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Alison

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5 (1 review)

$66/h

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Biology

Dr Alison BSc(Hons),PhD, DIC, PGCert - South Notts Tutor and Examiner - Former Vice President of The Tutors' Association

Biology

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- online

About Alison

I am a full-time professional tutor, current GCSE and A-level examiner, former University Lecturer in Pharmacy at the University of Nottingham, and former Vice-President of the UK's professional body for private tutors. I also have secondary level classroom teaching experience.

I hold a degree in Biomedical Chemistry and a PhD in Analytical Biochemistry from Imperial College London. I have led cutting-edge research projects for multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies and academia, putting my research training in science and statistics into practice. My published research has been cited more than 7,000 times in peer-reviewed scientific literature. I also currently serve on the editorial boards of several respected international scientific journals.

Despite this background, my approach to tutoring is friendly and patient. I am very approachable and believe it is important for students to realise that high levels of qualifications are achievable.

I enjoy working with students of all ages and abilities, from those who need to strengthen their foundations and rebuild confidence to ambitious students aiming for the highest grades and competitive university courses. I take the time to understand each student's individual strengths, challenges and goals, tailoring my teaching to help them make sustained progress.

My experience in higher education also enables me to offer expert guidance beyond the classroom. As a university lecturer, I taught at both undergraduate and postgraduate level and supervised eight PhD students to successful completion. Having also interviewed numerous UCAS applicants, I can support students with university applications, personal statements and preparation for the next stage of their education.

Ultimately, I want every student I work with to feel supported, challenged and confident in their ability to succeed. Academic results are important-and I am immensely proud of the outcomes my students achieve-but I also believe that the most valuable tutoring builds confidence, independence and a genuine understanding that stays with students long after their examinations are over.

About the lesson

I offer both face-to-face tuition and online tuition via Zoom, allowing students and families to choose the format that best suits their circumstances and learning preferences.

For face-to-face tuition, students travel to me for lessons in a dedicated and quiet learning environment, free from distractions. Having my full range of teaching resources and reference books immediately to hand allows us to make the most of every session. Driveway parking is available, making drop-offs and pick-ups easy.

Online tuition via Zoom offers an equally personal and highly interactive experience. Although some students are initially unsure whether online learning will feel as engaging as face-to-face tuition, many find that they quickly adapt and ultimately prefer it. Learning from home provides a comfortable and familiar environment, removes travel time and disruption, and offers greater flexibility around busy school and family schedules. It is also a convenient and more environmentally sustainable way to access specialist tuition.

Every lesson is supported by high-quality, carefully selected resources. Online students receive a detailed AI-generated summary following each session, together with a PDF copy of all work completed on my interactive whiteboard. This gives students a clear, structured record of the lesson that they can revisit independently, helping to consolidate understanding and reinforce learning between sessions.

My teaching is genuinely personalised. Before tuition begins, we establish clear objectives and identify the areas that will have the greatest impact on the student's progress. I then design a tailored programme of study around their individual needs, strengths and aspirations. Progress is monitored continuously through questioning, assessment and regular review, allowing me to adapt the pace, content and focus of tuition as the student develops.

I place particular importance on creating a learning environment that is positive, supportive and intellectually stimulating. Students should feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes and tackling challenging material without fear of getting things wrong. I want them to leave each lesson feeling that they have achieved something meaningful and, importantly, that they are capable of achieving more.

Ultimately, my aim is to combine expert subject knowledge, rigorous exam preparation and genuinely individualised teaching with an enjoyable learning experience. When students understand what they are learning, feel confident in their abilities and can see their own progress, they are far more likely to achieve their very best.

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Clare can explain complex subjects in simple, clear steps. She builds up confidence and motivates to always go further. Highly recommended.
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This first lesson offered with Alison will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

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Students who are available for daytime sessions, Monday-Friday can benefit from a £5 discount on my usual hourly fee. This applies for any lessons starting between 9am-3pm inclusive.

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Dr Alison BSc(Hons),PhD, DIC, PGCert - South Notts Tutor and Examiner - Former Vice President of The Tutors' Association

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Other tutors in Biology

Dr Sonali

Georges

Pratima

Dr Ammar

Christopher

Mustafa

Manjot

Al Hamza

Syeda

Boris

Renata

Kelly

Zeina

Laura

Kayla

Raheel

INTEZAR

Adelajda

Zainab

Óscar Mauricio

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