Lisa M.
Experienced Scottish Chemistry Tutor offering expert tuition
About
Hi, I’m Lisa. I specialise in Scottish Chemistry tutoring, supporting pupils through National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher Chemistry.
I graduated from the University of Glasgow with a First Class Honours degree in Chemistry, before completing my PGDE in secondary teaching. I have 12 years of experience teaching Chemistry and 13 years of experience tutoring, both one-to-one and in small groups.
I tutor National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher Chemistry, and have supported a wide range of pupils with different confidence levels, goals and learning needs. I also have experience marking for the SQA, which allows me to help pupils understand how to structure their answers clearly and maximise marks in exams.
My tutoring approach depends on the needs of each pupil. I aim to create a friendly, supportive environment where young people feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes and building confidence.
I regularly use past paper questions to help pupils become familiar with the wording, structure and level of detail expected in SQA exams. I can also provide additional practice questions for pupils to complete between sessions, with feedback to help them improve.
I can also provide guidance and feedback on assignments and projects, helping pupils understand the requirements, improve the clarity of their explanations, and reflect on how to strengthen their own work.
Subjects & pricing
Chemistry
£45/hr
Languages
- English Native
Qualifications
Higher education
- BSc (Hons) Chemistry · University of Glasgow · First-class (1st) · 2010 University of Glasgow · First-class (1st) · 2010
Teaching qualification (PGCE / QTS / QTLS)
- PGDE · University of Glasgow · Pass · 2011 University of Glasgow · Pass · 2011
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Marion
We engaged Lisa as a Chemistry tutor for our son who was studying advance higher. His prelim result was a D, and a place at his first choice university was contingent on him getting a B grade. We had a relatively short and intense period of tutoring with Lisa, from early March to mid May. I had reservations about the sessions being over video link, but those were unfounded. My son loved the tutoring sessions with Lisa. She had great rapport with my son, and worked with him to focus on the ‘biggest bang for buck’ areas, given the short timeframe. Lisa was reliable, and had great communications with me over arrangements. She made a significant impact on my son’s knowledge, confidence, and his ability to answer questions in an exam setting. As a result, my son got a B band 3 and this has helped him secure a place at his first choice University studying Genetics. I would highly recommend Lisa as a tutor. My son’s view: ‘I couldn’t have done it without her - that’s a fact’.
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Amanda
Exceptional tutor. Improved not only our daughter's knowledge in chemistry but also her confidence. Very understanding and explains the topics well, excellent notes and overall delivers an outstanding tutor service. Highly recommend.
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Kara
My daughter is absolutely delighted with the support Lisa has given her so far. Her confidence has grown significantly after only a couple of sessions. My daughter is easily able to take on board and understand both the subject and, importantly, SQA requirements for Higher Chemistry due to the excellent way Lisa approaches each session.
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Yvonne
I had contacted Lisa for Higher Chemistry Tuition for my son and daughter. She is an excellent tutor and follows up after each session with areas of focus. My children are less anxious and feel more in control, having gained a better understanding the topics. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Lisa.
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Louise
Lisa has a wonderful approach to tutoring, putting my daughter at ease and doing everything she can to get her back on track with her learning. She consistently tailors her lessons to her pupil's needs and is flexible and considerate around the timings of school practice exams. Whatever results day holds, I know Lisa has done everything she can to secure success.