Business Studies tutor · Cheltenham
Nicola S.
A Level/GCSE Business teacher of 30 years alongside being an examiner/tutor
Business Studies tutor · Cheltenham
A Level/GCSE Business teacher of 30 years alongside being an examiner/tutor
About
With over 30 years of teaching experience and 20 years as an examiner, I have helped thousands of students achieve success in Business Studies qualifications at GCSE and A-Level.
My extensive classroom experience, combined with my examiner insight, enables me to provide students with a clear understanding of both the subject content and what exam boards are looking for. I support students in developing the skills needed to maximise their performance in assessments/examinations.
Why Students Choose Me
✔ Over 30 years of successful teaching experience
✔ 20 years of examiner experience
✔ Proven record of helping students improve grades and confidence
✔ Specialist knowledge of exam technique and mark schemes
✔ Patient, supportive and encouraging approach
✔ Tailored lessons to suit individual learning needs
One of my greatest strengths is helping students develop excellent exam technique. Many students understand the content but struggle to translate that knowledge into high-mark answers. I teach students how to structure responses, apply business theory effectively, analyse case studies and meet the requirements of command words to gain maximum marks.
I work with students of all abilities, from those needing support to build confidence and secure a pass grade, to those aiming for the highest grades. Lessons are engaging, personalised and focused on achieving progress.
My goal is simple: to help students understand Business Studies knowledge, gain confidence, and achieve the best possible examination outcome.
Subjects & pricing
from £65/hr
Languages
- English Native
Qualifications
Teaching qualification
- PGCE Economics Certificate checked · Worcester · 1996 Worcester · 1996 Certificate checked
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- Sept 2025 ·imported from First Tutors
Harri
Nicola is an excellent tutor who communicates in a clear and supportive way with my son who is new to Business Studies. Nicola works hard to find out the gaps in knowledge and gives lots of exercises and resources to support learning, and we appreciate the care she takes to write a report after every lesson. Her experience with exam boards is also very reassuring.
- Nov 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Vinni
Nikki has a great tutoring style and helped to identify areas of support quickly. Very experienced with a friendly and supportive style. Highly recommend.
- Nov 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Belinda
Nikki has made the world of difference for my daughter, E. E tells me that Nikki is very clear and easy to understand and E particularly enjoys the fact that Nikki explains to her how she can improve. That has been really important in helping E develop much more confidence in her abilities. E says Nikki goes 'above and beyond' in providing tips and resources. As a parent, I find Nikki to be extremely approachable and always willing to address specific issues. I have also been very impressed at all the back-up resources and references that Nikki provides as well as the high level of feedback. All much appreciated.
- Oct 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Ermira
I just wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for Nicole and the incredible support she has provided my son during his A-level studies. She has been an amazing teacher, and her dedication to helping him succeed has made a significant difference. Nicole’s ability to explain complex concepts in a way that is easy to understand has boosted his confidence and understanding of the material. I can’t recommend her enough! Thank you, Nicole, for all that you do!
- Oct 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Claire
Nikki is an amazing tutor. She has built my son’s confidence and really helped with exam technique in a short period of time. So pleased we found her. Honestly, if you can get a slot with Nikki you won’t be disappointed.
- Sept 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Lynn
Nicola did a great job tutoring my son on his A level Business mocks. He progressed quickly and achieved a two notch increase. Thank you!
- Jun 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Joanne
Nicky has been very patient and thorough with our son. He enjoyed his sessions with her and has always been happy to engage with Nicky who succeeded in building an excellent working relationship with him. We would have no hesitation in recommending Nicky strongly.
- May 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Varinder
My daughter is thoroughly enjoying her lessons with Nicola. She makes sure for every lesson they are tailored to where my daughter is finding business challenging. I could not recommend her highly enough.
- Apr 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Vicki
Excellent tutor! Nikki , built a great rapport very quickly Supported my son greatly in the run up to his A level Mocs , Very flexible , knew her subject well Covered a lot in a short space of time Definite recommend , will be continuing …
- Jan 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Dee
I am delighted to have found Nikki as a tutor for my year 11 son. Since starting lessons with Nikki he has come on so well with his Business Studies and is enjoying the subject a lot more. Nikki is extremely knowledgeable, and immediately knew the areas that my son needed help with and what to focus on. Nikki always provides feedback after each lesson so that we know what progress is being made and what requires further attention. Would highly recommend Nikki.
- Nov 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Julie
My daughter has found the lessons really helpful so far. Nicola makes the lessons engaging even though its online. Communication has been great.
- Sept 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Shilpa
Excellent teacher and very through knowledge of subject.
- Sept 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Rebecca
Nikki is a great tutor for my daughter. Nikki has a great personality and my daughter enjoys the sessions and has made progress in her GCSE business studies. Nikki has great communication and is very organised and would highly recommend.
- Aug 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Bri
Nikki has a lovely personality, is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about her subjects, and is very thorough in her teaching. Her explanations of topics are clear and comprehensive and she provides constructive feedback, making sure a topic is thoroughly understood before moving on to the next one. We cannot recommend Nikki as a tutor highly enough, she is great!
- May 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Nicole
Nikki is a great tutor for my 16yo son. She’s such a great communicator, accommodating and reliable that he’s making good progress for his GCSE business studies. Thank you!!
- Jan 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Caroline
We could not be happier with the tutoring that Nicola is giving to our son. He is making great progress and looks forward to his lessons with her.
- Sept 2022 ·imported from First Tutors
Helen
Nicola was a great tutor and gave my daughter all the support and encouragement she needed alongside expert teaching. I would highly recommend her
- Jan 2022 ·imported from First Tutors
Alison
Nikki is an amazing tutor. She is reliable, a great communicator and makes lessons good fun. My son really enjoys his A-level business studies sessions with Nikki
- Jun 2020 ·imported from First Tutors
anna
Nikki, was great with our son. She quickly worked out what would make the biggest difference for him in his A level preparation and started with those topics/strategies. His confidence and understanding in the subject quickly grew with her tutoring. As a result he has decided that he would like to further his study of Business at Uni. I think she would be great will all academic levels. Her communication with us as parents about the sessions was also excellent. I would highly recommend Nikki.
Hourly rates
£65–£75/hr
Varies by subject. See breakdown above.