Mr Peter A.

About Me

I'm Peter, a fully qualified Geography teacher, specialist tutor and current examiner for both AQA and Edexcel, with over 15 years of experience in education and private tutoring.

I hold a BSc from Queen's University Belfast and a PGCE in Geography from the University of Reading. Alongside my tutoring, I continue to work in education, giving me an up-to-date understanding of examination requirements, curriculum developments and effective teaching strategies.

I specialise in helping students achieve their academic potential through engaging, structured and highly personalised lessons. I have supported students in achieving outstanding examination results, including A* grades at A Level and success in competitive school entrance and scholarship examinations.

Subjects and Qualifications

I provide specialist Geography tuition across:

• GCSE and IGCSE Geography: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Cambridge, WJEC/Eduqas and CCEA.

• A Level and International A Level Geography: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Cambridge and other examination boards.

• International Baccalaureate (IB): Diploma Programme Geography at Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL).

• Entrance and Scholarship Examinations: 13+ Common Entrance, scholarship assessments and 16+ entrance preparation.

• KS2 and KS3 Geography: Developing geographical knowledge, analytical skills and academic confidence.

My Approach to Tutoring

Every student learns differently. My lessons are carefully tailored to the student's individual needs, examination board, current attainment and academic goals.

As a current examiner, I offer valuable insight into how examination responses are assessed and what distinguishes a good answer from an outstanding one.

My teaching places particular emphasis on:

• Examination technique: Understanding command words, assessment objectives, mark schemes and how to maximise marks.

• Extended writing: Developing clear, analytical and evaluative responses, particularly for higher-tariff questions.

• Case studies: Building detailed, relevant geographical knowledge that students can apply confidently in examinations.

• Past-paper practice: Using authentic examination questions, model answers and detailed feedback to identify areas for improvement.

• Independent learning: Developing the skills and confidence students need to tackle unfamiliar questions successfully.

A Level NEA and Coursework Support

I have extensive experience supporting A Level Geography students with their Non-Examined Assessments (NEAs).

I provide guidance throughout the enquiry process, including research questions, fieldwork methodology, data presentation, statistical analysis, academic referencing, evaluation and geographical theory.

My feedback is detailed, constructive and tailored to the relevant examination board's assessment criteria, while ensuring students retain full ownership of their independent work.

Supporting Different Learning Needs

I also have experience working with students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including those with EHCPs, and young people receiving alternative educational provision.

I recognise the importance of adapting teaching methods, building confidence and establishing a supportive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and making progress at their own pace.

What to Expect from My Lessons

My lessons are interactive, carefully planned and focused on measurable progress. I combine clear explanations with examination practice, targeted questioning, high-quality resources and constructive feedback.

Whether a student is aiming for the highest possible examination grade, struggling with a particular topic, preparing for an entrance examination or simply looking to build confidence in Geography, my objective is the same: to provide expert, personalised tuition that makes a genuine difference to their academic performance.