Online Biology tutor
Claire D.
A level Biology - 25 years' experience of teaching A level Biology. Examiner
Hourly rate
£60/hr
Online Biology tutor
A level Biology - 25 years' experience of teaching A level Biology. Examiner
About
My name is Claire. I am a highly qualified and experienced teacher of A level Biology. I have 25 years' experience of teaching Biology A level, and I was Head of a large Science Department at an outstanding sixth form college. I have also worked as an examiner. I am offering online tuition in Biology A level for students following the AQA examination board. My fee is £60 per hour (in line with my extensive experience) and success rates.
I adopt a friendly and personable style, but I am very much exam focussed ensuring plenty of use of past paper questions (which I set and mark as homework - this is unusual and included in the fee). I explain all difficult biological concepts thoroughly, coupled with the use of PowerPoint presentations. I ensure every aspect of the specification is covered thoroughly in order for students to meet mark scheme terminology. Students will have full exposure to all three exam papers and, therefore, will feel fully confident sitting their actual exams.
I have worked extensively with students of a wide range of abilities, and I have particularly vast experience of assisting students with their Medicine, dentistry and Veterinary Medicine applications. In my role as Head of Department in a sixth form setting, I have had extensive experience of the UCAS application procedure. Students I have taught have always met their full potential in their end Biology A level examinations and went on to their desired University choices.
The parents of students I have taught in the past have all given me very positive written and verbal feedback / I am a new member to this site as from July 2026.
Subjects & pricing
Languages
- English Native
Qualifications
Higher education
- BSc (Hons) Biology Certificate checked · Leeds University · 1994 Leeds University · 1994 Certificate checked
Teaching qualification
- NPQSL Certificate checked · National College for Teaching & Leadership · 2015 National College for Teaching & Leadership · 2015 Certificate checked
- PGCE Science Certificate checked · University Of Huddersfield · 1995 University Of Huddersfield · 1995 Certificate checked
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- Oct 2025 ·imported from First Tutors
Rasanga
Claire’s support with my son’s A-Level Biology preparation has been really good. We’ve seen a significant improvement in his studies, and it’s evident from his recent mock results — moving from a B to an A*. I would highly recommend Claire to anyone looking for expert and dedicated support.
- Jul 2025 ·imported from First Tutors
Fokrul
Claire has been teaching my son for the last two years and has proved to be an excellent tutor taking a deep interest in his progress and providing support and further assistance were needed. Highly able and highly recommended.
- Jul 2025 ·imported from First Tutors
Vicky
Claire has built an excellent rapport with my daughter and has really helped boost her confidence in biology. I would not hesitate to recommend her.
- Jul 2025 ·imported from First Tutors
Emily
"Claire has been absolutely amazing in helping my daughter Rachel prepare for her AQA A-level Biology. She's not only incredibly knowledgeable, but also so supportive and encouraging. Her thorough approach and quick feedback on exam questions have really boosted Rachel’s confidence and exam technique. We’ve seen a big improvement, and I honestly can’t thank Claire enough. I would highly recommend Claire to anyone looking for expert support."
- Apr 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Karen
Claire has proved to be an excellent tutor, efficient, always prepared for the lesson, clear feed back on homework and in plenty of time for the next session, highly knowledgeable with the the ability to explain concepts matching student style/pace. She has helped increase confidence and self belief enormously. Can’t recommend highly enough.
Claire D. replied
Thank you very much for this kind response.
- Apr 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Charlotte
Very grateful for Claire's work with Tom. She is passionate, knowledge, reliable and organised. Providing regular homework and full feedback to him. She is very focused on learning the material for the course and supporting him with exam technique.
Claire D. replied
Charlotte, Thank you very much for your feedback. Kind regards, Claire
- Feb 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Oksana
If you are looking for a significant improvement in Biology A-level, I would highly reccomend Claire without any hesitation. She is very experienced, very personable and knows how to deliver her subject so that it is an enjoyable process. My son has progressed from a very weak C to an A in less than 4 months. What I really appreciate is that Claire keeps contact with me, updates me on my sons progress. She prepares for each tuition, gives homework to do to solidify the topics learnt. My son's tuition goes well beyond the actual tuition hour, Claire spends a lot of time reviewing my son's homework and provides feedback. Thank you Claire for your hard work and encouragement you give to my son.
- Nov 2018 ·imported from First Tutors
Barbara
Claire is amazing. She knows her subject and teaches with great enthusiasm. My son thinks she is great and feels really confident that he will do well. Claire instils confidence in her style of teaching and pushes you to the limit. She leaves no stone unturned. As a parent we found a great teacher. Thank you Claire Very satisfied mother Barbara
- Mar 2018 ·imported from First Tutors
Karsan
Tuition didn't go ahead because the tutor works in the same school as your child
- Apr 2016 ·imported from First Tutors
Bina
Claire is an excellent,extremely knowledgeable and very able teacher.She knows her subject very well.My son has gained so much studying with her.He is now so confident with Biology. I would highly recommend her without any hesitation.
- Oct 2015 ·imported from First Tutors
Farrakh
I needed a tutor for my son, who is studying A-level biology. My son is very happy and satisfied with her teaching. Claire has very good knowledge and teaching abilities. I would highly recommend her.
Claire D. replied
Thank you.
- Oct 2015 ·imported from First Tutors
Bharat
An excellent tutor, Claire is down to earth and well organised. She has unbelievable knowledge in the subject (Bio A Level) and gets this knowledge across so well. Her motivation is to teach my daughter to get the best possible grade and this comes across in the lesson. Thank you Claire.
Claire D. replied
Thank you