Biology Tutor Nottingham — Expert A-Level Tuition for Nottingham & East Midlands Students
Specialist A-Level Biology tuition for students across Nottingham and the East Midlands. Chartered Biologist and former examiner with 25+ years experience, delivering professional online tuition since 2015. All exam boards covered including AQA, OCR, and Edexcel.
Last updated: February 2026
Why Nottingham & East Midlands Students Choose Online Biology Tuition
Finding a specialist A-Level Biology tutor in Nottingham is harder than it should be. There are plenty of general science tutors, but very few with genuine expertise at A-Level standard — and even fewer who understand the demands of each exam board from the inside. That is why students across Nottingham and the East Midlands are turning to specialist online tuition.
I am a Chartered Biologist (CBiol) with the Royal Society of Biology, a former examiner for WJEC/Eduqas and Edexcel, and I have been teaching A-Level Biology for over 25 years. I have been delivering online tuition since 2015 — not as a temporary response to a crisis, but as a deliberately chosen method of teaching that I have spent a decade perfecting. My purpose-built online teaching studio with triple monitors, a large graphics tablet, and professional audio ensures every Nottingham student gets the same quality of tuition as my students anywhere in the UK.
Whether you are studying at a school or sixth form in Nottingham city centre, out in Mansfield or Newark, or anywhere across the East Midlands — you get access to a level of specialist Biology expertise that simply is not available locally.
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Google “Tyrone is one of the best tutors I have ever had! He always explains topics in a clear manner and repeats concepts again to embed the understanding of the content. He uploads the session notes on the student portal which is an easy website to navigate. The student portal contains a vast array of resources such as topic notes, past paper questions, questions by topic, revision notes and student activity workbooks. I would definitely recommend Tyrone as a Biology Tutor.”
“Tyrone has been really good for my son. He has been tutoring my son since the start of the A-Level course as I thought my son would struggle as he is not the most academic of students. He has really blossomed under Tyrone’s tutorage and has become much more confident in the subject. My son achieved a high B in his Biology AS level in November which is carried over to his A-Level — I think it stunned his teachers as they had him pegged at a C/D. Tyrone is knowledgeable, explains things clearly and takes his time to ensure that the student understands the topic. He is patient and supportive and has encouraged my son to do his best. I could not have asked for more and I would definitely recommend him.”
Areas Covered Across Nottingham & the East Midlands
Because all tuition is delivered online from my professional teaching studio, I work with students across Nottingham and the wider East Midlands region. There are no travel restrictions, no scheduling around commutes, and no compromise on session quality based on distance.
If your area is not listed, do not worry — I work with students from anywhere in the East Midlands and across the UK. Get in touch to discuss your situation.
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How I Help Nottingham Students Achieve Top Grades
📋 Examiner Insight in Every Session
As a former examiner for WJEC/Eduqas and Edexcel, I know how papers are marked from the inside. I train students to answer questions the way examiners expect — using precise terminology, structuring 6-mark responses correctly, and avoiding the common mistakes that cost marks. This is the difference between a B and an A.
📝 Past Paper Walkthroughs with Mark Scheme Analysis
We work through past papers together in real time using my graphics tablet. I annotate questions live, show exactly where marks are awarded, and explain the examiner’s thought process behind each mark point. Students learn to read questions like examiners write them.
🎥 Recorded Sessions for Revision
Every session is recorded and made available to rewatch. Students find this invaluable during revision — they can revisit tricky explanations of the Krebs cycle, protein synthesis, or gene expression as many times as they need without booking another session.
📚 Student Portal with Exam-Board-Specific Resources
Every student gets access to a dedicated online portal containing topic notes, past paper questions organised by topic, revision notes, student activity workbooks, and recorded session videos — all tailored to their specific exam board and specification.
Supporting Nottingham Students’ University Ambitions
Many of my students are targeting competitive university courses in medicine, veterinary science, dentistry, and the biological sciences. Strong A-Level Biology grades are essential for these pathways. Here are some of the universities that Nottingham and East Midlands students commonly apply to:
University of Nottingham
Medicine: AAA (including Biology and Chemistry)
Biomedical Science: ABB
Biology: ABB
Russell Group university with excellent bioscience facilities and strong graduate employment rates.
Nottingham Trent University
Biomedical Science: BBB–BBC
Biology: BBC–BCC
Known for practical, industry-focused teaching with strong placement opportunities in the biosciences.
University of Leicester
Medicine: AAA
Biological Sciences: ABB
Nearby Russell Group university with a strong reputation in genetics and molecular biology research.
University of Derby
Biology: BBC–BCC
Biomedical Science: BBC
Accessible entry requirements with a focus on practical skills and employability in the biosciences.
Whether your target is AAA for medicine at Nottingham or a solid BBB at Nottingham Trent, I tailor every session to the grade the student needs and the exam board they are following.
Exam Boards Used by Nottingham & East Midlands Schools
Most sixth forms and schools across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire use AQA for A-Level Biology — it is the most popular board nationally with around 55% of entries. OCR A is the second most common choice in the East Midlands. Some schools and independent colleges also offer Edexcel A, Edexcel B, or OCR B (Advancing Biology).
I cover all of these boards comprehensively. I taught AQA full-time for 5 years at Gower College Swansea, and I am a former examiner for both WJEC/Eduqas and Edexcel. This cross-board experience means I understand not just the content — which is similar across boards — but the specific question styles, mark scheme conventions, and assessment structures that vary between them.
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Tuition Fees for Nottingham Students
The UK average for A-Level Biology tutoring is around £30–£50 per hour. My fees reflect the level of expertise I bring — Chartered Biologist status, examiner experience across two boards, over 25 years of A-Level teaching, and a professional online teaching studio. Every session includes access to the student portal, recorded session videos, and exam-board-specific resources. I offer a free 20-minute consultation so you can see if I am the right fit.
Frequently Asked Questions — Biology Tuition in Nottingham
Getting a top grade requires three things: deep understanding of the content, consistent past paper practice, and strong exam technique. Passive revision — re-reading notes or highlighting textbooks — is not enough. You need to actively test yourself, practise applying knowledge to unfamiliar contexts, and learn how examiners allocate marks.
In 2024, only 27.7% of students achieved an A or A*, so exam technique genuinely separates the top grades from the rest. As a former examiner for WJEC/Eduqas and Edexcel, I train my students to think like examiners — understanding exactly what a question is asking and how marks are awarded. Past paper walkthroughs with detailed mark scheme analysis are central to every session.
There is no single hardest exam board — each has different strengths and challenges. AQA is the most popular nationally (around 55% of entries) and includes a 25-mark essay that requires strong extended writing. Edexcel A (Salters-Nuffield) takes a context-based approach. OCR A is the most traditional specification.
The exam board matters less than understanding how your specific board allocates marks. I have taught AQA full-time for 5 years, I am a former examiner for both WJEC/Eduqas and Edexcel, and I cover all boards including OCR, Cambridge International, and IB Biology. This cross-board experience means I can help any Nottingham student regardless of which board their school uses.
Most students benefit from one session per week, with independent work between sessions. Year 12 students who are keeping up in class may start with fortnightly sessions. Students closer to their exams or those who need to catch up often move to two sessions per week.
I monitor progress regularly and adjust the plan based on how the student is developing. The goal is to build understanding and confidence, not to create dependency on tutoring. We can discuss the right frequency during the free consultation.
Yes. I offer a free 20-minute video consultation where we can discuss the student’s current grade, target grade, exam board, and specific areas they are struggling with. It is also a chance to experience the quality of my online teaching setup before committing. There is no obligation to book after the consultation. You can book one here.
All major UK and international exam boards: AQA, Edexcel A (Salters-Nuffield), Edexcel B, OCR A, OCR B (Advancing Biology), WJEC, Eduqas, Cambridge International (CIE 9700), and IB Biology.
Most Nottingham schools use AQA or OCR A. I have taught AQA full-time for five years and I am a former examiner for both WJEC/Eduqas and Edexcel. Every session is tailored to the student’s specific exam board.
You can book sessions through my website, by email at tyrone@biologyeducation.co.uk, or by phone on 07969 418179. Payment details are straightforward and outlined on the charges page. I recommend starting with a free 20-minute consultation so we can discuss the student’s needs before committing to sessions.
Yes. I am familiar with the required practicals across all exam boards and can help students understand practical techniques, apparatus, data analysis, and how practical skills are assessed in written exams. Many students underestimate how heavily practical content features in the written papers — understanding the principles behind each required practical is essential for picking up marks that other students miss.
My primary focus is A-Level Biology, but I can provide GCSE-level support where needed to build the foundations that A-Level content relies on. Many A-Level students have gaps from GCSE that hold them back — particularly in areas like cell biology, genetics, and ecology. Addressing these gaps early prevents them from snowballing into bigger problems at A-Level.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is intended for educational guidance only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Biology Education and its author accept no responsibility for individual exam outcomes. Students are advised to consult their own teachers, tutors, and official exam board resources as part of their revision.