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Zara

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Zara
Zara
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Bristol, Avon BS6
Feedback Score:
+5
Member Since: 10/10/2010
Last Login: 18 months ago
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My Qualifications

PhD
University of Leeds
Biochemistry
Distinction  (2004)

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Biochemistry----£40£40
Biology---£40£40£40
Chemistry---£40-£40

Information about Zara

I hold a Ph.D in medical biochemistry and PCGHE (post-graduate) teaching qualification from the University of Kent. I have six years teaching experience at University level (University of Bristol and University of Kent) and six years experience working as a tutor.

Having working as a research scientist for many years, I have both a theoretical and practical understanding of the sciences - this perspective is something my students find invaluable, as it helps them understand how science in the textbook links to everyday life and technological advances.

I teach AQA, OCR A OCR B and Edexcel SNAB exam boards, and have a bank of past exam question papers that I go through with the student at the end of each topic. I am an examiner with AQA, and it the past have worked as an examiner with Edexcel. This experience has given me a chance to delve deeper into the exam marking system. I will give you exam-board specific tips on how best to phrase your answer to match the mark scheme requirements.

I come across as a friendly and motivated teacher. Tutoring takes place in a relaxed but goal-oriented atmosphere. I strongly believe that negative barriers with studies can be turned into positive outcomes with correct guidance and motivation. Many of my past students have gone on to achieve top marks in GCSE and A-levels, and pursued successful careers.

I specialise in one-to-one private tuition in Chemistry and Biology for students at A-level and University. I also tutor Biology and Biochemistry up to University level (including A-level), and Chemistry up to first year University level.

I tutor from the Clifton area. I can teach online.


Cancellation Policy: I operate a strict 48 h no-refund cancellation policy once lessons are booked - this ensures that I don`t have empty slots when there are other students on the waiting list.Please clarify cancellation policy if unsure, before purchasing my details via this site. I reserve the right to cancel lessons in the rare instances when I feel I am not the right match for the tutee, or due to non-attendance, lateness or disruptive behaviour.

Availability: Weekdays, Evenings, Weekends

Willing to travel: Home Only

Experience: 6 years teaching at University of Kent and University of Bristol
8 years as a private tutor

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Feedback For Zara (5)

We have a total of 5 review(s) for Zara.

Chantelle (Miss)
11/03/2020

5/5 Rating

Zara has really helped to improve my confidence and ability in answering exam questions. I would recommend her to anyone in need of support.


Alex (Miss)
09/04/2019

5/5 Rating

Zara is a fantastic Biology tutor. I have been doing University Level Biology with her and she has helped me fully understand what I am studying. Before taking lessons with Zara I really struggled with my course but now I feel confident in my studies and my grades have improved greatly! I highly recommend her as a tutor.


Alistair (Mr)
01/03/2018

5/5 Rating

Our daughter is in the lower sixth studying A level Chemistry.Zara is very thorough and our daughter`s confidence has improved. Zara is supportive, knowledgeable and encouraging. We would recommend her.


Tanya (Miss)
17/06/2017

5/5 Rating

We started seeing Zara just before A levels when she just couldn`t get the grades she needed in chemistry . Exams are ongoing so we don`t know the results ,but Zara has been amazing : my daughter found chemistry so hard , especially the maths , and interpreting the questions was a real problem, but Zara has given her really well -explained techniques to help her understand what to look for and how to understand what she is being asked : this was something we just hadn`t been able to help her with . Exams are ongoing but my daughter is so much happier now , and whatever the result will carry this knowledge forward to university . We are very grateful for the organised , knowledgeable and calm tutoring she has had .


Jacob (Mr)
29/08/2011

5/5 Rating

Dear Zara
Your tutoring made all the difference to my son. He achieved an A in his A level Biology exam and he could not have done that without your help. I was so impressed by your organisation and the resources you provided. Thank you for the intensive tuition you provided in the last couple of weeks . Your flexibility was really important to us. We actually travelled 30 miles into Bristol to your sessions and I felt extremely fortunate to have found a tutor of your calibre.You are an outstanding tutor.
Thank you
Beth C


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