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Meet our IGCSE tutors
Our team is a combination of recent graduates who sat these exams themselves and qualified teachers with years of classroom and examining experience.

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Anant is a tutor currently studying Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST). Having completed his GCSEs with exemplary results—securing 6 A*s across 8 subjects, including top marks in Additional Mathematics, Extended Mathematics, Computer Science, Chemistry, Physics, and Economics—he possesses a deep, foundational mastery of the STEM and quantitative curricula. Beyond his own academics, Anant actively builds machine learning models, engages with top-tier quantitative finance firms like Citadel, and brings extensive experience mentoring peers through the rigors of A Level Mathematics and Computer Science. Specializing in GCSE and A Level Math and Computer Science, he uses patient, real-world analogies to break down complex technical jargon. Anant ensures his students feel completely supported, helping them move beyond rote memorization to build true conceptual understanding, exam confidence, and top-tier results.

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Over the last twenty years I have gained significant classroom and management experience at several State, Grammar and Independent Schools. I have been out of the classroom environment recently but continue to keep up to date with Education Policy and support students away from the school environment via home tutoring.
I am an experienced teacher with a passion towards my subject and have a great desire that all pupils across the ability range are inspired by Science; there is no greater job satisfaction for me than when that inspiration leads to students excelling in examinations or pursuing a career in medicine. As Head of Biology at Kingston Grammar School I managed a team of four experienced teachers- as well as being actively involved in the overall management of the Science department.
I was successful in improving both A-Level and GCSE results year on year. I was responsible for co-ordinating Community Service placements for students in the wider community. I also worked closely with Brunel University with their PGCE programme and was part of a team inspected by OFSTED and I was awarded as ‘outstanding’ in my mentoring work with PGCE students at Kingston Grammar.
Whilst my teaching specialism is Biology I have also taught Chemistry and Physics at key stage three, four and A Level. I have a broad knowledge of the science curriculum and how it fits in to schools academic policies and wider educational policies. I also have a good understanding of International Baccalaureate programs and Vocational courses. I have written schemes of work and working policies for a department as well as full risk assessments for practical work. I also have experience of intake of student new to a school be it a state school or an 11+ or Common Entrance at 13+. I have administered 11+ and 13+ examinations as well as being part of a team of interviewers assessing a student’s suitability for the school.

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Rachel F holds a BA and MA degree in English Literature from the University of London, and is a qualified secondary school teacher in the UK with 15 years' teaching experience in UK state, independent and international schools. Rachel has extensive experience of teaching GCSE, IGCSE and A Level English Language and English Literature across a range of examination boards, with her most recent cohort of IGCSE students all receiving 8s and 9s. Rachel is also an academic, publishing research on English teaching, and has written two books for English teachers on teaching practice, with a third currently on the way. Warm, patient and caring, Rachel is passionate about supporting all students to fulfil their potential and feel confident in their abilities. Rachel is experienced at supporting students with additional needs such as dyslexia, and her many years of teaching experience means she has a range of strategies up her sleeve to support all students, no matter what they are struggling with. Sessions are always structured around individual students' needs, and focused on both analytical and writing skills to ensure students are ready to perform their best in their exams.

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Mukul has tutored more than a thousand students (both Online and Classroom teaching in person) all over the world. He has worked as an Academic Tutor with Revision Village and Crimson Education, supporting school students for IB, A Levels, IGCSE and AP exams. Previously, he held Academic Head and Academic Director positions at Tutela Education. He had also gained experience working as a Math Instructor at The Princeton Review where he worked on improving test scores by inculcating time management skills and test taking strategies.
Mukul brings a proven track record of academic excellence, student success, and personalized instruction. With more than nine years of experience teaching Mathematics and Chemistry across international curricula and mentored students exclusively from Auckland, Berlin, Brisbane, Calgary, Chicago, Dubai, Hanoi, Jakarta, London, Los Angeles, Miami, Moscow, New Delhi, New Jersey, Perth, San Francisco, Seattle, Shanghai, Singapore, Sofia, Tashkent, Tokyo, Toronto, Vancouver, and Zurich. He has supported students across IB, AP, A-levels, AQA, Edexcel, OCR, American, British, European Baccalaureate, IGCSE, Canadian, and NCEA curricula. These experiences have enabled him to develop an adaptable teaching style for his students and help them achieve their academic goals. He likes to take up challenges for short term assignments to prepare struggling students right before the exams. His students have been admitted to top undergraduate programmes at Cambridge, Stanford, Princeton, Cornell, Duke, Brown and many more. Mukul holds an Engineering degree in Biotechnology and worked as a Junior Scientist at a Bioelectronics startup after completing his Bachelor's. As a student, he secured 99.05 percentile on the JEE Mains exam in 2013, competing with over 1.1 million applicants. Hobbies - Playing Cricket and Football.
In class, he is always thinking from your level, putting himself in your shoes and giving you the best opinions and strategies to apply. He tries to break the ice between the student and teacher asap, so he can understand their concerns and help them in an efficient way. He will constantly push you to your limits, so that you achieve as per your capability. His lessons are full of laughter and enthusiasm. He will make sure that you learn Math in the simplest manner. He believes in his students and gets things done via them, so that his students realise their potential. He knows that every student has a unique learning pattern and never backs away from giving extra time beyond the session timings to make sure the student understands the concept entirely. He strives to see the smile on his students' faces after watching them get over their weakness. He shares a great camaraderie with his students, and makes sure they are not trying to mug up the concepts rather understand them and finally derive them, which is the only way they get to know how to apply them, where to apply them.

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I have over 15 years of experience tutoring Mathematics and more than 10 years teaching and tutoring Mathematics and Physics. I have taught IGCSE in the past and have extensive experience tutoring IGCSE and A-Level Mathematics and Physics, particularly with Cambridge International (CIE) and Pearson Edexcel. I help students strengthen their understanding of difficult concepts while also focusing heavily on exam technique, past-paper practice, mark schemes, and the way questions are structured. As an experienced international school teacher and examiner, I understand the importance of showing clear working and giving the precise answers examiners are looking for. I adapt my lessons to each student, whether they need help catching up, improving their grades, or preparing intensively for their final examinations.
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This is Dr. Salma W, a passionate educator with a strong foundation in science and education. I hold a MA degree from Liverpool John Moores University, a PGCE certification, and a MSc degree in Clinical Pharmacy from Al-Azhar University, Egypt. As a former IGCSE student myself, I excelled in multiple A-Level subjects, including physics, achieving very good grades, which gives me a firsthand understanding of the curriculum and what it takes to succeed. With around 10 years of experience teaching science and physics across British curricula, I have spent the past 4 years specializing in A-Level physics (CIE). I focus on building students' problem-solving skills, scientific thinking, and real-world application of concepts through engaging, inquiry-based learning. Having walked the same path my students are on, I continually adapt my methods to incorporate modern educational strategies, helping them develop critical thinking and research skills to prepare them for academic and career success.

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Andrei holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Erasmus University Rotterdam and has seven years of international school teaching experience, alongside more than ten years of private tutoring experience.
He specializes in Mathematics and Economics, with extensive experience preparing students for international qualifications, including Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE Mathematics and Economics and Pearson Edexcel/AQA A-Level Economics. He has worked with students across a wide range of abilities, from those needing additional support to high-achieving students targeting the top grades.
Andrei has a strong track record of helping students make significant academic progress and achieve excellent examination results, including students attaining A/A* grades at IGCSE and A-Level. His lessons combine thorough syllabus coverage with targeted past-paper practice, examination technique, and a clear understanding of how marks are awarded.

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Teaching provides a unique opportunity to shape lives and influence young people towards a responsible future, hence, my passion for teaching. As one with a passion for Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology, I understand that many students face real challenges grasping the concepts of the subjects. Hence, teaching provides me the avenue to tackle this, while also making a contribution; giving back to the society and also challenging myself towards further growth and development. I have taught since my secondary school days; taking more than 800 students in total; at various levels (on a one-on-one basis, in groups and at mass teaching levels). I have also taught at various educational levels (secondary and tertiary) as well as to a diverse range of student ethnic backgrounds with a very high success rate in student comprehension evinced by their later performance. Having gained significant experience teaching this subject, I have a very broad understanding of what is expected of students writing the GCSEs and A-level exams. I have also prepared students for varying exams including the – 11+, 13+, 16+, and curricula - GCSE and A-levels (Edexcel, OCR, AQA), IB (SL and HL) and Scottish National with excellent results from students - most of my students achieving grades 8 and 9. My teaching success rate has been largely due to my deep and vast understanding of the subject matter, coupled with my calm, interesting and engaging manner of communication that makes even an average and uninterested student develop a desire for Maths and Science. I use diverse teaching-aids, web-resources etc. as necessary."
I hold a First Class honours degree in Chemical Engineering and a Masters degree in Advanced Chemical Engineering from the Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine. I am also a UK Qualified Teacher with more than 4000 hours teaching/tutoring experience over a period of 15+ years. This has provided me with diverse experience necessary for tutoring different students' backgrounds with evident successes in the exams. I am hoping to be of help and assistance to any student in need.

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I am Mr. Majid S, Chemistry Teacher at the German International School Beirut, with 30 years of experience teaching Chemistry at the secondary level (Grades 10, 11 and 12). I have a great passion for Chemistry and for helping students develop strong scientific understanding, problem-solving skills, and confidence.
I teach and support students preparing for GCSE, IGCSE and A-Level Chemistry, with particular emphasis on developing the knowledge, analytical skills, mathematical techniques, and examination strategies required for success. I also have two years of direct experience teaching A-Level students.
My extensive experience teaching international Chemistry curricula has given me a strong understanding of the level and style of questions students encounter in external examinations. A-Level and IB Chemistry share considerable common ground in both content and problem-solving skills, and throughout my teaching I regularly use carefully selected questions and problems from previous A-Level examinations because of their relevance, quality, and similarity to the skills required in other rigorous international Chemistry programmes.
This experience allows me to help A-Level students not only understand Chemistry but also learn how to approach examination questions effectively. I can support students with challenging calculations, structured questions, data analysis, practical and experimental concepts, interpretation of graphs and results, organic reaction pathways, and the application of chemical principles to unfamiliar situations.
I am also passionate about computer programming and the use of technology in education, and I integrate technology and interactive resources into my teaching whenever they can make difficult concepts clearer and learning more engaging.
My approach is based on identifying each student's difficulties, strengthening any weak foundations, and then progressively developing the skills needed to tackle more demanding examination questions with confidence. Past-paper practice is an important part of this process, helping students become familiar with question styles, command words, time management, and the level of precision expected in their answers.
Whether a student needs help understanding a particular topic, strengthening calculation and problem-solving skills, revising the full course, or preparing intensively for upcoming GCSE, IGCSE or A-Level examinations, I am ready to provide structured and personalised support.
I strongly believe that Chemistry can be both understandable and enjoyable. When concepts are taught clearly and students are shown how ideas connect, their confidence increases, their examination performance improves, and they begin to appreciate Chemistry as a fascinating scientific discipline.
I look forward to helping GCSE, IGCSE and A-Level Chemistry students develop their knowledge, improve their examination technique, and work towards achieving their full potential through engaging and interactive learning sessions.
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Why IGCSE needs the right tutor
IGCSE is the first set of exams that follows a student for the rest of their education, and it is sat by students in over 150 countries. Grades decide sixth-form and college options, and the volume of subjects makes it easy for one or two to slip.
What makes IGCSE hard to prepare for alone
Students sit eight or more IGCSEs at once, each with its own content and exam technique to manage. Teaching quality and class sizes vary widely between international schools, and families who have moved country mid-course often arrive on a different board or partway through a syllabus. A weak topic rarely gets the individual attention it needs before the exam.
- Eight or more subjects sat at once
- Marks decided by technique, not recall
- Grade 4 and 5 thresholds in English and Maths
How tutoring changes the outcome
One-to-one tutoring targets the two things a classroom cannot: exam technique and the specific topics a student keeps getting wrong. Our tutors work to your syllabus code, whether that is Cambridge or Edexcel International, and mark work the way an examiner would. Confidence follows from that, not the other way round.
- Tutors matched to your school’s specification
- Targeted work on areas of weakness
- Confidence going into the exam
What does IGCSE involve?
IGCSEs are the international version of GCSEs, taken at the end of secondary school, usually at 16. They are taught in over 150 countries by international and independent schools, set mainly by Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel International, and recognised by universities and schools worldwide in exactly the same way as UK GCSEs. Here's how the qualification works.
How IGCSEs work
Students take around eight to ten subjects over two years, usually Year 10 and Year 11. English, Maths and Science form the core, with the remaining subjects chosen from option blocks. Schools have more freedom than in the UK system over which subjects they offer and when students sit them.
- Around eight to ten subjects
- Two years: Year 10 and Year 11
- English, Maths and Science compulsory
- Subject offering varies by school
How you're assessed
IGCSEs are marked by the exam board, not by teachers, and the grade rests on written exams. Cambridge IGCSEs are graded A* to G, while Pearson Edexcel International uses the 9 to 1 scale, so which scale you are working to depends on your board. Some subjects add a practical or spoken element.
- Externally examined, not teacher-marked
- Mainly final written exams
- Practical or spoken element in some subjects
- A*–G on Cambridge, 9–1 on Edexcel
Why they matter
IGCSE grades decide which A-Levels or IB subjects a student can take, and which sixth forms and colleges will accept them, with most courses setting minimum grades in English and Maths. Because they are recognised internationally, they also travel with a student who changes school system or country. Getting them right keeps every later option open.
- Decide which A-Levels or IB subjects you can take
- Recognised by schools and universities worldwide
- English and Maths required by most courses
- Travel with you if you change country
Exam boards we cover
Each exam board sets its own papers and mark schemes. Tell us yours and we'll match you with a tutor who teaches that exact specification.
Will my child get 9–1 or A*–G?
Both are in use, which is a common source of confusion. Cambridge IGCSEs are traditionally graded A*–G, though 9–1 is now offered on some syllabuses. Pearson Edexcel International has moved to 9–1 across the board. Check the syllabus code on your child's timetable. It tells you which scale applies, and your tutor will work to it.
Sitting UK GCSEs instead?
If your school follows AQA, OCR, Pearson Edexcel or WJEC, you are sitting UK GCSEs rather than IGCSEs. The teaching overlaps heavily, but the papers and grading differ. See GCSE tutoring.
Core or Extended: which tier is your child entered for?
In Maths, the Sciences and modern languages, students are entered for one of two tiers. The tier decides which paper they sit and caps the grade available, so it is the single most important thing to confirm before tutoring starts.
Core tier
Covers the essential syllabus content. Grades are capped, so the top grades are not available on this tier. Edexcel International calls the equivalent Foundation.
- Essential syllabus content only
- Top grades not available
- Called Foundation on Edexcel International
Extended tier
Covers the full syllabus and gives access to the top grades. Harder papers, and the tier required for most A-Level and IB courses. Edexcel International calls the equivalent Higher.
- Full syllabus, harder papers
- Top grades available
- Usually required for A-Level or IB
Students entered for Core who are aiming at A-Level often need to move up a tier. Tell us at enquiry and we will build the plan around closing that gap.
IGCSE subjects we cover
Each subject has its own page with topic coverage, tutors and exam board detail.
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What does sitting IGCSEs involve?
IGCSEs are a two year process of learning content with exams at the end. The exact shape depends on your subject and the exam board.
Format and structure
Most IGCSE subjects are assessed by two or three written papers. Maths, Science and modern languages are tiered, with core and extended papers covering different grade ranges. IGCSE sciences commonly use an alternative-to-practical written paper rather than assessed practical work, and IGCSEs carry less coursework overall than UK GCSEs. Which route applies depends on what your school has entered you for.
- Typically two or three written papers
- Question types vary by subject and board
- Core and extended tiers in several subjects
- Alternative-to-practical paper in sciences
Timing and marking
Papers usually run between 1 and 2 hours. Marking is done externally by the exam board, and grades are awarded against boundaries set for each series rather than a fixed percentage. On tiered subjects, the tier a student is entered for caps the grade available.
- Papers commonly 1 to 2 hours
- Externally marked by the exam board
- Grade boundaries set each year
- A*–G or 9–1, depending on your board
Where and when it's sat
IGCSEs run in more than one series a year, which gives students more flexibility over when they sit a subject and when they resit. Exams are normally taken at the school teaching the course; private candidates register with an approved international exam centre themselves. Entries close months in advance, so the timetable is worth checking early.
- More than one exam series each year
- Results published on a set date
- Entries close months in advance
- Private candidates use an approved international centre
How we prepare you for IGCSE
The first session is about understanding where the student is now. The tutor discusses goals with the student and parent, sets measurable outcomes, and develops a roadmap with them. From there, lessons follow a cycle: identify the gaps, work through problems together, then hand over to independent practice, revisiting topics in later sessions until they hold.
Key skills tutors focus on
Content knowledge is the starting point, not the goal. IGCSE papers reward applying what you know to something you have not seen before, and saying it in the words the mark scheme is looking for. Those are trainable skills, and they move faster than content.
- Reading the command word and answering the question asked
- Applying a known method to an unfamiliar context
- Structuring extended answers so every mark is earned
- Working accurately under exam timing
Materials and practice used
Practice comes from real past papers for your board, marked against the official mark scheme. Lessons run on a shared online whiteboard, so worked solutions are saved and can be revisited between sessions, wherever the student is based. Closer to the exam, papers are sat under full timed conditions.
- Past papers and mark schemes for your syllabus code
- Timed papers under exam conditions
- Examiner-style feedback on written work
- Session notes saved after every lesson
Common mistakes we help students avoid
Most lost marks are predictable. Students revise by rereading rather than answering questions, write everything they know instead of what was asked, and leave the long-answer questions until there is no time left. Each one is fixable well before the exam.
- Revising content instead of practising questions
- Ignoring the wording of the mark scheme
- Leaving long-answer questions until last
- Never sitting a full paper against the clock
IGCSE tutoring FAQs
We have answers to your most frequently asked questions. Anything not answered here, please reach out to our team.
Yes. Our GCSE tutors teach both tiers in every tiered subject, including Maths, the sciences and languages. They also teach Cambridge IGCSE Core and Extended, and OxfordAQA Core and Extension. Tell us which tier your child is entered for when you enquire, and we will match a tutor who knows those papers.
Yes. Families who move mid-course often arrive on a different exam board or partway through a syllabus. An IGCSE tutor maps what's already been covered against the new syllabus, fills the gaps and teaches to the new board's exam format.
IGCSEs are the international version of GCSEs. They're taught in over 150 countries and recognised in exactly the same way by universities and schools. Schools have more freedom over which subjects they offer. Cambridge IGCSEs are graded A* to G, and Pearson Edexcel International uses the 9 to 1 scale. Looking for UK GCSEs? See online GCSE tutoring.
Our IGCSE tutors teach the two main international boards: Cambridge International (CIE), Pearson Edexcel International and OxfordAQA International. Tutors work to your syllabus code, so lessons follow exactly what your school teaches and the way your exam is marked.
Tell us your subject, exam board and syllabus in our online form. A Learning Advisor matches you with an IGCSE tutor who teaches that syllabus in your time zone, and the tutor contacts you to book the first lesson. All lessons are one-to-one in our virtual classroom. See how it works.
Online GCSE and IGCSE tutoring with an academic tutor starts from $50 USD (£38) per hour. You can pay as you go, invoiced after each lesson, or buy a package upfront and save between 5% and 15% depending on its size. There are no lock-in contracts or hidden fees. Professional tutors (qualified teachers and examiners) cost from $75 USD (£56) per hour. See our GCSE tutoring prices.
Late cancellations and no-shows are charged at half the lesson fee. That applies if you cancel less than one hour before the start time, or don't turn up. You can still change a session time whenever you need to, as long as you give your tutor notice.
Yes. We tutor students studying UK and international A-Levels and IGCSEs in many countries. Your availability and time zone are recorded when you apply, and you're only matched with a tutor who can teach at times that suit you. You then agree a regular weekly slot that fits around school.
Yes. After every lesson, the tutor logs what was covered and what comes next, and the notes are visible to the family.
A Learning Advisor reviews every application the same day it comes in. Once a suitable tutor is confirmed, they contact you directly to arrange your first lesson. Matching is based on subject, exam board, target grade and availability, including your time zone.
We don't offer a free trial. Instead, every student gets our first session satisfaction guarantee: if you're not happy after your first lesson, we refund it in full and find you another tutor at no cost. See our pricing for what's included.
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