Why Chess? The Curriculum That Builds Champions of Life 🧠
Every parent wants to give their child a proper advantage in life. Here at Chessington Junior Chess Club, we see chess not just as a game, but as a powerful training tool. This page outlines exactly how our expert-led curriculum directly translates into essential, real-world skills—like superior focus, strategic planning, and resilient problem-solving—that boost confidence in the classroom and beyond. Dive in to see the specific, proven skills your child will master at every level of coaching.
🧠 What Your Child Gains for School (The Skills that Really Count)
We know you're looking for activities that genuinely support your child's learning. That's why our structured chess coaching is designed to build the study skills they need to thrive in the classroom, from primary school right up to their GCSEs. .
Here's how regular attendance at Chessington Junior Chess helps with school work:
• Better Focus for Homework: Chess demands quiet, sustained concentration. Your child will naturally train their brain to sit still and focus for longer periods—a huge help when it's time to tackle homework without distractions.
• Cracking Down on Problem-Solving: Every game is like a big puzzle. We teach your children how to break down difficult challenges into small, manageable steps. This skill directly transfers to solving tough problems in Maths, Science, and practical design subjects.
• Thinking Ahead (Exams & Projects): Chess teaches them to plan 3, 4, or 5 steps ahead and consider the consequences of their actions. This helps them with long-term tasks like revising for exams, planning a major project, and organising their time efficiently.
• Bouncing Back from Mistakes: Losing a game is tough, but it's the best way to learn. We teach resilience and patience, showing your child that a mistake in class or on a test isn't a failure—it's just a chance to look, learn, and try again with better focus next time.
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Chess Skills for Life
We know every parent wants a proper leg-up for their child's future, and that means reliable skills that truly help with exams, school, and eventually getting a decent start in a career. That’s what we offer every Monday night at Chessington Junior Chess. This isn't just a simple game. We use the challenge of chess to build vital skills: commitment, focus, planning, good sportsmanship and practical problem-solving. Whether your child is a complete beginner or ready for serious competition, our Master-led coaching gives you top-quality lessons for an affordable club fee. We’re a safe, long-standing, and reliable club, dedicated to ensuring your child's time and your money are genuinely well spent."