaxing and makes me think in different ways, which I really like. There is always something new to learn.

Emily, 8-11's

Chess Club Student

LearnChess Academy has been instrumental in helping our children develop a love for the game of chess whilst picking up valuable life skills along the way. From the start, the LCA coaches were particularly helpful in ensuring our children learned how to play the game properly: including piece values, light square right-hand corner of the board, castling, and even En Passant. Fast-forward four years, they’re still being coached by LCA.

Shelly

Chess Club Student's Parent

I would like to recommend LearnChess Academy to anyone who is considering chess lessons for their children. After relocating abroad, my son genuinely missed the LCA Team and started Online training instead. I have found online chess lessons help strengthen his focus. The team are incredibly patient and do an excellent job at making chess fun for children. Alex has also taken part in the larger Online Group Sessions which he found just as enjoyable.

David

Online Student Parent

My coaches are awesome, they make chess really fun. I have made lots of new friends too!

William, 8-11's

Chess Club Student

Thomas, 5-8's

Chess Club Student

Learn Chess Academy have been delivering monthly after-work chess club sessions in our office for about the last 2 years. The level ranges from complete beginner up to ~ 1900 ELO, and the coach has been able to facilitate sessions that accommodate that full range.

Michael Howley

Marshall Wace

Using the LearnChess Academy online platform has been an incredibly rewarding experience for both our students and some staff as well. The quality of the services and programs offered is outstanding, with interactive lessons, personalised coaching, detailed feedback, and a user-friendly interface that has made learning chess engaging and accessible. We've seen notable improvements in our students’ strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and overall cognitive development. Some of our students were brand new to chess have shown remarkable interest in especially the competitions. The platform has truly been overwhelmingly positive and we look forward to continuing the collaboration.

Vijay Chhaya

Tutor, Oxford International College

I’ve noticed a quiet resilience build up in my child through LearnChess Academy. I enjoy how he tackles his games strategically, how comfortable he is with both getting it right and getting it wrong, and how all the children from school compete in a fun and healthy way.

Lara

Chess Club Student's Parent

Chess makes me think hard but it’s super fun. I love planning my moves and it feels great when I checkmate someone! It helps me focus, solve problems, and feel really good.

Sophie, 8-11's

Chess Club Student

The team of instructors, led by Julian, are professional and enthusiastic in their approach to delivering chess to the children at Somerhill. All of the sessions are popular with the children and they love to get to the session as soon as possible after they have had their snack – they never hang back, reluctant to go in or to have seconds! The use of iPads in the club shows that LearnChess Academy accepts the place modern technology plays in the lives of children. Over the years, it has been great to see the confidence of chess players improve throughout their time at Somerhill. The awards presented at the end of the term/year are always cherished by the children, whether that be for the best player or the most improved.

Jonathan Shute

Deputy Head, Co-Curricular

Frequently Asked Questions

Chess is ageless! While anyone can learn, we cater to students as young as 4 years old in some of our clubs. Our main age group is 5-11’s, but we guarantee that we can coach almost anyone to play chess properly.

Yes! Chess enhances critical thinking, problem-solving, and memory, which directly benefits academic performance. Our programs have led to measurable improvements in school test results and we possess actual proof that children who regularly participate in our chess classes benefit most!

Absolutely! We believe chess is for everyone. Our coaches adapt lessons to support children with diverse learning needs in a fun and engaging way. We have taught many children across the spectrum and are completely aware of their needs and how we can best help them gain confidence and stay focused.

Not at all! We make learning chess fun and accessible for every child. Our programs use games, storytelling, and interactive exercises to ensure children grasp the basics easily. Once children settle down and are challenged to think, many respond positively and discover new ways to hone their thinking skills.

If you’d like to try LearnChess Academy in your child’s school, you can simply recommend us to your school or connect us with a teacher or administrator. We offer in-school chess clubs, enrichment days, and virtual programs tailored to schools, and can offer you a FREE Taster Session so you can see us in action.

Yes, at LearnChess Academy we also offer private coaching for students who would prefer to have 1-to-1 lessons. Contact us to discuss availability and have a FREE Taster Session on us.

Yes! In addition to school programs, we offer virtual classes, private coaching, junior chess clubs, and even team-building events for businesses outside of schools. We are flexible and versatile and are always looking at ways to share our chess experiences to everyone, everywhere!

If you can’t find the answer you’re looking for here on our site, feel free to get in touch with us! One of our team will be happy to assist you with any queries you may have. You can contact us through our contact form Contact UsHERE, via email at enquiries@learnchess.co.uk or via phone at 0808 123 6464. Reach out now and we’ll be ready to help.

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Developing Academic Success Through the Power of Chess

The South East’s Leading Live Chess Specialists for Schools

On-Site Services

Online Services

Meet Our Team

Our Partnerships

Careers With Us

Hear from Our Clients & Students

Frequently Asked Questions

The South East’s Leading
Live Chess Specialists for Schools

Careers
With Us

Hear from
Our Clients & Students