Online Physics tutor
Gary D.
Very experienced and knowledgeable physics tutor with extensive experience of all main exam boards.
Hourly rate
£45/hr
Online Physics tutor
Very experienced and knowledgeable physics tutor with extensive experience of all main exam boards.
About
After 35 years experience as a successful secondary school teacher I have now retired from the classroom to focus on private tuition. I am a physics graduate and have taught physics to A level every year since qualifying, including at GCSE level as triple science and also as part of combined/double science. For the majority of my school teaching career I was a Head of Physics or Head of Science so am very experienced at writing, marking and moderating assessments. Most recently I taught in a high achieving school where large numbers of students take physics at A level and a significant proportion gain the highest grades and continue to highly regarded universities.
As a very experienced qualified teacher, I am very familiar with the requirements of the examination boards as well as effective methods to enable students to gain high grades. I am aware of common misconceptions that students may have about different topics and how best to overcome misunderstandings. I can help with revision before assessments and can support students with developing successful exam techniques. I can also support students with the transition to A level either prior to starting the A level or during the course.
As a private tutor I draw on all of my school teaching experience to plan and deliver lessons that suit the needs of the individual student. I prepare structured lessons involving relevant resources and I provide written feedback after each lesson on the lesson coverage and the student`s progress. I have tutored many students for hundreds of hours online including oversees students taking international GCSEs and A levels.
Subjects & pricing
Languages
- English Native
Qualifications
Higher education
- BSc (Hons) Physics Certificate checked · University of Exeter · 1982 University of Exeter · 1982 Certificate checked
- MA Education Certificate checked · Anglia Polytechnic University · 2000 Anglia Polytechnic University · 2000 Certificate checked
Teaching qualification
- PGCE Education Certificate checked · The Institute of Education, University of London · 1987 The Institute of Education, University of London · 1987 Certificate checked
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- Apr 2025 ·imported from First Tutors
Mu
Gary is a great tutor. His lesson is well prepared and structured. He is very patient and he goes in detail to explain difficult topics to ensure a good understanding. Highly recommend.
Gary D. replied
Many thanks for your kind comments.
- Apr 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
ROGER
Gary has been helping my Son for the last 5-6 weeks with his A level Physics and has been a great help. Gary is an excellent tutor, very well organised, and reliable. Lessons are pre-planned and always pitched at the correct level. Lesson notes are then provided with some 'homework' questions. Gary knows his subject inside out and has the skill to impart that knowledge effectively to his students. We highly recommend Gary as a Physics tutor.
Gary D. replied
Thank you very much Roger for your feedback. I am very glad that your son finds my lessons a great help.
- Apr 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Janet
Excellent, clear, well prepared and enjoyable sessions. Gary takes great care to ensure each lesson is pitched at the right level for my son, giving him plenty of opportunity to ask questions and consolidate his learning. We are very pleased with the progress our son has made.
Gary D. replied
Many thanks for your feedback. I am glad that your son finds the lessons helpful.
- Jan 2024 ·imported from First Tutors
Kelly
Gary has been amazing support for my daughter who has been struggling with A-Level Physics. She is finding the weekly sessions are helping her grasp the missing areas within the subject that are fundamentally sealing the information she needs to retain for her final exams this year. Gary explains and gives many examples within the sessions on the topic of that week, questions Harriet to make sure she is understanding and also finding out what knowledge she knows to then work on that and build up on this. Gary sets homework which is very important to help Harriet continue the studying within her own time and to maintain what she has learnt. I as the parent receives a weekly email after the session that updates me on what the contents consisted off and what and where Harriet has improved or areas she needs more help with. I also get to see the home work set. I would totally recommend Gary for anyone needing a Physics tutor.
Gary D. replied
Thank you very much Kelly for your feedback. I am very pleased that Harriet Is finding the lessons beneficial and that you find my regular communication helpful.
- Nov 2023 ·imported from First Tutors
Milena
My daughter finds the lessons with Mr Diamond very helpful for her physics A level. He uses different sources and he clearly explains topics. With Mr Diamond's support, she is getting more confident and successful in the subject.
Gary D. replied
Thank you very much Milena for your feedback. I am glad that your daughter finds my lessons very helpful and that she is getting more confident with physics.