Joanna
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Parent of A-Level Student
The A level tutoring made such a difference to my son, who had left studying until the final hour, managing to turn E and U grades into 3 C grades. Amazing.
WINNER — TUTORING SPECIALISTS OF THE YEAR 2025
Derby A-Level Tutors Who Close the Mock-to-UCAS Gap
Our Derby A-Level tutors lift predicted grades by a band, sometimes two, before UCAS sees them. Most start in Year 12, ahead of the January mocks that lock the offer band in for good.
From £37/hr · rates agreed directly with your tutor
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FROM YEAR 12 MOCKS TO YEAR 13 OFFER
What a Derby A-Level Tutor Diagnoses in Week One
By the end of Year 12, A-Level grades are already shaping the predicted grade UCAS will see. Our Derby A-Level tutors close the depth-gap that costs students the A and A* marks, and the A-Level tutoring plan builds Year 13 confidence from there.
"The A level tutoring made such a difference to my son, who had left studying until the final hour, managing to turn E and U grades into 3 C grades. Amazing."
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What A-Level Subjects Do We Cover?
A-Level Maths Tutoring
Pure, mechanics and statistics — three subjects in one. Tutors target the topics your child is losing most marks on first.
A-Level Biology Tutoring
The volume of content catches most students out. We help your child structure revision and master the long-answer questions.
A-Level Chemistry Tutoring
Mechanisms, calculations and required practicals — broken down with the worked-example clarity school often skips.
A-Level Physics Tutoring
Most marks are won on multi-step problem solving. Our tutors teach the exam-board technique alongside the physics.
A-Level Economics Tutoring
Evaluation answers are where the A and A* grades are won. We focus on the analysis chain examiners actually reward.
A-Level Psychology Tutoring
Studies, theories and AO3 evaluation. Our tutors know exactly which detail wins marks and which is wasted effort.
A-Level History Tutoring
Source analysis, interpretation essays and the 25-markers — we help your child argue clearly under timed conditions.
A-Level English Literature Tutoring
For students who understand the text but freeze on the timed essay. We build structure and exam technique.
A-Level Computer Science Tutoring
Programming projects, theory exams and the NEA — we cover the whole specification, not just the parts school taught.
MEET THE TUTORS
Derby A-Level tutors who know the Loughborough and Nottingham gates
Our Derby A-Level tutors have worked with Year 12s and 13s aiming at Loughborough, the University of Nottingham, Sheffield and the wider Russell Group. Browse the roster, or we'll make the introduction.
Alexandra
Ella Meehan
Randa Jneid
Sarah Round
Dianne Shannon
Callum Kendray
Jessica B
Malvina Ferzaj
Cadell Langlands
Annishka White
Holly Weaver
Dora Abbi
Connor Harrison
Arianna Seraj
Ariana Lopez Clift
Faizaan Butt
Kailash Balamurugan
Nicole Major
Anastasia Picton-Vraka
Mufid Rahman
Alisha Amin
Corinna Hudson
Mobashira Amatul
Daniel Beech
REAL RESULTS, REAL FAMILIES
100+ 5-Star Reviews From Parents and Students
Daljit
★★★★★
Parent of A-Level Student
My son gained almost two grades higher than his year 13 mock paper. His tutor was excellent.
Alison
★★★★★
Parent of A-Level Student
My son has been receiving tutor lessons in A Level History and A Level Sociology since the beginning of this year. The tutor has been such a tremendous support, teaching him content as well as exam technique.
Sarom
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Parent of A-Level Student
The Degree Gap has been very helpful in tutoring my son for his economics A Level. His tutor has lots of patience, keeps lessons interesting and is a good motivator. The subject matter expertise is excellent.
Nick
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Parent of A-Level Student
Our son has been receiving tuition for Psychology A Level. The tutor has provided a solid base of support outside of school lessons and helped him to improve his latest grades.
Mahir
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A-Level Student
My tutor was an excellent teacher that helped me gain real grip of the complicated areas in my subjects like economics. I'd highly recommend for anyone looking to consistently perform at their best.
Nicolai
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A-Level Student
Before joining The Degree Gap, I found it hard to follow the curriculum. The sessions helped everything click. Lessons were calm, focused, and easy to understand. Highly recommend.
J.O.
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A-Level Student
At first I was hesitant on getting a tutor, but this wasn't the case. My tutor helped me massively with my essays, topics I didn't understand, and overall confidence with the subject. I highly recommend.
Binh
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A-Level Student
My sessions were super simple compared to what I'd experienced with other teachers. I really enjoyed my time and would highly recommend it to people.
Dan
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A-Level Student
The Degree Gap really helped me get through my A-levels and made a massive difference when helping me get into my first choice of university.
Serena
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A-Level Student
My tutor is a very intuitive and superb teacher. She listened to my specific concerns and bolstered my confidence in answering questions. She taught me how to think critically and helped me through this highly demanding course. I will happily recommend without a second thought.
Lisa
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Parent
The Degree Gap has exceeded all my expectations. They have gone above and beyond to pair both my sons with the appropriate tutors, all of whom have been exceptional. Both my sons exceeded their expected grades in their GCSEs and A Levels and got into their first choice universities. I cannot recommend them highly enough.
Kachi
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University Student
My tutor transformed my performance in mathematical economics modules, taking me from a third class to a first. His patience and ability to adapt to my needs exceeded my expectations.
Alex
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University Student
Cannot recommend The Degree Gap highly enough. Quick and helpful responses. I was immediately matched with a very competent tutor who was a massive help in helping me exceed my target grade and achieve a first class degree at university.
Aila
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University Applicant
My tutor was amazing. He helped me shape my personal statement into something I was truly proud of, and thanks to his support, I got into my dream university. Highly recommend to anyone applying to uni.
Tommy
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University Student
I wish I had found The Degree Gap when I was sitting my school exams. They helped with my dissertation work and without their help I am not sure I would have graduated so successfully and landed a successful job.
Will
★★★★★
University Applicant
I was helped with writing a personal statement for a masters degree. The advice offered helped significantly, giving great insight. I would definitely recommend to others.
Jeanne
★★★★★
University Applicant
I received quick and extremely helpful feedback on my personal statement for my master's applications. I can't recommend The Degree Gap enough.
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WHAT COULD BE NEXT
Post-18 Routes from Derby's A-Level Set
Three routes most Derby A-Level tutoring students take after UCAS results day.
Universities
The University of Nottingham is the most-applied-to Russell Group destination for Derby A-Level students, with Loughborough strong on Engineering and Sport Science alongside it. An A-Level Maths tutor or A-Level Sciences tutor in Year 12 is usually what lifts a predicted B into the A or A* the competitive STEM courses ask for.
Degree Apprenticeships
Rolls-Royce runs Level 6 degree apprenticeships from Sinfin across engineering disciplines, with Toyota at Burnaston and Alstom at Litchurch Lane alongside it. Most ask BBB to AAB at A-Level, with A-Level Maths tutoring or A-Level Physics tutoring at the higher end often what separates an offer from a near-miss.
Career Pathways
Engineering is the dominant Derby route, with Rolls-Royce, Toyota and Alstom together pulling the city’s STEM A-Level leavers. Healthcare via Nursing and Medicine degrees feeds the NHS Derby and Burton trust, with A-Level English Literature tutoring or A-Level History tutoring also leading into the legal and education routes Derby students often take.
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Find a A-Level Tutor in Derby
Get in touch and we'll connect you with the right A-Level tutor for your child. We'll ask a few questions about their subjects, year group, and exam board — and introduce you to a tutor who fits.
Frequently Asked Questions
My son got a grade 8 at GCSE Maths but is struggling at A-Level. What's going on?
But A-Level Maths is genuinely a different subject from GCSE, especially the pure-mechanics-stats balance. Derby A-Level tutors find that gap in the first session, usually on a past paper, and the plan from session two builds the depth Year 13 papers actually demand.
My daughter is struggling with A-Level Sciences. What does a tutor do differently?
First session is diagnostic, usually on a recent past paper. An A-Level Sciences tutor in Derby works out whether the gap is content (A2 building on A1 foundations), exam technique (the long-answer questions where AO3 marks live) or the calculation steps under timed pressure. The plan from session two builds back from where the gap actually started.
What does Derby A-Level retake support look like?
Different from first-attempt tutoring. Retake students usually know the content but need to fix what went wrong on exam day, where pacing slipped, where evaluation went shallow. We pair Derby retake students with A-Level tutors who've coached the exact specification before, and the work is faster and more targeted than a Year 12 plan.
How much does A-Level tutoring in Derby cost per session?
From £37 per hour. The rate depends on the subject and the tutor, agreed before booking. Most Derby families settle on weekly hour-long sessions through Year 12, with a second session added in the run-up to Year 13 January mocks.