Ope J.

Hi, I’m Ope. I tutor OCR A-Level Chemistry with one main focus: exam technique improvement.

A lot of students understand the content but stay stuck on a B or C because their answers are not written in the way the examiners expect and they struggle to get the marks needed for their target grade. That’s what we focus on. If that sounds like your child (or you!), then please keep on reading.

What I help with:

Moving from “I kind of get it” to scoring higher on assessments and exams, using OCR-style questions and prioritising mark scheme language. 

Improving answer structure when answering weightier questions. This includes understanding command words e.g Describe vs explain, highlighting key phrases, using mark allocation to guage depth needed in an answer.

Targeted homework to fill in gaps of weak areas identified during sessions, and a suggested revision routine where necessary. 

Why me

I have 15+ years tutoring experience online and my sessions are exam prep forward.

Specialist OCR A focus, so emphasis on past paper practice which is aligned to the exam-board.

2x Russell Group grad + scholarship winner: MSc Green Chemistry (University of York) and 1st Class Hons BSc Chemistry with Biochemistry (Queen Mary, University of London)

I'm passionate about Chemistry and helping students see the "why" behind concepts so they can apply that to solving problems in an unfamiliar exam situation.

How lessons work

In the first session, we start with a quick diagnostic to determine weak areas - organic / physical / inorganic - and why marks are being lost (problem of understanding/ poor technique). Then we use a simple cycle each week: do a brief recall of the topic, practise exam-style questions, review against the mark scheme, and set focused homework to lock it in during the week which we review in the following session. I also suggest revision tactics and topics to focus on during the week.

If your child is currently working at a B/C and aiming for an A or A*, message me with their current grade and their target grade and I’ll be happy to see where I can assist.

Availability

Limited places. Please check the calendar for available slots.

My approach to tutoring

Most students don’t need more content. They need a better method in exams. Sessions are structured and practical:

Step 1: Diagnose weak areas and problems (timing, weak phrasing, missed steps, lack of understanding)

Step 2: Plug knowledge gaps with short teaching where needed

Step 3: Exam training using OCR-style questions, using the mark scheme to solidify technqiue.

Step 4: Regular homework: a short set of targeted questions to improve weak points identified during the session.

Step 5: Track progress in next session: we review what has improved and what still needs work at the start of the next session

For parents

I send a brief update after sessions so you know what we worked on and what your child should do next during the week.

Best fit

Students working at B/C who are aiming for A/A* and are willing to do the work in between sessions to see improvement, with the right guidance and OCR-specific insight.