Lucy

Head of Biology and GCSE and A-level specialist Biology teacher in a high achieving school.

Committed to delivering engaging lessons and developing students into confident, aspirational and successful learners.

Tutoring Experience

Masters degree in Educational Practice - Distinction.
PGCE in Secondary Biology - graded 'Outstanding'.

Current Head of Biology.

Achieved record A-level results for my school and have been commended for A level teaching.

Having worked as an examiner for multiple exam boards in Biology, I have experience in marking exam papers and extensive knowledge of the examination requirements for students to achieve the grades they aspire to.

Designed own exam board specific teaching resources and booklets to use with students to break down even the most complex topics for easier understanding and enable students to practice exam technique.

Proactive in helping students with their applications to higher education, including those for Oxbridge and medicine, and in practice interviews.

Tutoring Approach

I take pride in developing positive relationships with my students in order to support them through their education and develop their exam technique, addressing their individual needs with tailor-made teaching styles and resources.

Through use of a supportive and encouraging teaching style, I have motivated even the most unconfident or disengaged students to achieve highly.