Tutor profile
Adam O’Connor
Biology and Chemistry Specialist
Edinburgh
Overview
A summary on Adam
A quick look at how Adam teaches and what families can expect.
- Adam is our Biology and Chemistry Specialist.
- Over 8 years' of tutoring experience.
- Adam Holds a First-Class Honours degree of BSc in Human Biology from Manchester Meteropolitan University.
- Currently studying for his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) at the University of Edinburgh, qualifying in August 2026.
- Adam has served as a STEM Ambassador for 4 years, promoting science engagement and supporting student progression into STEM fields.
- Extensive experience supporting students with applications to Medicine and Dentistry.
- Extensive experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs, including autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, anxiety, and literacy challenges.
- He charges £45.00 per hour.
- Lesson reports for each session you take with him.
- Homework can be arranged free of charge.
Short summary
Adam O’Connor is a biology tutor and chemistry tutor for GCSE/iGCSE and A Level, with 8+ years’ experience; a First-Class Human Biology graduate and Edinburgh medical student, offering structured support for SEN learners and Medicine/Dentistry applications.
Subjects and levels
What Adam can teach
A comprehensive breakdown of the areas and levels Adam can help with.
Maths
Mathematics
Key Stage 3 GCSE
Mechanics
Key Stage 3 GCSE IGCSE AS Level
Pure Maths
Key Stage 3 GCSE IGCSE AS Level
Science
Biology
Key Stage 3 GCSE IGCSE AS Level A Level
Chemistry
Key Stage 3 GCSE IGCSE AS Level A Level
Physics
Key Stage 3 GCSE
Biography
About Adam
Adam is a highly experienced tutor with over eight years of success teaching GCSE Sciences, Maths, and A-Level Biology and Chemistry.
He holds a First-Class Honours degree in Human Biology and is a final-year medical student at the University of Edinburgh. Adam takes a supportive, structured approach, helping students build confidence while achieving consistently strong results and often exceeding predicted grades.
He has extensive experience working with students with SEN, including autism, ADHD, anxiety, and literacy challenges, adapting lessons to each child’s needs. He provides exam practice from the very first lesson, alongside clear explanations, regular feedback, and personalised resources, including presentations and tailored lessons.
Adam also guides students through applications to Medicine, Dentistry, and bioscience degrees, offering clear and practical support.
Further reading
More about Adam
Adam O’Connor is a Biology and Chemistry Specialist offering supportive, structured tuition at £45.00 per hour. With over eight years of tutoring experience, he teaches Key Stage 3, iGCSE and GCSE Science and Maths, as well as AS and A Level Biology and Chemistry. He also supports GCSE Physics, and GCSE/KS3 Mathematics, including Pure Maths and Mechanics, for students who want clearer understanding and stronger exam performance.
Adam holds a First-Class Honours BSc in Human Biology from Manchester Metropolitan University and is currently a final-year medical student studying MBChB at the University of Edinburgh, due to qualify in August 2026. Alongside tutoring, he has served as a STEM Ambassador for four years, helping to promote science engagement and support progression into STEM pathways.
In lessons, Adam focuses on building confidence through clear explanations, regular feedback, and personalised resources (including tailored presentations). He introduces exam practice from the very first session and provides lesson reports after each lesson. Homework can also be arranged free of charge. As an experienced biology tutor, chemistry tutor, and physics tutor, he is well placed to help students prepare for assessments while strengthening core understanding.
Adam also has extensive experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs, including autism spectrum conditions, ADHD, anxiety, and literacy challenges, adapting his approach to suit each learner. For older students, he offers practical guidance with applications to Medicine, Dentistry, and bioscience degrees, including structured support throughout the process.
