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David

KS2 - GCSE Tutor Maths and Science - 16 Years Experience

Darlington Online In-person· up to 10mi 16 yrs experience Joined May 2026

About

I'm a former lecturer, company director and a chartered engineer who started tutoring in 2010. I benefitted from tutoring by an industry professional as a young student.

I've had numerous students over the years who have achieved great success. One student went from a Grade U to a GCSE Grade 5 in 5 months.

I always try different approaches to suit the student, to ensure maximum learning potential. My students (some with learning difficulties) warm to my friendly and understanding approach.

Subjects & pricing

Maths

  • KS2 £20/hr
  • 11+ £20/hr
  • KS3 £25/hr
  • 13+ £25/hr
  • GCSE £30/hr

    AQA · Edexcel · OCR · WJEC · CCEA · Cambridge

  • Adult £40/hr

Physics

  • KS2 £20/hr
  • 11+ £20/hr
  • KS3 £25/hr
  • 13+ £25/hr
  • GCSE £30/hr

    AQA · Edexcel · OCR · WJEC · CCEA · Cambridge

  • Adult £40/hr

Chemistry

  • KS2 £20/hr
  • 11+ £20/hr
  • KS3 £25/hr
  • 13+ £25/hr
  • GCSE £30/hr

    AQA · Edexcel · OCR · WJEC · CCEA · Cambridge

  • Adult £40/hr

Combined Science

  • KS2 £20/hr
  • 11+ £20/hr
  • KS3 £25/hr
  • 13+ £25/hr
  • GCSE £30/hr

    AQA · Edexcel · OCR · WJEC · CCEA · Cambridge

  • Adult £40/hr

Science

  • KS2 £20/hr
  • 11+ £25/hr
  • KS3 £25/hr
  • 13+ £25/hr
  • GCSE £30/hr

    AQA · Edexcel · OCR · WJEC · CCEA · Cambridge

  • Adult £40/hr

Computer Science

  • GCSE £40/hr

    AQA · Edexcel · OCR · WJEC · CCEA · Cambridge

ICT

  • GCSE £40/hr

    AQA · Edexcel · OCR · WJEC · CCEA · Cambridge

Languages

  • English Native

Qualifications

Higher education

  • MSc Engineering Manchester University · Pass · 2008

Vocational / professional

  • CEng InstItute of Engineering and Technology · Competent · 2008

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  • William

    imported from First Tutors

    Unfortunately due to Timing flexibility we couldn't Proceed with any lessons with David. He was great to quickly get back to us, clear with his requirements.

    David replied

    It's a shame that after agreeing a time, I was unable to accommodate your changes. I wish you and your children all the very best for the future.

  • Davinia

    imported from First Tutors

    David provided weekly tutoring sessions for my son who also has a diagnosis of Aspergers Syndrome. David was very punctual with his sessions. He was very patient with my son and improved his knowledge and confidence. I would definitely recommend David for GCSE maths tuition

    David replied

    Thank you for your feedback. It was a pleasure

  • Neeta

    imported from First Tutors

    My teenage daughter really feels very comfortable to be tutored by David. She finds him friendly, gentle and easy to talk to. We have only just started weekly tutorials but really looking forward to her future sessions.

    David replied

    Thank you for the feedback, it's an absolute pleasure.

  • Warintorn

    imported from First Tutors

    David has taught my son for Combined Science tuition. He is very patient and talented. Makes the lessons very enjoyable for my son. Great tuition given. May need you again in near future.

    David replied

    Thank you for your feedback, it will be a pleasure to teach your son again.

  • Suzanne

    imported from First Tutors

    David has been my 10 year old son's math tutor for 5 months. My son had no confidence and was really struggling in his maths lessons at school. David has been excellent. He has patience and has a great way of explaining maths in order for my son to understand. My son has come on leaps and bounds. He is actually enjoying maths, is enthusiastic about the subject and is performing at a much higher standard. He would not have achieved this if it was not for David. David has a good structure of learning and I would highly recommend his services to anyone having difficulty with maths

    David replied

    I'm so pleased with his progress and it's been an absolute pleasure.