Online Physics tutor & more

Peter U.

A level and GCSE Physics and Maths tutor with over 20 years experience

Online 22 yrs Joined Jun 2026

About

I have been tutoring maths and physics for over 20 years. I specialise in A level physics but also teach A level Maths and Gcse in each subject. I prefer to teach online as I find it the most effective method.

In terms of exam boards my main specialism is AQA A level physics where I am able to teach all of the option papers eg Turning Points and also of course their Paper 3 practical.

My approach is to build lessons around the very latest past paper questions pertinent to the requirements of each student.

I offer support to each student outside tutoring sessions by answering any questions they may have. There is no charge for this.

I focus on teaching fundamentals based around the types of exam question students can expect.

I also concentrate on the best strategies that students should use to do well in their exams. This type of approach cannot be effectively duplicated using AI as it requries knowledge of individual students specific abilities.

I have a BSc in Engineering and BA in Mathematics. Both of these courses having a high level of physics content. I am also a member of The Institution of Electrical Engineers and a Chartered Engineer.

Subjects & pricing

Physics

Group £60/hr ·£60/hr

Maths

Group £60/hr ·£60/hr

Languages

  • English Native

Qualifications

Higher education

  • BSc (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering Certificate checked University of Aston · First-class (1st) · 1979
  • BA Mathematics Certificate checked Open University · Distinction · 1998

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  • Georgina

    Mar 2026 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter was really helpful and flexible and our son Daniel enjoyed his lessons right from the start. He focused exactly on what Daniel wanted, which was exam practice on trickier areas, and has improved Daniel's confidence that he can do well in his Physics A-level. I would have no hesitation in recommending Peter to anyone.

  • Rachel

    Nov 2025 ·imported from First Tutors

    I knew Peter was the tutor for us when he spoke of his experience and obvious dedication to his students. He did not list students that had achieved A's under his tutoring instead he gave realistic expectations and showed a genuine interest in those he taught.

  • Harrison

    Aug 2025 ·imported from First Tutors

    Excellent communication and service, my son enjoyed his lessons with Peter ,

  • Joey

    Jun 2025 ·imported from First Tutors

    I have have just finished sitting my A level physics exams this year and I was really struggling in year 12, Peter is an amazing tutor and even that is an understatement, he is dedicated and extremely supportive even outside lesson time, for instance he always answers any question I have no matter the difficulty from quick multiple choice question to confusing calculations and always responds quickly providing me with a detailed and clear method/ explanation, It is really rare to see a teacher so incredibly dedicated to his students as Peter is and I’m so glad I found him, thank you so much!!

  • Louisa

    Jun 2025 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter has been a fantastic tutor - I cannot recommend him highly enough. He has an excellent teaching style, explains things very clearly and thoroughly, and lessons are engaging and fun. He has also been so kind as to answer my questions outside of lessons which has led to my understanding and confidence improving exponentially. His focus on exam strategy as well as various other tips and tricks for answering A level Physics questions effectively have been extremely useful. His support has been totally invaluable! Thank you so much Peter - I will miss our lessons.

  • Tanya

    Mar 2024 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter has been helping my daughter with the Physics topics in preparation for the A level exams. The feedback from my daughter was very positive; she says that Peter explains things clearly and focuses a lot on exam technique. She finds the sessions very beneficial as an extension of her revision.

  • Antonella

    Sept 2022 ·imported from First Tutors

    My daughter is really happy with her physics lessons with e Peter. Thank you

  • Claire

    Jul 2022 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter has been fantastic with our daughter and A Level physics. He is always very well prepared and she really likes his teaching style and how clearly he explains everything. We are very pleased to have found him.

  • Manisha

    Jun 2022 ·imported from First Tutors

    I chose Peter only six months before final exams for Alevel Physics. Recent mocks showed within three months of having Peter as a tutor, my daughter has improved in her grades considerably. I wasted my time on other tutors for one and a half years! I would totally recommend Peter. I regret I didn't go with Peter from day one! We had online lessons only and it works with Peter:). Thank you Peter for your support.

  • Constantina

    Apr 2022 ·imported from First Tutors

    Great tutor, conscientious in ensuring that my daughter understood the gaps in her knowledge. Would highly recommend.

  • andrew

    Mar 2022 ·imported from First Tutors
  • Clara

    Jan 2022 ·imported from First Tutors

    Great tutor who knows his subject. He aims his sessions at the right level which gives my daughter more confidence in her maths. She is now more optimistic about her exams.

  • Tom

    Dec 2021 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter is a real find! Very friendly and helpful, and he has really improved my daughter's understanding of maths! She wishes Peter was her actual maths teacher! I definitely recommend him.

  • Lisa

    Nov 2021 ·imported from First Tutors
  • Lisa

    Aug 2021 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter is an excellent, professional tutor, with excellent communication skills and tailors the Maths lessons to my daughter's preferred learning style. Peter paces the lessons well, gives thorough explanations and importantly enables increased confidence. Peter is very approachable, my daughter is enjoying the lessons and we are very grateful to have found him. Thank you.

  • Helen

    Apr 2021 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter connected with my daughter's learning style needs very quickly. She went from being overwhelmed about A level Physics to really enjoying it and excited for the next session. Peter gave brilliant exam preparation advice. I cannot recommend him highly enough. Very accomodating and helpful. We had never used a tutor before and so pleased I chose Peter.

  • Joanne

    Jan 2021 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter is happy to be led by my daughter as to what she feels she is struggling with which is invaluable after missing so much time due to COVID.

  • Ak

    Jan 2021 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter is such a dedicated, approachable and extremely helpful tutor ! Thankyou

  • Victoria

    Dec 2020 ·imported from First Tutors

    Excellent support for my son and his A levels. Great communication and accommodating regarding timings. Highly recommended.

  • summer

    Oct 2020 ·imported from First Tutors

    Peter is an amazing tutor, he goes through the exam papers and provides extensive information behind the theories so you can revise/understand the topics within that question. It’s helped me a lot when attempting other past papers!