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Kevin Maher

Mathematics and Science Specialist

Orpington, United Kingdom

£30.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesHigh performing tutor

Currently studying for his Bachelors of Engineering in Computer Engineering at the University of Birmingham.
Over 4 years' of teaching experience.
Holds A, A, B for Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry at A-Level.
Holds A**s for Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry at GCSE level.
St' Olave's Grammar School Alumni (4th best secondary state school in London).

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Kevin is a GCSE maths tutor and physics tutor with 4+ years’ experience, studying Computer Engineering at the University of Birmingham. Tailored lessons include session reports and optional homework.

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Nida Ali

Science Specialist

Southend on Sea, United Kingdom

£23.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesHigh performing tutor

Holds an M.Phil degree in Science and Management.
Worked as a Science teacher in secondary school for 4 years abroad.
Worked as a cover supervisor in secondary schools in UK for 3 months.

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Nida Ali is a Science Specialist offering gcse science tutoring for KS2–KS3 and GCSE Biology, Chemistry and Physics. M.Phil-qualified with 4 years’ secondary teaching experience; provides engaging, exam-technique-focused sessions with lesson reports and optional homework.

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Raqeebat Lekuti

Science and Psychology Specialist

West Bromwich, United Kingdom

£30.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesHigh performing tutor

Over 3 years’ of tutoring experience both in-person and online, in KS3 and GCSE Science.
Currently Studying for her Bachelors of Medicine & Surgery at the University of Birmingham.
Holds A*, A, A for Psychology, Biology, and Chemistry at A-Level.
Holds A**- A* (9s-8s) at GCSE level, including A** in all Sciences.

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Raqeebat Lekuti, a University of Birmingham medical student, provides online tutoring for KS3/GCSE Science and A-Level Biology & Chemistry, and is an A-Level psychology tutor with 3+ years’ 1:1 experience and session reports.

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Grace Sparrow

★ 5.0

Mathematics and Science Specialist

£35.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesHigh performing tutor

Holds a 1st Class Honours for her Masters of Science in Chemistry from the University of Bath.
Holds over 5 years of tutoring experience.
Currently studying for her PhD in Computational Chemistry at Dalhousie University.
Achieved A, A, A for her A-Levels in Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology.
Achieved 4 A*s and 1 A for her GCSEs in Mathematics, English, Triple Science (Physics, Chemistry and Biology).

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Grace Sparrow is a maths and science tutor for KS2–A Level and IB, with 5+ years’ experience, a 1st Class Honours MSc Chemistry (Bath) and PhD study in computational chemistry at Dalhousie. Lesson reports included; homework available.

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Holly Wilson

Science Specialist

Rotherham

£35.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesHigh performing tutor

Over 5 years' of experience tutoring KS2, KS3, and GCSE students.
Holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from the Open University.
Holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management (Tourism) from Leeds Metropolitan University.
Holds an Advanced National Diploma in Travel and Tourism (equivalent to 3 A-Levels).
Holds 14 GCSEs in addition to a Merit in BTEC Sport.

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Science specialist Holly Wilson is a Physics tutor, Biology tutor and Chemistry tutor with 5+ years’ experience across KS2, KS3 and GCSE, plus A Level Biology. She holds a BSc in Environmental Science and provides lesson reports with optional homework.

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Jannat Suleman

★ 5.0

Qualified English, Science, and Mathematics Teacher

£30.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesQualified teacherHigh performing tutor

She is a full time tutor and a qualified English teacher with QTS and a PGCE in Secondary English.
Actively working within UK state secondary schools and with local authorities.
Completed her bachelor’s in English Literature.
She also holds a Bachelors of English from London University.
Achieved 3 A*’s for English Literature, Religious Studies, and Drama for her A-Levels.
Achieved 9 A*s to As in her GCSE, including English, Mathematics and Triple Science.

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Qualified English teacher (QTS, PGCE) and gcse english tutor; also a maths tutor for GCSE Maths plus Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Full-time UK secondary teacher providing lesson reports and optional homework.

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Compare GCSE Science tutors for Combined Science, separate sciences, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Use this guide to judge fit across exam board, tier, online lesson format, mock review, revision support, price visibility and realistic outcomes before sending an enquiry.

Why choose Latimer for GCSE Science tutoring

Parents looking for GCSE Science tuition usually need more than a list of revision resources. They need to see whether a tutor can help with the student’s science course, exam board, tier, confidence and timetable. Latimer is designed around comparing tutor profiles, then making a focused enquiry with the tutor or with the team if you want help narrowing the choice.

A good GCSE Science tutor should diagnose where the student is stuck, explain concepts clearly, use targeted practice and help the student review mistakes. The aim is stronger understanding, better study habits and more confident exam technique, not a promised grade.

Compare online GCSE Science tutor profiles by subject mix, level, availability and profile details.
Ask about Combined Science, separate sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, exam board and tier before booking.
Use tutoring for diagnosis, guided practice, revision routines and feedback rather than passive homework help.

Best fit: A parent who wants one-to-one support for confidence, mocks, revision, course or tier decisions, or specific topic gaps.
Good boundary: Tutoring can support learning and exam preparation, but no tutor should guarantee a particular grade.

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How finding a GCSE Science tutor works

Start with the student’s current situation: exam board, Combined or Triple Science, Foundation or Higher tier, recent mock feedback and the topics causing difficulty. Then compare tutor profiles and send a clear enquiry so the tutor can judge fit before lessons begin.

The current Latimer process and practical details are explained on How it works and in the FAQs. For unusual needs, such as adult GCSE, homeschool arrangements, SEND considerations, a tight timetable or a very specific exam board, the contact page is the safest next step for matching help.

Share the student’s board, course, tier, current grade range and target topics in the first message.
Ask how the tutor would use mocks, past papers, homework and parent updates.
Discuss availability directly with the tutor before assuming an urgent start or a fixed slot.

1. Compare profiles: Look for GCSE Science, Combined Science or Biology/Chemistry/Physics experience.
2. Send an enquiry: Include exam board, course, tier, weak topics, recent test results and preferred lesson times.
3. Agree the plan: Discuss lesson frequency, feedback, homework expectations and how progress will be reviewed.

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Pricing, tutor types and what affects fit

For GCSE Science, the best value is not always the cheapest tutor or the most senior tutor. Use each profile’s current hourly rate alongside the tutor’s subject mix, experience, explanation style, availability and fit for the student’s confidence level.

Some families want a qualified teacher, some need an exam-focused tutor, and some prefer a patient graduate tutor for regular practice. Treat credentials as profile-specific: do not assume every tutor is a teacher, examiner or SEND specialist unless the profile says so.

Use tutor profiles as the source of current hourly rates rather than relying on a fixed general price.
Ask what is included in lessons: planning, homework, feedback, mock review or parent updates.
Balance budget with the student’s course, exam board, tier, anxiety level and study habits.

Graduate or student tutor: May suit confidence-building, homework routines and affordable regular practice where the profile shows the right subject fit.
Qualified teacher: May suit families who want school curriculum experience, structured progression and classroom-aware explanations.
Examiner or exam-focused tutor: May suit students who know the content but lose marks on command words, data handling or mark-scheme precision.
SEND-aware tutor: May suit students who need adapted pacing, routines or confidence support; check profile-specific experience before booking.

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Online lessons, in-person choices and “near me” searches

Many families search for a GCSE Science tutor near them, but online tutoring can make the choice broader: you can compare suitable tutors nationally instead of being limited to who happens to be local. That matters for GCSE Science, where the right fit may depend on exam board, Combined or Triple Science, tier, practical-style questions and the student’s confidence.

Online lessons can use video, shared whiteboards, screen-shared past papers, diagrams, documents and homework review. In-person tutoring can work well when a local routine is important, but families should not assume a local in-person tutor is available in every town.

Online can be stronger when the best-fit GCSE Science tutor is not local.
In-person can suit families who need a local routine, but availability and subject fit vary by area.
Group courses and free resources can help revision, but they rarely diagnose one student’s topic gaps.

Online one-to-one tutoring: Useful for flexible scheduling, national tutor choice, shared past papers and live diagrams.
In-person local tutoring: Useful where travel and local availability work, but not something to assume for every area.
Group revision course: Useful for broad recap, less tailored to board, tier, mock marks and confidence gaps.
Self-study and free resources: Useful when the student knows what to practise; weaker when they need diagnosis, feedback or accountability.

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Credentials, safeguarding and realistic outcomes

A GCSE Science profile should make it easier to judge fit: degree subject, tutoring experience, school experience, qualified-teacher background, examiner experience, SEND experience, availability and current rate where shown. Parents should read the profile carefully and ask follow-up questions before booking.

For safety, payment, lesson arrangements and parent oversight, use Latimer’s current FAQs and profile information. Treat inflated claims cautiously: avoid invented tutor counts, unsupported review scores, universal examiner claims and grade guarantees.

Check whether the tutor’s profile matches the exact science mix: Combined Science, separate sciences, Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Ask about board familiarity if the student follows AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR, WJEC/Eduqas, CCEA or an international qualification.
A tutor can help with understanding, confidence, revision habits and exam technique, but results depend on many factors.

Profile credentials: Subject degree, qualified teacher status, examiner experience, tutoring years and SEN-aware support all mean different things.
Safety and communication: Use profile information and current Latimer FAQs for DBS, conduct, online lesson and parent-communication details.
Outcome boundary: A tutor supports learning and preparation; they cannot guarantee a particular grade or result.

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What GCSE Science tutors can cover

GCSE Science is not one narrow subject. It covers Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and the exact content, terminology and question style vary by awarding body and course. A useful tutor should be able to connect the student’s weak topics to their board, tier and current classwork rather than teach from a generic checklist.

The examples below are a parent-friendly map, not a full specification. For official details, use the student’s exam board specification and ask the tutor how they would adapt lessons to that specification.

Biology often includes cells, organisation, infection, inheritance, ecology and human or plant systems.
Chemistry often includes atomic structure, bonding, reactions, rates, energy changes and analysis.
Physics often includes forces, energy, electricity, waves, particles and practical data skills.

Biology: Cells, microscopy, organisation, infection, bioenergetics, inheritance, ecology and interpreting biological data.
Chemistry: Atomic structure, bonding, quantitative chemistry, chemical changes, rates, energy changes and analytical techniques.
Physics: Forces, energy, electricity, waves, radiation, particle models, equations and practical graphs.
Cross-science skills: Using units, graphs, variables, uncertainty, command words, explanations and evidence-based conclusions.

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Exam boards, Combined Science, Triple Science and tiers

Most GCSE Science students follow either Combined Science, which brings Biology, Chemistry and Physics together, or separate sciences, often called Triple Science. Combined Science is commonly treated as a double-award qualification; separate sciences usually mean separate GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Exam board details matter. AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR, WJEC/Eduqas and CCEA all publish their own specifications and assessment materials. Paper structure, topic order, practical guidance and tier rules can differ, so the safest approach is to ask the tutor about the student’s exact board and tier. For Pearson Edexcel GCSE Sciences, the practical guidance uses the phrases “no coursework” and “minimum of 15% of total marks” for practical questions, which is a useful reminder that practical understanding is assessed through exams rather than by a tutor replacing school practical work.

Ask whether the student is on Combined Science or separate sciences / Triple Science.
Ask whether the student is entered for Foundation or Higher tier, and whether tier decisions are still being discussed at school.
A tutor can help with required-practical understanding, data, methods and exam wording, but schools and exam centres manage official entries and practical arrangements.

AQA: Check the relevant Combined Science or separate science specification, paper structure and required practical expectations.
Pearson Edexcel: Use the student’s Pearson Edexcel specification and practical guidance; practical skills appear in written assessment.
OCR: OCR specifications such as Gateway Combined Science have their own topic organisation and paper structure.
WJEC/Eduqas: Useful for Wales/England distinctions; check qualification title, course and assessment details carefully.
CCEA: Relevant for Northern Ireland; check CCEA qualification details if the student is outside the common English boards.

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Past papers, mark schemes and mock review

GCSE Science students often revise the content but lose marks because they misread command words, skip units, mishandle data, rush calculations or do not show enough reasoning. A tutor can turn a mock or past paper into a practical plan instead of simply marking it and moving on.

Useful tuition should separate knowledge gaps from exam-skill problems. For example, a student who understands rates of reaction may still lose marks on variables, graph interpretation or explaining a practical method. That diagnosis determines what the next lessons should focus on.

Review mocks by topic, paper, question type and error pattern.
Use mark schemes to show how marks are awarded, not just whether the answer is right or wrong.
Practise command words such as describe, explain, compare, evaluate and calculate in context.

Knowledge gap: Re-teach the concept, then use guided questions before independent practice.
Application gap: Use unfamiliar contexts, data and practical-style questions to practise transfer.
Timing issue: Build timed sections gradually instead of jumping straight to full papers.
Careless-error pattern: Create an error log for units, graphs, calculations, definitions and missed command words.

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Last reviewed: 16 May 2026.

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Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.

How do I choose the right GCSE Science tutor?

Start with the student’s course, exam board and tier, then check tutor profiles for GCSE Science, Combined Science or Biology/Chemistry/Physics experience. Ask about weak topics, mock feedback, homework expectations, parent updates, availability and teaching style before booking.

Can a tutor help with both Combined Science and Triple Science?

Yes, a tutor can help with Combined Science or separate sciences when their profile supports the student’s subject mix and level. Combined Science covers Biology, Chemistry and Physics together; separate sciences, often called Triple Science, treat Biology, Chemistry and Physics as separate GCSE subjects with more content.

Can GCSE Science tutors support AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR, WJEC/Eduqas or CCEA?

Many GCSE Science students need board-specific support; common contexts include AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR, WJEC/Eduqas and CCEA. Do not assume every tutor covers every board: ask about the exact specification, paper structure, practical guidance and topic order for your child’s course.

Can tutoring help with Foundation and Higher tier GCSE Science?

Tutoring can help a student build the knowledge, confidence, calculation skills and exam technique needed for their current tier or target tier. Official tier-entry decisions are managed by schools and exam centres, so a tutor should support preparation rather than promise a move between tiers.

What happens in the first GCSE Science tutoring lesson?

A strong first lesson usually covers the student’s course, exam board, tier, recent mocks or tests, weak topics, confidence level and goals. The tutor may use a short diagnostic question or past-paper task to see whether the issue is knowledge, application, calculation, practical data or exam technique.

How does online GCSE Science tutoring work?

Online GCSE Science tutoring can use video calls, a shared whiteboard, diagrams, screen-shared past papers, documents, homework review and agreed parent or student updates. It can be especially useful when the best-fit tutor is not local.

How much does a GCSE Science tutor cost?

Use the tutor profile as the source of current hourly rate information. Cost can vary with the tutor’s experience, qualifications, subject mix, availability and whether you need a qualified teacher, examiner-style support or specialist learning support.

How often should my child have GCSE Science tutoring?

There is no fixed number of lessons that suits every student. Some need light topic support, some benefit from weekly gap-filling, and others need a short intensive block before mocks, final exams or a resit. The right frequency depends on starting point, exam date, homework capacity, confidence and budget.

Can a tutor help with required practicals, past papers and mock exams?

Yes. A tutor can help students understand practical methods, variables, graphs, data and practical-style exam questions, and can review mocks by topic and skill type. Practical arrangements and official assessment entries remain the responsibility of schools and exam centres.

Can Latimer help if I searched for a GCSE Science tutor near me?

Many families search locally, but online tutoring lets you compare suitable GCSE Science tutors nationally rather than relying only on local availability. Latimer does not need to promise an in-person tutor in every town for you to find a strong match; contact the team if location or scheduling is a key constraint.

Can tutors support resits, adult learners or homeschool students?

These can be sensible use cases, but support is tutor-dependent. A good starting point is a diagnostic review, board and course check, timetable, target topics and independent-study plan. For adult GCSE, homeschool or external-candidate support, use profiles carefully or contact Latimer for help finding a suitable match.

Can tutors help with SEND or exam access arrangements?

Tutors can support learning routines, confidence, revision planning and exam preparation where their profile experience fits the student. Official access arrangements, such as extra time or rest breaks, are managed by schools and exam centres rather than by tutors.

Can a GCSE Science tutor promise a particular grade?

No. A tutor can help with understanding, confidence, accountability, revision routines and exam technique, but results depend on the student’s starting point, effort, school input, exam conditions and many other factors. No tutor should promise a specific grade.

Should my child use a tutor or free GCSE Science revision resources?

Free resources can be enough when the student knows what to revise, can mark accurately and follows a routine. A tutor adds value when the student needs diagnosis, explanation, accountability, feedback or a structured plan from mock results.

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