My background and experience
I read Biology at Sheffield University, followed by a Masters degree in Genetic Engineering at UEA. After working in research, I did a PGCE and then began teaching A level Biology in sixth form colleges.
I taught A level Biology (and nothing else) at a top college for 29 years, up to 2025.
The Biology department was rated outstanding, as were my lessons in the most recent OFSTED.
My classes have achieved in the top 1% of national A level Biology sixth-form college classes for value-added results. Many students have achieved full marks in exams.
I started tutoring online in 2012, and left college teaching in 2025 to focus fully on tuition.
Overall I have 30 years experience of specialising in teaching A level biology, including 14 years of tutoring experience.
“Tom has been an exceptional tutor who has supported my daughter in her application to study Medicine. He has been excellent in explaining content whilst maintaining a clear focus on the requirements of the exam board. As a teacher myself, I really appreciate Tom’s level of professionalism. He has always been friendly and reliable.”
“From a parent perspective, Tom is incredibly organised with the sessions which makes life easier. Dates are booked in in advance, links and reminders are sent automatically and he invoices at the end of the month which saves you from having to remember to pay in advance each week. Would really recommend Tom to anyone who needs help with biology A level. My son has made a huge amount of progress and has grown in confidence over the sessions which has made an impact on his grades.”