Paul
Expert Geography & Geology Tutor with 17 years experience and a track record of helping Earth science students exceed their potential
About
Expert Earth Science & Geography Tuition
Are you looking to bridge the gap between complex theory and top-tier exam results? I am a passionate Earth Scientist and current Head of Department at a leading academic school in the Home Counties, where I consistently lead students to excellent grades at GCSE and A-Level.
With a Research Master (UCL) and a PhD currently underway at MMU, my academic background is matched by 17 years as a teacher (MEd/QTS), tutor and examiner for two major UK exam boards. I offer an insider’s perspective on the Geography NEA, GCSE Paper 3, and Geology Lab Practicals.
My expertise is rooted in the field; I have led expeditions to Iceland, Etna and the Canaries, alongside extensive fieldwork across the UK, from the Jurassic coast to the Lakes.
My Tutoring Style:
Targeted & Adaptive: I tailor every session to the individual, with significant experience supporting SEND learners.
Exam-Focused: We won’t just learn the "what"—we master the "how" of exam technique.
Friendly & Grounded: A supportive environment designed to build confidence and academic resilience.
Subjects & pricing
Discount
A 5% offer is available for block bookings.
Languages
- English Native
Qualifications
Higher education
- BA (Hons) Geography and Geology · Hertfordshire · 2:1 (Upper second) · 2000 Hertfordshire · 2:1 (Upper second) · 2000
- MRes Earth Sciences · UCL/Birkbeck University of London · Distinction · 2007 UCL/Birkbeck University of London · Distinction · 2007
- MEd Education · Edgehill University · Merit · 2013 Edgehill University · Merit · 2013
- PhD Geography in progress · Manchester Metropolitan · 2026 Manchester Metropolitan · 2026
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Natalie
Paul has been brilliant. Very patient and positive. He understands what our son needs to be able to break down and tackle the topics. In just a few sessions, A’s confidence and understanding of the subject has improved. Would highly recommend.
Paul replied
Thank you Natalie for your kind comments.
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Gordon
Our daughter loves human A-level geography but was struggling with the physical geography. Paul has proved to be an excellent teacher and patiently help our daughter develop a good understanding of the subject. She enjoys her online sessions with Paul and finds them very helpful. This has been reflected in her exam results, the object of this exercise. Thank you, Paul.
Paul replied
Thank you Gordon, very kind feedback.
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Po Yee
Paul is a well experienced teacher. He knows my daughter’s weakness and helps her a lot. He always has quick response. Excellent!!!
Paul replied
Thank you Po Yee, very kind.
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Kumudu
My son is enjoying lessons with Paul, and he is doing a great job explaining the content. He is a great teacher and I recommend him.
Paul replied
Thank you Kumudu
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Holly
Great rapport with my son, clear about how he can improve; worth the time/money
Paul replied
Thank you very much Holly
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Laura
Paul is an excellent tutor and has already helped to improve my son's approach to A level Geology after just a few lessons. He is very easy to deal with and is good with my son - friendly and approachable yet structured and focused on the task of learning.
Paul replied
Thank you Laura, very kind.
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Allison
Paul is helping my daughter with her Geography A Level. He is extremely efficient, very communicative and most importantly my daughter is really enjoying her tutor sessions and is learning a lot from them. I would highly recommend Paul.
Paul replied
Thank you Allison, that’s very kind.
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Ruth
Paul is very thorough and explains the subject brilliantly. He's engaging and very likable so lessons are fun and productive.
Paul replied
Thank you Ruth.
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amna
Paul has been teaching geography to my son for few months and we are very happy with the sessions. He has identified the strengths and weaknesses and working on them. My son is all praise for Paul and how friendly/helpful he is. I would definitely recommend as a tutor for geography.
Paul replied
Hi Amna, thank you very much!
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James
Paul took the time to discuss our needs and was very pragmatic around where he felt he could add the most value. My son has only had a couple of lessons but he has found Paul to be very engaging. He is providing good focus around which parts of the curriculum need the most work completing
Paul replied
Thank you James.
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Gail
Paul is a fantastic tutor. He conveys his passion for teaching geology and established a great rapport with my son. Paul was able to plug gaps in knowledge and my son found the sessions really helpful, which were key to him going on to achieve a top grade at GCSE.
Paul replied
Gail, thank you very much!
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Sharon
Paul is an excellent tutor. He is well organised and prepared for each session and clearly passionate about his subject. He put my son at ease immediately in the first session and was able to keep him focused and engaged. My son looks forward to the sessions now and finds them really helpful.
Paul replied
Thank you Sharon, very kind!
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Jenny
Brilliant Tutor, my son is studyin for 'A' Levels and enjoys Paul's lessons.
Paul replied
Thank you Jenny, much appreciated.
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Irene
Really impressive so far. My son is already increasing in confidence. Thank you!
Paul replied
Thank you Irene, his Attitude has been brilliant
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Jenny
We found Paul very helpful, a well organized and knowledgeable tutor with a unique understanding of student needs. He was able to explain the work clearly in a way that was easy to take in.
Paul replied
Thank you very much Jenny.
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Ming
Paul spent a lot of time to prepare the lessons, really bespoke the student's needs. Highly recommend!
Paul replied
Thanks Ming, I hope Jack goes on to achieve in this years exams.
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Michele
We used Paul for my sons geography IB course Paul is an A level teacher but was not only able to research what was require for the IB and help our son but he also ignited our sons passion for geography I would highly recommend Paul he was always on time and never let us down he was very knowledgeable and not only helps with geography knowledge he also gave lots of different ways to study
Paul replied
Thank you, it’s a shame that this year the exam has been cancelled, because the outcome would have been an excellent one!
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Jeannette
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Maria
Paul visited us and went through all the work that my son had done, identified where the gaps were and set out a plan for his leaning going forward. My son did a few sessions with Paul and was very happy with him but then decided to drop the subject do we did not continue. Had my son continued with Geography we would have continued to use Paul.
Paul replied
Thank you very much!
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Elena
Paul is a very professional and friendly Geography tutor who tutored my daughter for her A2 levels. He came to each lesson with a wealth of knowledge, going through the topics, past paper questions and explaining what is needed. As a result my daughter's confidence and exam techniques have improved massively and this is a direct result of Paul's excellent tuition. I highly recommend Paul.
Paul replied
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. Glad to hear Year 1 has gone so well. Kindest regards Paul