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Marta R
PhD, Enthusiastic Astronomy Tutor
Hello! I’m Marta, a friendly and experienced tutor with a PhD in Astrophysics from the University of St Andrews and over 5 years of teaching experience. I specialise in Physics, Mathematics, and Astronomy at all levels — from KS3 and GCSE to A-level and university preparation.I have helped students of all abilities boost their confidence, improve their problem-solving skills, and achieve excellent results in exams. Many of my students have gone on to raise their GCSE grades by 2–3 levels or secure top grades at A-level.I am familiar with all major exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and Cambridge Inter...
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£77/hr
5.0
Huw A
Friendly & experienced Astronomy teacher & examiner!
NOTE: MY CALENDAR DOESN'T REFLECT MY TRUE AVAILABILITY AS I TEACH DIRECT, AS WELL AS ACROSS MANY TUITION PLATFORMS. PLEASE MESSAGE ME TO CONFIRM CURRENT AVAILABILITY.I am a qualified secondary science teacher (specialising in physics), holding a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). I gained these qualifications after having completed a Graduate Training Programme (GTP). I completed a BSc Physics with Astronomy degree at the University of Nottingham. I have qualifications in all sciences and maths at GCSE and A-Level.I have taught science (biology, chemistry...
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£25/hr
4.2
Hypatia A
Energetic Astronomy tutor
I am based in Lincoln with along term professional career in archaeological sciences andpractical teaching experience at primary and secondary levels;I have a detailed grounding in the history and development of scientific knowledge and offer patient and comprehensive tutoring in the Sciences, History,Geography, Maths and related subjects, to whichever level is appropriate to the needs of the student.I offer a flexible approach with subject content adjusted to relate to the student's preffered interests, with the aim of encouraging the development of critical thinking skills that can be applied...
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£47/hr
5.0
Stewart M
GCSE & A Level Astronomy
I am the Head of Physics at an oversubscribed outstanding school in Essex and have taught extensively in sought after schools in Upminster and Billericay. A specialist Physics teacher I have an expertise in the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Maths, Law, Engineering and Psychology. My previous experience has been in Engineering and Management Training. I have also successfully tutored students at all levels including the 11 Plus examination for CSSE and Chelmsford Grammar schools. I aim to encourage students in all areas of their development and my primary role will be to support...
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£70/hr
4.9
Diana-Rose O
PhD Student and Trainee Medical Doctor Teaching Astronomy
I am more than happy to provide online tuition, as well as face-to-face sessions. Hello! My name is Diana and I am currently training to be a medical doctor, whilst studying a PhD. I studied Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology at sixth form, and I have studied a Masters degree in Public Health with Queen Mary's University of London.About me: I have been a tutor with Tutorful for 10 years completing over 2400 sessions. I have been tutoring students of all ages in English, Maths, Science, the piano, and many other subjects. I have taught students who have now gone on to study Medicine at university,...
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£31/hr
5.0
Jon P
Experienced Astronomy tutor & Imperial graduate
Hi, I'm Jon! I'm a graduate of Imperial College, where I studied Physics and I've since gone on to pursue a career in software and have worked for several AI startups. I really enjoy tutoring and have taught 100+ hours of lessons in maths, physics and chemistry from pre-GCSE all the way up to A-level - most of these have been repeat students who have enjoyed the process and, importantly, have gone on to achieve their goals and the results they were after.Even though I now have a Physics degree, maths did not come naturally at school and exams gave me major anxiety. It was pure determination from...
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Is GCSE Astronomy a respected qualification for further education?

Absolutely. While it's often an additional subject, colleges and universities recognise GCSE Astronomy as a robust academic qualification that shows strong scientific interest and analytical skills. It can be a great asset, especially for A-Levels in Physics or other STEM subjects, demonstrating a breadth of scientific understanding.

How can an astronomy GCSE tutor help with the complex mathematical elements?

Our tutors are experts at breaking down complex calculations, from understanding gravitational forces to interpreting astronomical data. They'll work at your child's pace, focusing on areas where they need extra support, ensuring they master the maths without feeling overwhelmed, even if they're not a top-set maths student.

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This is a common challenge, and a good astronomy GCSE tutor can provide creative solutions. They can guide your child on how to make effective observations even in urban areas, suggest using accessible online resources like virtual observatories, or teach them to analyse existing data, fulfilling the observational requirements without expensive equipment or perfectly dark skies.

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