Biology, Chemistry and Physics Exam Preparation and Exam technique for GCSE level/ A level science

From 25 £ /h

GCSEs are just a few weeks away- but that is still more than enough time to tackle those last few topics that you’re finding tricky.

Plus I’ll be going through some of my top tips for revision and preparing for the exam, as well as exam technique for the big day itself.

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Around Brixton, United Kingdom

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About Me

I am on a gap year before starting medical school at the University of Bristol. I did Biology, Chemistry and Physics at A level and I have been tutoring in science for several years! I love teaching and I began mentoring through my school from 16, and privately tutoring students from 17.

Education

Beginning a medical degree September 2019 after taking a gap year, I did my A levels in the summer of 2018. I have been surfing in South Africa and Mozambique for the past 4 months.

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A Level Biology A*
A Level Chemistry A
A Level Physics A
Several years experience privately tutoring
Saturday Maths Mentoring Scheme
Peer mentoring at Alleyn's school
I am a qualified surf instructor and surf rescuer

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Biology

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Physics tutoring- Exam preparation and general studies/revision

26 £ /h

Private tutoring session in Physics, guided by what you are finding challenging.

I regularly tutor in Physics, and can adapt to your needs to help you progress.

I can help with GCSE or A Level exam preparation, as well as general physics studies, or challenging you beyond your course.

Mounir

5.0

(20)

I am a qualified engineer from Arts et Métiers ParisTech and followed a preparatory class, accumulating more than 10 years of experience as a private mathematics teacher. My goal is to help your child reach their full academic potential in mathematics and develop skills that will prepare them for a bright future.

Why choose my courses?

Would you like your child to:

Significantly improve your results in mathematics/physics-chemistry?
Join a selective curriculum?
Become independent and confident in your abilities?
Over the last 5 years, I have had the privilege of supporting more than 30 French students, from middle school (sixth, fifth, fourth, third) to high school (second, first, terminale), towards academic success. My students obtained good averages, passed the certificate, the baccalaureate and the preparatory classes, while strengthening their self-confidence.

My teaching method in 3 steps:

Short term: Immediate improvement in average by assimilating the course and preparing for assessments. This includes assimilating the course, taking notes, practicing standard exercises, anticipating teachers' expectations and test questions, as well as acquiring writing methods.

Medium term: Integration of reasoning and working methods. Your child will learn to work regularly in this order: assimilation, training exercises, preparation for assessments and analysis of results.

Long term: Establishing clear goals, building the steps to achieve them, realizing the SIMPLICITY of mathematics, building confidence in your abilities and unlocking your child's potential.

Details of the formula:

One to two sessions of 1h30/2h per week to assimilate the course and prepare for the evaluations.
Classes delivered via Google Meet for effective online learning.
Use of a virtual whiteboard to facilitate the assimilation of concepts.
Access to an online library including 10 mathematics reference books.
Over 1000 online exercises to strengthen math skills.
Questions ?

Contact me now on Apprentus, and I will respond quickly. Together, we can give your child the future they deserve through an exceptional math education.

Don't let this opportunity pass you by! Book today for outstanding results in mathematics.

Give your child the future they deserve with exceptional math lessons!

Oliver

5.0

(20)

When I was a young child, I believed I was not a mathematical person.

It wasn't until I met an amazing teacher at age 15 that I discovered my mathematical genius and my life was changed forever.

I'm eternally grateful to that teacher.

My teacher knew that self-image and self-belief is the key to unlocking your child's mathematical abilities.

Everyone is good at maths, but we all have different styles of thinking.

Bad teachers teach every child the same way.

My job is to find your child's style of mathematics and allow him to discover that for himself.

When he discovers that, he will begin to enjoy the beauty and power of mathematics...and then you will see as the grades begin to soar.

👉Click the blue "Contact Oliver" button above and let's discuss how we can unlock your child's mathematical talents! 😊

Mavi

5.0

(20)

I am Mavi, a physics engineer working at an aerospace company.
I have been teaching private lessons at the primary, secondary, high school, and university preparatory levels for 11 years. I teach mathematics, physics, chemistry, and science. I have a good command of the curricula of IB, IGCSE, American, Hong Kong, and international schools.

Additionally, I hold the position of president at the Astronomy Society, where I foster my students' interest in astronomy and science beyond the lessons. I prepare the learning environment by incorporating experiments and exploration, moving away from rote education. I often bring experimental materials to class, aiming to make learning memorable through hands-on experiments.

As an educational mentor, I approach my students as if they were my siblings, valuing creativity. I have a deep passion for mathematics, physics, and science. I am dedicated to helping students understand and learn because life encompasses both SCIENCE and ART. The more people I can inspire to know, understand, and love mathematics, physics, and chemistry, the more proud I am.

Are you curious about how nature works?

Let's explore together!

Marjolaine

5.0

(20)

Graduated from EPFL and Harvard, I offer courses in scientific subjects (to you or your child). Give your child the means to succeed: new work methods, understanding of the course adapted to the student...

About me: I am a French student, doing a PhD in bioengineering at Imperial College. I went to high school in Paris, and I obtained my Baccalaureate with honors. I did my Bachelor's and Master's in Life Sciences Engineering at EPFL and I spent 6 months at Harvard. I am used to teaching, having been a tutor during my master. I enjoy helping students to understand their mistakes and to reinforce their level in scientific subjects.

I would love to meet you! :)

Chiwila

5.0

(20)

As a dedicated tutor with over six years of experience, I specialize in teaching Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry to students of all levels, from primary school to university. My academic background is robust, holding honors degrees from both the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Medicine. This diverse educational experience has equipped me with a strong foundation in scientific principles and the analytical skills necessary for effective teaching. My tutoring journey began while I was still at university, where I was consistently ranked among the top of my class. This early start ignited my passion for education and set the stage for a fulfilling career in tutoring.

My teaching approach is carefully tailored to meet each student’s individual needs. I recognize that every learner has a unique style and pace, and I strive to adapt my methods accordingly. Whether a student requires in-depth explanations of complex theories or concise summaries of key concepts, I ensure that my lessons cater to their specific requirements. This flexibility allows me to build a strong foundation in core concepts while guiding students through practical problem-solving techniques that are essential for mastering the subjects.

In my lessons, I focus not only on helping students grasp the subject matter but also on developing critical thinking and analytical skills. I believe that understanding the "why" behind mathematical and scientific concepts is crucial for long-term retention and application. Therefore, I encourage students to engage in discussions, ask questions, and explore the material deeply. This interactive approach fosters a love for learning and promotes intellectual curiosity, which is vital for success in any academic endeavor.

I offer tutoring sessions in various formats to accommodate different preferences and circumstances. Students can choose in-person sessions at my location or opt for online tutoring using an interactive whiteboard and video platforms like Zoom or Skype. This modern setup provides a seamless learning experience that is just as effective as face-to-face instruction. My goal is to create an engaging and supportive environment where students feel comfortable and motivated to learn.

Over the years, I have had the privilege of witnessing many of my students achieve outstanding results, including grades of "Excellent," "Very Good," and "Good." This success is particularly rewarding when I see students who initially struggled make significant progress. By identifying and addressing their unique learning gaps, I help them develop the confidence and skills necessary to excel in their studies.

I am committed to empowering students with the tools they need to succeed in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. My lessons are designed to demystify complex concepts and make them clear and accessible. I strive to instill a sense of accomplishment in each student, guiding them to reach their maximum potential.

In addition to academic support, I also emphasize the importance of cultivating a growth mindset. I encourage my students to view challenges as opportunities for growth, helping them develop resilience and perseverance that will serve them well beyond the classroom.

If you are seeking a dedicated tutor who can provide personalized support and foster academic excellence, I invite you to reach out. Whether you are a student looking to improve your grades or a parent seeking guidance for your child, I am here to help. Let’s embark on a journey of discovery and achievement together, ensuring that every student can excel in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry!

Youness

5.0

(20)

Just done your mock exams? Are you ready to pull your grades all the way up? Or maybe looking to secure your 'safe' grade? Look no further. As a full time Data Lead and Exams Officer at Conisborough College, I have a unique view of performance metrics, and the latest knowledge on GCSE exams. With a specialism in Maths, Further Maths, and Physics, my style of teaching is an expression of my experiences as a student and a tutor.

My past tutoring experiences range from teaching secondary school classrooms and a lot of work with 1-on-1's. While I have had State Schooling my successful early experiences with exams (SATS, GCSEs) set me up with a solid foundation and ideal to approach exams by myself and eventually find my area of expertise in everything Maths and Physics.

When it comes to exam preparation, my strategy is always textbook oriented. My principle in education has always been to know what I don't know and then deal with my not-knowing of that chapter/area.
I like to use what is known/understood as a warm up and get creative with it, probing the student's baselines and tactics.
The warm up also gives you the winning-feeling about the subject and this is a feeling that grows and brings clarity such that it guides me year in, year out to go and understand every chapter to answer every topical exam question, and it can for you too.

I offer in person, and online teaching and am willing to provide references on demand, but first let's have a video call to discuss your needs further!

Do you speak French?

Have you just passed your practice exams? Are you ready to boost your grades? Or perhaps you're just looking to secure your "safe" grade? Look no further.

As Data Lead and Exams Manager at Conisborough College, I have unique insight into performance metrics and the latest developments in GCSE exams. Specializing in Mathematics, Further Mathematics, and Physics, my teaching approach reflects my experiences as a student and tutor.

I have extensive teaching experience, both in classrooms in secondary schools and in individual tutoring sessions. Although I received a state education, my successful experiences with exams (SATS, GCSEs) gave me a solid foundation and an ideal method for approaching exams independently. This is how I was able to specialize in Mathematics and Physics.

When it comes to exam preparation, my strategy always relies on textbooks. My learning principle is simple: identify what I don't know, then address those gaps.

I like to start with what is already known and understood, using it as a warm-up. This allows me to assess the student's level and strategies, while making learning more dynamic and creative. This warm-up also gives you a sense of achievement, which strengthens over time and provides essential clarity. It's this approach that has allowed me, year after year, to assimilate each chapter and be able to answer each exam question. It can do the same for you.

I offer in-person and online classes and can provide references upon request. But first, let's discuss your needs over a video call!

Estefany

5.0

(20)

Graduated with a first-class master's degree in structural engineering, I am a lively, motivated, and creative person. I am offering private tutoring lessons in maths and physics. I have two years of experience in tutoring maths and physics, some in person, but a lot of it online through the platform mytutor. As well as helping GCSE and A level students, I have tutored University students who are studying engineering or STEM subjects with revision for maths modules that are part of their course.

Customize lessons based on your strengths and weaknesses. Together, we can cover topics and themes that are challenging for you, by doing practice questions or going through course content. The amount of time spent on each topic depends on what works for you, and what will help you get the grades you want.

Amira

5.0

(20)

- I’m Amira, a passionate and dedicated MSc Mathematics student! My love for maths goes beyond the classroom—it's a subject I’ve excelled in and thoroughly enjoy sharing with others. Having achieved A*AA in Maths, Further Maths, and Physics at A-level, alongside 9s in my GCSEs, I have a deep understanding of how to help students grasp challenging concepts and succeed in their exams.

- I currently tutor GCSE Maths, where I provide tailored lessons to help students navigate complex topics and prepare for their exams. I have hands-on experience working with the GCSE syllabus, including the CGP revision guides, and I focus on ensuring my students feel confident with exam-style questions. My background also includes tutoring English and Maths at a tuition centre, where I worked closely with younger students, helping them improve both their subject knowledge and problem-solving skills.

- In addition to my teaching experience, I’ve led teams in the UK Student Robotics Competition, where I used my problem-solving skills and teamwork to guide new members. I know how to make learning fun and engaging, ensuring my students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring new ideas!!

Patrick

5.0

(20)

📚 Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry (4CH1): Organic Chemistry – Topic Overview

Level: IGCSE (Edexcel – Code: 4CH1)
Subject: Chemistry
Topic:Organic Chemistry
Format: Online
Tutor: Experienced Science & Biology Educator

🔍 Topic Overview:
Explore the fascinating branch of Organic Chemistry, where we study carbon compounds that form the basis of fuels, plastics, medicines, and living organisms. This topic introduces you to the fundamental ideas and reactions of alkanes, alkenes, alcohols, acids, and polymers.

🧪 What You'll Learn:
✅ What makes a compound organic
✅ Properties and reactions of alkanes (saturated hydrocarbons)
✅ How to identify alkenes using bromine water (unsaturated hydrocarbons)
✅ The structure and reactions of alcohols and carboxylic acids
✅ The formation and significance of addition polymers (e.g. poly(ethene))
✅ Environmental challenges with non-biodegradable plastics
✅ Systematic naming of organic compounds using IUPAC rules

🎯 Ideal For:

* Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry students (Code: 4CH1)
* Learners aiming to master organic reactions and chemical structures
* Students preparing for exams with topic-based revision
* Curious minds exploring how chemistry connects to real life

💡 Learning Outcomes:
✔️ Understand and apply organic chemistry terminology
✔️ Predict the products of key reactions (combustion, addition, substitution)
✔️ Draw and interpret structural and molecular formulas
✔️ Explain how polymers are made and discuss their uses and impacts

📍Book a session today and turn Organic Chemistry into one of your strongest IGCSE topics — taught with diagrams, past paper questions, and simplified concepts!

Francesco

5.0

(20)

Chemistry and Physics are the most challenging subject within high schools and colleges.

With my help, as a student you will learn how to master the basics and understand thoroughly and difficult concepts such as molecular orbitals, organic chemistry reactions and biochemistry.
We will work on the sources and topic provided in class implementing with an easy and comprehensive approach.

Madiha

5.0

(20)

Chemistry is everywhere—from the air we breathe to the food we eat! I help GCSE, O-Level students understand chemistry in a simple, engaging way, making tricky topics like atomic structure, bonding, organic chemistry, and reaction rates easier to grasp. My lessons follow the GCSE syllabus (AQA, Edexcel, or Cambridge and Cambridge International) and focus on clear explanations, practical examples, and exam techniques. Whether you're struggling with equations or need help with lab concepts, I’ll guide you step by step, so you can feel more confident and enjoy learning chemistry.

“I also offer multi-subject lessons: Physics + Chemistry, or Physics + Chemistry + Math. This is ideal if you want to cover multiple subjects with one tutor.”

Lamek

5.0

(20)

This biology class is designed to help secondary school and college students master key concepts in biology, from cellular processes to ecosystems. Whether you're preparing for exams or just want to deepen your understanding, this course provides clear explanations, practical examples, and interactive learning.

Stuart

5.0

(20)

Join my A-Level Biology sessions for clear, supportive teaching that makes complex topics manageable and engaging. We’ll cover everything from cell structure and biological molecules to genetics, immunity, and ecosystems — all aligned with your exam board specification.

Lessons focus on:

Building strong foundational knowledge
Developing exam technique and confidence
Understanding tricky topics like enzymes, DNA replication, and gene expression
Practising with past paper questions and model answers
Using visual aids and real-world examples to bring biology to life

Ideal for students looking to boost grades, deepen understanding, or prepare for university-level biology.

Charlie

5.0

(20)

**Middle School/High School/Post-Bac (includes specific preparation for the brevet and baccalaureate exams and equivalents depending on the country)** support focused on self-confidence, repetition of exercises and working methods - DAILY supervision and monitoring - Guaranteed results. We also prepare students for their exams or for next year thanks to our weeks of intensive courses!

A private tutor and coach for 10 years, I created my own coaching method with my colleagues Thibault and Charlie. We support many students full-time, systematically ensuring progress of at least 4 points on their average.

“In teaching, like other hobbies, you don't just have to think, you have to practice a lot!”

What allows the student to really progress is the repetition of the exercises to have automatisms. The student's problem is not only to understand the course, but to be sufficiently motivated and supervised on a daily basis to effectively integrate the methods, with automatisms and rigorous writing.

In addition to private lessons, we offer daily remote monitoring which is based on 3 strengths:

1. Create a work framework and routine: we help the student plan their weekly work and send them the necessary exercises, corrections and course materials.

2. Availability at any time: so that the student never gets stuck, he can contact his teacher to ask for a hint for an exercise or a quick explanation by message.

3. Support and motivation: we help the student see their weekly progress and ensure that their motivation remains high throughout the support.

Here is how our students are supported:

After an initial discovery call, the student takes an initial course with their tutor to take stock of their situation, identify their state of mind (motivation levers, confidence) and their room for improvement (gaps, methods not mastered, inaccurate writing, careless or calculating errors).

Depending on the student's assessment, the tutor recommends a tailor-made formula combining private lessons, adapting the number of hours per week and daily remote support.

Daily support focuses on training in REAL CONDITIONS: alone, without course materials or a teacher and with limited time.

The student then sends us their copy, and we provide them with a rigorously written answer key, the corrections for their copy, and their grade the same day. They can then immediately learn from their mistakes and redo the assignment perfectly. The goal is to learn automatically.

Through repetition, this method allows the student to:

- Never get stuck on a question during a DST again
- Improve your time management, by getting used to working in real conditions
- To improve the rigor of its writing
- To reduce the number of careless mistakes

In addition to the training sessions, each coach supports the student through private lessons or telephone coaching sessions, depending on their challenges. Coaching sessions provide time management advice, review work completed, and define future goals.

This monitoring allows us to be as close as possible to the student in their revision, being contactable at any time and being very responsive in correcting their copies.

This method allows us to guarantee a rapid increase in grades: on average, +4 points on the average in less than 6 months (see the numerous testimonials).

The results of this method compared to traditional private lessons are significantly superior. It has allowed many students to go from an average of 11-12 to over 16.

You also have real-time access to the student's work schedule and monitoring of their progress (grades, exercises worked on, concepts and methods acquired) so that you can have an overview of the work carried out and your child's progress.

We can put you in touch with parents of our former students so you can hear their feedback. We can also send you photos of students' exam papers that achieved excellent grades.

Do not hesitate to contact me to find out more!

Andrei

5.0

(20)

Hi,

My name is Andreï, and after two years at the engineering school Centrale Paris and a gap year in quantitative finance, I’ll be starting a Master’s in Mathematics at Imperial College London in September. Alongside my studies, I offer private tutoring in maths, physics, and computer science.

With a strong academic background and a genuine passion for these subjects, I have helped students from secondary school to university over the past three years build both skills and confidence—whether their goal is to strengthen their intuition when it comes to problem solving, improve exam performance, or prepare for competitive entrance tests.

My approach to teaching is both structured and flexible. I adapt each lesson to the student’s individual needs: reviewing fundamental concepts, addressing specific difficulties, and preparing efficiently for assessments or exams. Beyond problem-solving, I aim to provide students with lasting tools—methods of reasoning, strategies for independent learning, and a clearer sense of confidence when approaching new challenges.

I would be delighted to arrange an initial conversation to better understand your goals and how I could help you achieve them. Please feel free to contact me for further information.
Best regards,
Andreï