Tom

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Hourly rate £120
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5 (9 reviews)

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Tom - Online A Level Biology Tutor - Current full time teacher. 23 years of A level Biology sixth form teaching experience, I tutor all UK exam boards and Pre-U. Outstanding feedback and results.

Name: Tom
Address: Winchester, GB
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Price range: £120

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About Tom

- What kind of experience do you have?

20 years of teaching A-level Biology in Sixth Form Colleges, in-depth knowledge of AQA, OCR A, Eduqas Pre-U, Edexcel specifications.

- Do you have an up-to-date DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service, formerly CRB) Certificate?

Yes - I am currently a full time A level Biology teacher in a Sixth Form College.

- Tell me about some of your current students.

Students that I have tutored have gone from a D at AS to a A at A-level and from a C to an A*. I enjoy tutoring as it is very rewarding to help students to a thorough understanding of the theory that they couldn't grasp. I have recently tutored students studying at Eton, Cheltenham Ladies College, St Swithuns, Barton Peveril, Portsmouth Grammar School, Godolphins, Chesham Grammar, Cardiff Sixth Form Centre, Collingham College, Duff Miller Tutorial College, The John Lyon School, New English School of Kuwait, King Edwards Southampton.

About the lesson

I have 23 years experience of full time teaching of only A level Biology in a Sixth Form College. My tutees show marked improvement and achieve excellent results.

I am a current A level Biology teacher.

I teach at top rated sixth form college.My department is grade 1 (Outstanding), as were my lessons in a recent OFSTED. My classes have achieved in the top 1% of A level Biology Sixth form college classes nationally for value added results.

Very many students have achieved full marks in exam papers. Many have achieved their goals of obtaining a place to read Medicine or Dentistry.

Students that I have tutored have gone from D in the L6th exams to a A at A-level and from a C to an A*.

I enjoy tutoring as it is immensely rewarding to see students achieve a thorough understanding of the theory that they couldn't previously apply.

I am now only tutoring online.

Tutoring Experience:
As a current teacher (with 23 years of full time experience !), I am very aware of the shift in emphasis and the different skills required for the new (for 2017) specification A levels.

I have an in depth knowledge of the OCR A, Eduqas, Edexcel, AQA, IB (Higher) and Pre U specifications

I recently successfully tutored students from:

Eton College
Cheltenham Ladies College
St Swithuns'
Wycombe Abbey
Winchester College
Whitgift School
Emanuel School
New English School of Kuwait
Leysin American School
King Edwards Southampton
Royal Grammar School Guildford
Reading School
Kingswood School
Eltham College
Harris Sixth Form
Barton Peveril
Alton College
Portsmouth Grammar School
Godolphins
Chesham Grammar
Cardiff Sixth Form Centre
Collingham College
Duff Miller Tutorial College
The John Lyon School

Tutoring Approach:
A level Biology can be an extremely challenging subject, there is a huge body of difficult content to learn and understand.

The new style questions test understanding and application more than factual recall, many students find this a big change from what they were comfortable with at GCSE.

My aim is to get students to understand why and how a biological process is occurring, rather than trying to rote learn the steps.

After a full explanation of the topic, I go through relevant past paper questions and try to coach what the question is actually asking about, how it relates to the theory and how to phrase the answer for full marks.

For online tuition, I use an HD Webcam, a graphics tablet and video conferencing with a super-fast broadband connection.

I use an excellent web-conferencing program, where both parties can see and annotate notes and past papers and PowerPoints, it is an extremely effective tutoring tool.

Online tutorials are recorded and shared with the student, so they can be re-viewed and used for revision.

Prior to the tutorial, I send resources - notes, videos, questions, animations and PowerPoints to go through so faster progress can be made during the lesson.

All lessons are £120 per hour

Tom's Feedback
Tutees Providing Feedback: 38

Tutees Providing Positive Feedback: 38 Av. 5.00/5.00

From Sarah (5/5): (A-Level Biology) My daughter has had several sessions with Tom and found him excellent. Tom goes into depth on topics, he is really clear and precise, and his explanations are easy to understand. In addition, he has a clear understanding of the course she is working on, which has been helpful in targeting her study on the right course content.

From Misha (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Amazing tutor! I found it really easy to organise sessions (as you are given access to Tom's calendar) and to get in touch, which we frequently do via WhatsApp, whether it's me asking a question or Tom sending some interesting and useful information (videos, articles, etc.). Thank you so much for all your help so far!
Reply from Tom: It's a pleasure to tutor you !

From Sebastian (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom is a great tutor, he is very good at explaining and helping me visualise difficult topics. He has a great understanding of where students make mistakes and has many tips to help avoid these. I really like how he emphasises the key basics of topics and shows where links between topics can be made. I highly recommend him.
Reply from Tom: Many thanks Seb

From Malcolm (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Was very helpful, and had many resources that I could use in my own time to revise for tests.
Reply from Tom: Cheers Malcolm, it's a pleasure teaching you

From Ben (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Excellent
Great teacher

From David (5/5): (A-Level Biology) James made his A* in Biology with excellent, focused, challenging and yet supportive tutoring from Tom.

He is expensive but worth every pound and a lovely chap to boot!
Reply from Tom: Thanks David - and well done to James for his A*

From Matthew (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom is a clear communicator who adopts an efficient yet meticulous approach to teaching. His broad and long-standing knowledge of the subject and variety of course structures fosters a pragmatic and individualised approach to teaching, able to address all aspects of concern. This responsive approach allows sessions to be geared towards capitalising on existing strengths, whilst enhancing weaker areas of knowledge. Overall: friendly, reliable and highly recommended.
Reply from Tom: Thanks Matthew and good luck in your legal career

From Mahasti (5/5): (A-Level Biology) His very clear explanations make even the hardest concepts appear easy.

From Jessica (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Learned more in one hour with Tom than I would have in many hours on my own, so definitely worth it

From Kardo (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom has helped me a lot with understanding the more difficult topics and their underlying concepts. Tom is also up to date with the new specifications which makes everything much easier. His tutoring has made me more confident in Biology, and I now feel I will perform much better in future exams. Would 100% recommend to anyone seeking help in A-Level Biology!

Reply from Tom: Thanks Kardo
From Idhren (5/5): (A-Level Biology) One of the best biology teachers I've ever had, is very good at reminding about lessons so you never forget! Really good lessons as topics are explained very clearly and in detail. Very good and would recommend.

From Aisha (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom is an extremely capable tutor who is well worth the higher fees. He has been tutoring my daughter for A level Biology. She is enjoying the lessons with Tom and I am confident that he will help her achieve the A-A* she is targeting - reports from her school about how she has been doing in her homework tasks and tests shows that she is now heading confidently towards her target - so we are very pleased. Would highly recommend Tom for any biology students targeting the top grades.

From Karyna (5/5): (A-Level Biology) A very enthusiastic teacher with excellent communication skills! Is able to easily simplify any topic and make it fully understandable.

From Bakeerathan (5/5): (A-Level Biology) I would rank Tom as the best biology teacher I ever had.
Reply from Tom: Cheers ! It's a pleasure to teach you

From Louise (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Well, I'm beginning to understand the 'logical information' of biology- for the first ever! Very pleased with progress as well.
Reply from Tom: Thanks Louise.

From Karl (5/5): (A-Level Biology) An excellent tutor, friendly, professional and provided very useful exam techniques.
Reply from Tom: Thanks Karl, it was a pleasure to tutor Oliver

From Fiona (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Delighted to find a tutor willing to help with revision at the last minute. His techniques though online tutoring is fantastic and he is one of those who is a natural teacher who explains everything clearly. In addition, it is nice to have someone who is flexible! Thank you Tom.

From Diane (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom has been helping my son with his A-level Biology. An hour per week seems to have made a big difference! Tom has built a good rapport with my son and in doing so has both been challenging and supportive. Skype lessons seem to work well. I would recommend Tom.
Reply from Tom: Thanks ! He is a pleasure to tutor

From Mala (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Thank you Tom for the solid revision in preparation fro the AS exams.
Reply from Tom: Thanks Mala

From Sharon (5/5): (A-Level Biology) We have found Tom's relaxed friendly approach to teaching excellent. The sessions focus on what you need help with and hIs explanations are easily understood. Any student or parent queries are always promptly dealt with. Jessica's confidence in the subject has increased and her grades have improved.

From Claire (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom has been really committed in assisting our son with Biology coursework / exam revision techniques, both have noticably boosted his confidence and understanding!
Thanks Tom
Reply from Tom: Thanks Claire

From Kate (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom is currently tutoring my son for AS Salters Nuffield Biology. My son, Tom, is finding online tutoring excellent- the sessions are highly engaging with the use of an interactive whiteboard that enables active participation in the sessions. Topics are explained really well and in excellent detail. As a result Tom feels increasingly confident in this subject. I would not hesitate in recommending online tutoring with Tom.
Reply from Tom: Thanks Kate, it's a pleasure to tutor Tom

From Simon (5/5): (A-Level Biology)

From Karen (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Focused and driven. Student always at the centre of the learning process. Supportive and helps in any way he can. Responds immediately with effective, clear communication. Excellent teacher in delivering content and exam technique. An outstanding teacher. We are delighted to have found Tom.

From Narain (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom has been an excellent tutor. He has been very supportive and explains biology concepts very well. He has improved my understanding and helped me tackle exam questions, I really appreciate the help Tom has been giving me.

From Nima (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Excellent tutor - highly reliable and knows the specification inside out ensuring the student understands all required aspects of the course

From Sonia (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Excellent teacher and very good communicator

From Joshua (5/5): (A-Level Biology) My son has been having tuition sessions from Tom for his A2 Biology and his results have definitely improved as well as his confidence. I would definitely recommend Tom to others.

From Anne-Helene (5/5): (A-Level Biology) With short notice, tom was able to help our son with his exams in preparation for his A-levels in Biology.
An excellent tutor!
Reply from Tom: Thanks Anne-Helene, it was a pleasure to tutor Lukas

From Joanne (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom is an excellent tutor. There is no fuss - just getting on with the work. He's very proactive and works in a really productive way. An hour of tutoring covers a large amount of work and he is very thorough and easy to understand in his explanations. We would recommend him to anyone.

From Paul (5/5): (A-Level Biology) We have found Tom to be efficient, reliable, professional and patient. Our daughter enjoys her sessions, which offer come unique solutions and are a great top-up to her existing school work. One to one sessions are a great tool and will help our daughter reach her desired goal. Thanks Tom.

From Susanna (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Susanna seemed very happy with the help you gave her and has organised other dates.
Jules

From Robert (5/5): (A-Level Biology) My son got the 'B' grade he needed - many thanks!

From Jake (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Dear Tom, I really appreciate your help. You quickly found all the gaps in my knowledge and it was so easy to understand things that I had previously struggled with. Thanks for all the much needed help with exam technique, it made a real difference.
I have enjoyed every session -especially meeting Louie the cat!
Regards
Jake
If you think you might need help then contact Tom straight away. He has a great sense of humour and is so clear on the syllabus that each session is really productive. Seeing Tom for one session is more useful than two weeks revision on your own

From Tiffany (5/5): (A-Level Biology) F215 (OCR) is a difficult module to learn. My daughter is lucky to have Tom's help. Tom is very professional and explains every concept so clearly that my daughter is able to fully comprehend. She achieved a grade A on the recent school mock exam, which gave her confidence in tackling the A Leve exam. Thank you, Tom.

From Meg (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom was excellent at helping to explain many things that I did not understand in a very short amount of time, so that by the time of the exam I felt fully prepared! Thanks again,
Meg
Reply from Tom: Cheers Meg, glad the exam went well

From Teri (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Tom has been a great help, very thorough and covering many topics quickly and effectively. Very good subject knowledge and has a good way of explaining things. Also offers good advice of where to find subject material for further independent study.

From Oliver (5/5): (A-Level Biology) Very knowledgeable teacher, friendly and reliable!
Reply from Tom: Cheers Oliver

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Anne-Helene Ljungstrom
With short notice, tom was able to help our son with his exams in preparation for his A-levels in Biology.
An excellent tutor!
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Anne-Helene Ljungstrom
With short notice, tom was able to help our son with his exams in preparation for his A-levels in Biology.
An excellent tutor!
Joanne
Tom is an excellent tutor. There is no fuss - just getting on with the work. He's very proactive and works in a really productive way. An hour of tutoring covers a large amount of work and he is very thorough and easy to understand in his explanations. We would recommend him to anyone.
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Joanne
Tom is an excellent tutor. There is no fuss - just getting on with the work. He's very proactive and works in a really productive way. An hour of tutoring covers a large amount of work and he is very thorough and easy to understand in his explanations. We would recommend him to anyone.
Paul
We have found Tom to be efficient, reliable, professional and patient. Our daughter enjoys her sessions, which offer come unique solutions and are a great top-up to her existing school work. One to one sessions are a great tool and will help our daughter reach her desired goal. Thanks Tom.
Read more

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Paul
We have found Tom to be efficient, reliable, professional and patient. Our daughter enjoys her sessions, which offer come unique solutions and are a great top-up to her existing school work. One to one sessions are a great tool and will help our daughter reach her desired goal. Thanks Tom.
Tiffany
F215 (OCR) is a difficult module to learn. My daughter is lucky to have Tom's help. Tom is very professional and explains every concept so clearly that my daughter is able to fully comprehend. She achieved a grade A on the recent school mock exam, which gave her confidence in tackling the A Leve exam. Thank you, Tom.
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Tiffany
F215 (OCR) is a difficult module to learn. My daughter is lucky to have Tom's help. Tom is very professional and explains every concept so clearly that my daughter is able to fully comprehend. She achieved a grade A on the recent school mock exam, which gave her confidence in tackling the A Leve exam. Thank you, Tom.
Meg
Tom was excellent at helping to explain many things that I did not understand in a very short amount of time, so that by the time of the exam I felt fully prepared! Thanks again,
Meg
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Meg
Tom was excellent at helping to explain many things that I did not understand in a very short amount of time, so that by the time of the exam I felt fully prepared! Thanks again,
Meg
Teri
Tom has been a great help, very thorough and covering many topics quickly and effectively. Very good subject knowledge and has a good way of explaining things. Also offers good advice of where to find subject material for further independent study.
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Teri
Tom has been a great help, very thorough and covering many topics quickly and effectively. Very good subject knowledge and has a good way of explaining things. Also offers good advice of where to find subject material for further independent study.
Oliver
Very knowledgeable teacher, friendly and reliable!
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Oliver
Very knowledgeable teacher, friendly and reliable!
Jake
Dear Tom, I really appreciate your help. You quickly found all the gaps in my knowledge and it was so easy to understand things that I had previously struggled with. Thanks for all the much needed help with exam technique, it made a real difference.
I have enjoyed every session.
Read more

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Jake
Dear Tom, I really appreciate your help. You quickly found all the gaps in my knowledge and it was so easy to understand things that I had previously struggled with. Thanks for all the much needed help with exam technique, it made a real difference.
I have enjoyed every session.
Jake
If you think you might need help then contact Tom straight away. He has a great sense of humour and is so clear on the syllabus that each session is really productive. Seeing Tom for one session is more useful than two weeks revision on your own
Read more

J
Jake
If you think you might need help then contact Tom straight away. He has a great sense of humour and is so clear on the syllabus that each session is really productive. Seeing Tom for one session is more useful than two weeks revision on your own
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Tom - Online A Level Biology Tutor - Current full time teacher. 23 years of A level Biology sixth form teaching experience, I tutor all UK exam boards and Pre-U. Outstanding feedback and results.

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