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  • Chemistry specialist
  • Exam technique specialist
  • Online tutoring expert
  • Independent learning mentor
  • 12+ years tutoring experience

I am a highly experienced tutor (12+ years) with a PhD in Chemical Biology from University College London (2020) and a First-Class Master’s degree in Natural Sciences (UCL), covering Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Pharmacology, and Mathematics. I also achieved high grades in A-Levels in Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology.

I now work as a full-time online tutor, specialising in Chemistry across all abilities. I also offer Biology (GCSE and A-Level), as well as GCSE Maths and Physics.

With over 1000+ hours of tutoring experience and more than 12 years supporting students, I have developed a strong track record of helping students

Teaching Experience

Over the past decade, I have tutored students across GCSE, A-Level, and university courses, with many new students coming through referrals from previous tutees. This experience has allowed me to work with a wide range of abilities and learning styles.

Alongside private tutoring, I gained over 200 hours of formal teaching experience during my PhD at UCL. This included:

  • Teaching undergraduate students in both theoretical and practical settings
  • Demonstrating laboratory techniques
  • Marking coursework and providing detailed academic feedback
  • Supporting students in developing scientific understanding and exam performance

This combination of academic and practical teaching experience enables me to provide structured, high-impact sessions tailored to each student’s goals.

Tutoring Approach

My approach is personalised, structured, and focused on results. Having studied at GCSE, A-Level, undergraduate, and postgraduate levels, I understand the challenges students face and the techniques required to succeed at each stage.

I believe every student can master their subject with the right guidance and methods. I tailor each lesson to the individual, identifying how they learn best and building a strategy around that.

Key aspects of my approach include:

  • Strong focus on exam technique and question analysis
  • Breaking down complex concepts into clear, understandable steps
  • Encouraging active learning through discussion and questioning
  • Building confidence through consistent progress and feedback
  • Teaching transferable skills such as revision planning and resource creation

I place a strong emphasis on independent learning and the development of effective study skills. My aim is not only to help students excel in the subjects I teach, but also to help them become stronger, more confident learners overall. I believe that the techniques and habits developed in my lessons can have a positive impact across all subjects, helping students improve their grades more broadly as well as in the specific areas we work on together.

In general I aim to maintain a light, approachable teaching style while ensuring sessions remain focused and productive. I also make myself available outside lessons for quick questions and support, helping students stay on track between sessions.

Above all, I aim to make the subject enjoyable. In my experience, students who engage with and enjoy what they are learning achieve the best outcomes.

Qualifications

Chemical Biology

Doctorate · UCL · 2020

Natural Sciences

Masters · UCL · First Class Honors · 2016
Online TuitionHome TuitionDBS checkedTravels up to 10 km
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  • This tutor offers a 50% discount on their first / introductory lesson.
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Subjects Taught
Biology
GCSE or National 3-5
£100.00
A-Level, IB or Highers
£120.00
Chemistry
GCSE or National 3-5
£100.00
A-Level, IB or Highers
£120.00
University (or further higher)
£150.00
Physics
GCSE or National 3-5
£100.00
Maths
GCSE or National 3-5
£100.00
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