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Steven

GCSE Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Maths. Teacher and Examiner

GCSE Sciences and Maths. Physics, Biology and Chemistry. Fully Qualified Teacher. I Mark REAL GCSE science exam papers for the UK's largest exam board. I give my students grade boosting learning ! Small Group classes £18 per hour. One-to-one £75 per hour.

Teaching Experience

I am a fully qualified teacher (QTS) with an advanced teaching qualification from a prestigious UK University. Previously Head of Physics and then Head of Department. I am a professional, friendly and patient teacher who will help you achieve your goals!

I mark REAL GCSE exam papers each summer for the UK's largest exam board - so I have clear and expert knowledge of what gets GCSE marks and what does not. I teach this to my students - and it makes a huge difference!

My expert focus on what matters (and ignoring what does not matter) will make a huge difference to your grades !

I am an expert in Exam Technique and have created my own unique memory tricks (available from nobody but me) - these will boost your grades !

Small Group classes £18 per hour.

One-to-one £75 per hour.

Tutoring Approach

My lessons allow the pupil to gain important extra exam marks and better grades because I : Am a fully qualified teacher Am an examiner. Use unique Mnemonics / memory tricks for easier and faster learning. Use my own unique Exam Techniques Use a proven method to aid retention and long term memory. Include tests and Exam question practise and review in my lessons.

Small Group classes £18 per hour.

One-to-one £75 per hour.

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Qualifications

QTS

QTS · General Teaching Council for England · Pass · 2010

Post Graduate Diploma in Learning & Teaching

PGCE · University of Warwick · Pass · 2010

MSc Control Engineering

Masters · Coventry University · Pass · 1995

BSc Aeronautical Engineering

Bachelors · University of Salford · Honours 2:2 · 1985

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PadhmapriyaFirst Tutors

My daughter attends Mr. ’s Physics class and has made great progress both in understanding and confidence. The exam-focused approach has been extremely helpful for IGCSE preparation. My daughter has improved her knowledge of IGCSE topics, learned effective mnemonics, strong exam techniques, and uses flashcards to retain everything for the real exams. Recently, when I was testing her for her upcoming exam, she was genuinely excited to answer questions on half-life, confidently referring to what she had learned using the class flashcards. Seeing her enthusiasm and clear understanding was incredibly reassuring and clearly shows the positive impact of Mr.’s teaching. Her confidence in physics has grown significantly, and that alone speaks volumes about the quality of this class. Thank you Mr. for building Riyaa’s confidence in physics and for your dedicated, results-driven teaching approach. I would highly recommend Mr. ’s Physics class to any GCSE student who wants to improve both understanding and exam performance.

HelenFirst Tutors

Just started using Steve for Chemistry and Biology ahead of my daughter's GCSEs next summer and he has done everything to make the process so far as seamless as possible. From setting up a pre call with Megan and myself to check her topics of strength and focus and checking that we are comfortable with all elements of the calls before they began. So far she has really found the group setting useful and initial feedback is really positive. Would highly recommend!

AysheFirst Tutors

We’re very happy with Mr. ’s tutoring in Science and Maths. He is always polite, professional, and well-prepared. His lessons are clear and full of helpful tips and exam practice. My child has made great progress and feels much more confident in both subjects. We really appreciate all the effort and support Mr. provides.

Tutor response

It's great to know that my small group online lessons are working really well for your child, thank you for your feedback.

HalemaFirst Tutors

My son is in year 10 and he is 3 -4 weeks into his tuition with Steven. He finds the lesson very informative and engaging. He finds Steven approachable and very much likes the method of teaching used to ensure he understands the topics well. As a parents I found Steven very professional.

Tutor response

Thank you for your feedback, I'm happy to hear that my teaching methods are ensuring he understands the topics well.

ChristineFirst Tutors

great tutor, would highly recommend! friendly, professional, strategic and highly effective at helping your child get better grades - my daughter and I are very happy with Steve's lessons

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  • This tutor has a verified QTS qualification
  • This tutor has a verified PGCE qualification
  • The highest level of qualification that this tutor has provided us with a copy of is a Masters (or equivalent)
  • This tutor has an average feedback rating of at least 4.75/5 from 20 or more reviews.
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