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Perhaps it’s a parents' evening that’s raised a flag, or maybe the jump to National 5 Chemistry just feels steeper than expected. It’s tough when you can see your child struggling with a subject you don't feel equipped to help with.
But even when you cannot help with the subject, you can still help them. Our Tutor Finder does the work for you, asking a few simple questions about your child and what they need for their SQA exams. We then find the right person to help make sense of it all.
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The right tutor doesn't just explain covalent bonds; they find a way to explain them that works for your child. Suddenly, lessons feel less like a lecture and more like a conversation. Confidence grows, and the dread before a chemistry lesson starts to fade.
This change goes beyond passing an exam. It’s about keeping doors open for future study and giving them the self-belief to tackle complex subjects. Our tutors know the SQA specification inside out, so everything they cover is directly relevant to what your child is learning in school.
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Most families have their first lesson within days. It's a low-pressure session for the tutor to get to know your child. If it’s not quite right, our First Lesson Guarantee means we find someone else, at no extra cost to you.
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46 Chemistry National 5 tutors:
£47/hr
5.0
Phil T
Nat 5 and Highers Specialist Including Chemistry
I hold a PhD in organic chemistry from Nottingham University and have been tutoring since 2017, specialising in SQA exams in Maths, Chemistry, and Physics at Nat5 and Higher levels, as well as Chemistry and Maths at Advanced Higher.
In my sessions, I focus on building a strong conceptual understanding through targeted practice and real-world applications. I often incorporate statistical data analysis and problem-solving strategies drawn from my extensive experience in manufacturing and product development, providing a practical context to the subjects.
My professional background includes...
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£45/hr
5.0
Eslam M
Qualified teacher who enjoys tutoring maths and chemistry Chemistry
My motto is simple, nothing is hard, either we know or we don't. Practice is the key to excellence. I have a Bachelor of Science, specializing in Chemistry, and have a PGDE from the University of Edinburgh. Here is what I do. I don’t just teach mathematics and chemistry; I teach you how to understand the subject. I explain the topics in a very simple way for you to understand, I follow with an example, then I ask you a simple question to see how you think. I do try to prove the subject easy, I try to prove to you that you are capable of doing it. It is you’re your answers that tells me what to ...
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£47/hr
5.0
Filip S
Experienced Chemistry tutor. SQA/IB/A level
Hey!My name is Filip and I'm a Chemistry (MChem) graduate from the University of St Andrews. I've been tutoring for about 5 years now and I've delivered over 5000 lessons so far (including face-to-face and online lessons on other platforms). I really love helping people see Chemistry and Physics aren't as difficult as they seem. I enjoy giving my students more confidence before their exams and helping them achieve their goals. I'm an IB Diploma Programme graduate (43 out of 45 points in total). I scored 7s (which correspond to A*) in both Higher Level Chemistry and Physics. I participated in a...
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£77/hr
4.9
Jonas V
Premium Chemistry Tutor with MChemPhys (Hons)
Hi there!I have been tutoring Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for nine years. In 2013, I won a silver medal in the International Junior Science Olympiad. In 2016, I scored 100% in Maths, 100% in Physics, 98% in Chemistry, and 100% in my Biology exams. In 2020, I got a Master's degree in Chemical Physics from the University of Edinburgh. I have over four thousand hours of experience in GCSE, IGCSE, A-Level, and National 5 tutoring. These include exam boards such as SQA, OCR, AQA, CIE, and Edexcel. I also have enhanced DBS and PVG checks.I provide personalised lessons. I assess each student’s n...
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£39/hr
5.0
Vithusini N
Experienced and Passionate Chemistry Tutor
I am a graduate Chemist.I have 13 years of tutoring experience.Throughout my 13-yearsas a tutor, I have consistently demonstrated a profound passion for teaching, enabling me to impart knowledge effectively to students of various academic levels.My approach involves using different methodologies such as PowerPoint presentations, visual aids, and concise notes to explain the concept.Furthermore, I prioritize the assessment of students' understanding through practice questions, ensuring that they understand theconcepts thoroughly. I am very much confident with using Zoom, Skype and lesson space as...
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£39/hr
4.9
Alasdair J
Experienced Chemistry Tutor
I tutor Maths and Science at Higher and Advanced Higher level in the Scottish Curriculum, as well as GCSE and A-level in the English curriculum.
I work with students across a range of abilities, whether they are finding a particular topic difficult, keeping up with classwork and homework, or aiming to maximise their grade. I have significant experience creating individual learning materials for different levels and confidence levels, so lessons can focus closely on the areas where support is most useful.
A typical lesson begins with the work a student is currently doing in class or for homework....
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Find a tutor Yasen S
Yasen was a great chemistry tutor and helped my daughter understand a lot of topics before her exam. He explained things clearly and really boosted her confidence. Would definitely recommend him!
Luzia A
11th May 2026
Vithusini N
Vithu is very knowledgeable and helpful. My daughter feels she can ask her any doubts about her Nat5 Chemistry. I would definitely recommend Vithu as a tutor.
Marta V
25th Feb 2026
Ifrah I
I have never used a private tutor before but my 15 year old daughter has started taking additional weekly Nat 5 Chemistry lessons with Ifrah and she has been incredibly patient with her.
She checks in with her in relation to what she feels she needs to work on and takes time to understand her learning style, making her feel comfortable and relaxed.
The lessons are going really well and my daughter’s confidence is growing through this additional learning. Thanks Ifrah!
Den N
3rd Dec 2025
Charlotte H
Absolutely fantastic teacher! Can’t recommend her enough! Just after a couple of lessons my daughter doing so much better in class tests and her confidence has improved. We started initially with chemistry but booked for maths and biology too.
Karen K
17th Nov 2025
Sotia Z
Sotia is a fantastic tutor. My daughter has found her extremely east to connect with. More importantly she finds her tutoring style very easy to understand. This is evident in her confidence levels in chemistry being right back up.
Robert M
3rd Nov 2025
Filip S
My son was really struggling with his Nat5 Chemistry. Filip looked like he had excellent 5 star reviews so approached him and requested some help. He was brilliant from the start, very tolerant until we got up and running on the computer through the Tutorful Portal. My son sits his Nat5 this coming week and is displaying great confidence about his Chemistry. Every time my son had a lesson with Filip he came away energised and more confident. Week by week I saw his confidence grow. Thank you Filip for all your help. You've been amazing!
Elizabeth F
29th Apr 2025
Ola A
Anna enjoyed working with Ola. He was really positive and encouraging to build her confidence with Chemistry. Would recommend him as a tutor.
Jill R
28th Apr 2025
Eslam M
5/5
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22nd Feb 2025
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See all FAQs While different, both qualifications aim to provide a strong foundation in chemistry at this level. Colleges and universities increasingly recognise National 5 qualifications, especially when supported by a solid grade. A dedicated SQA chemistry tutor can help ensure your child's understanding is robust, making their N5 a strong application point for future studies, and they can also help articulate its value.