Will Nicholson

My lessons are structured, supportive and personalised to each student. I always begin by finding out what a student is confident with and where the gaps are. This helps me plan lessons that target the exact areas they need most help with, rather than repeating content they already know. From there, I break topics down into clear, simple steps, using examples, diagrams, and real exam questions to show how ideas fit together in practice.

In Chemistry, Physics and Maths, many students struggle not because they lack ability, but because the subjects move quickly or the explanations don’t quite make sense to them. So in my sessions we slow things down, focus on understanding first, and only then move towards more challenging questions. I give students strategies to approach calculations, problem-solving tasks and longer exam questions, so they learn how to think through a problem rather than just memorise steps.

Past-paper practice is a regular part of my teaching, because it builds confidence and teaches students how to apply knowledge under exam conditions. I also help them develop revision techniques, identify what examiners are looking for, and avoid common mistakes.

I graduated from Durham University this summer with a BSc in Chemistry and Physics, and I have experience tutoring students of different abilities—from those trying to secure a pass to those aiming for the highest grades. Lessons are friendly, calm and encouraging, and students are always welcome to ask questions or go back over something until it makes sense. My aim is for every student to finish each session feeling more confident than when they started.