BIOLOGY TUTORING BY GEM

07/09/2026

Lovely lovely feedback from one of my incredible students.

More lovely feedback 🥹 ⬇️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/72t5DMAXkx7bJY237?g_st=ic

07/09/2026

RESULTS DAY - AUG 2026

A few weeks have passed and I am still bursting with pride 🤩

First-choice University places secured for almost all of my students 👏

Hearing that my student's have not only gained a grade they didn't think they could achieve, but also confidence in themselves, makes me proud beyond belief.

My amazing students have shown incredible dedication and commitment to understanding the content, adapting their terminology and approach in order to gain previously inaccessible marks.

Wishing all my incredible students the best of luck in all their future endeavours, they are all destined for success 🥹

A LEVEL
👩🏻‍⚕️B ➡️ A!
(off to University to study Medicine)

👩🏻‍⚕️C ➡️ A !! (3 marks off an A* ... waiting for a remark!)
(off to University to study Medicine)

🏃‍➡️ C/B ➡️ B
(secured the B he needed to study Physio)

👨‍🔬 B (with English as a second language - INCREDIBLE result)
(secured a place at University of Southampton to study Chemical Engineering)

🧠 C/D ➡️ B
(off to University to study Psychology)

💊 B
(off to University to study Pharmacy - and what a WONDERFUL pharmacist the world will gain)

U ➡️ D (4 marks off a C .. waiting for a remark)
(incredible turn around from failing)

👨‍⚕️B
(secured the B required to study Medicine!)

🏃‍➡️C
(secured the C required to study Physio!)

🏃‍➡️U ➡️ D
(secured the grade required to study Physio!)

GCSE

5 ➡️ 8 (WOW!)
(continuing his studies of Biology at A level!)

👨‍🔬8 ➡️ 9
(continuing his studies of Biology at A level!)

👨‍⚕️8 ➡️ 9
(off to Sixth form to continue studying Biology in anticipation of studying Medicine!💊)

🧬 5
(pursuing a career in the Police - he will be a HUGE asset to the police force)

🧑‍🎨 4 ➡️ 5
(incredibly proud of this student gaining a Science GCSE a year early)

(Mock/Average grade before tuition with me ➡️ Actual grade achieved)

09/10/2025

VERY BELATED RESULTS DAY POST 2025

I am grateful to have had an incredibly busy start to the academic year, so I never got around to posting about Results Day but better late than never!

Proud is an understatement.

The dedication and commitment my students consistently showed led to some fantastic results and opened doors to exciting opportunities and courses.

Watching you all grow in both confidence and knowledge was truly rewarding, and I couldn't be prouder of everything you’ve accomplished.

Keep being curious, keep asking questions. The world needs brilliant minds like yours! 🧠🔬

Predicted grade/average before tuition ➡️ Grade Achieved

A ➡️A* - studying Law at Uni of Birmingham
D ➡️B - studying Psychology at Manchester Met
B/A ➡️A - studying Medicine at UCLAN
D ➡️A - studying Optometry at Uni of Sheffield !!!
U ➡️D - first choice Uni of Cardiff to study Physiotherapy
B - studying Medicine In Sheffield
U ➡️C- first choice Uni in Newcastle !!!
B - applying for Dentistry
C - studying Physiotherapy at First choice Uni

8 ➡️9 in Bio
5➡️9 in Bio (was going to sit the foundation paper before starting tuition!!)
3 ➡️5/5
5/5 studying health

WOW 🎉

21/08/2025

📚✨ Feeling incredibly proud as this exam season officially comes to an end. Over the past year, I’ve had the privilege of supporting some amazing students through their A Level and GCSE Biology journeys and what a journey it’s been!

To see students go from hating biology to calling it their favourite subject... to watch their confidence grow with every session... and to hear that they walked into exams feeling prepared and calm, it means everything. 💚

Messages like these remind me why I do what I do. It's not just about grades, it’s about helping students believe in themselves, enjoy learning, and feel capable of tackling even the trickiest topics. I’m so proud of all the progress they’ve made, not just academically, but personally too.

To all my students: thank you for trusting me, working so hard, and showing up with curiosity and determination. And to parents who’ve shared kind words, your support means the world.

28/05/2025

The three week countdown is on!

21 days from now the A level exams will be done and my students will have a very well deserved summer break ahead of their exciting future endeavours.

The majority of my current students are sitting their exams this year so I do have availability to take on a few more students for the next academic year.

If you are looking for an experienced, supportive and knowledgable Biology Tutor to support you through your A levels or GCSE's please don't hesitate to get in touch.

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01/10/2024

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Lovely reviews from parents and students I tutored last year !

https://maps.app.goo.gl/n4KL7XMS4eWvnqqKA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

23/09/2024

RESULTS DAY - AUG 2024
(A very belated post!)

Weeks later and I am still bursting with pride 🤩

My wonderful students showing that hard work really does pay off ✏️ Almost every student achieved their predicted grade or higher …

… these huge achievements are the product of dedication and working smart.

A LEVEL

👩🏻‍⚕️C ➡️ A !!
(off to Uni of Manchester to study nursing)

➕A
(secured the A he needed to study Maths at Uni of Bristol)

👀 B
(secured the B needed to study Optometry!)

👨‍⚕️B
(hoping to study Medicine!)

👩🏻‍⚕️
(Secured a place at Huddersfield Uni to study Pharmacy)

GCSE
👨‍🔬7 ➡️ 9
(off to his dream Sixth Form to continue studying Biology at A level!)

👨‍⚕️7➡️9
(off to Sixth form to continue studying Biology in anticipation of studying Medicine!💊)

🧬 7
(off to Sixth form to continue studying Biology at A level)

🧑‍🎨 3 ➡️ 4
(incredibly proud of this student gaining a Science GCSE)

(Average grade before tuition with me ➡️ Actual grade achieved)

06/02/2024

WEBSITE IS LIVE! 😄

https://www.onlinebiologytutoring.co.uk/

(a big thank you to my wonderful friend Laura Badley for helping me design my website)

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13/09/2023

RESULTS - AUG 2023

Results day is always a nerve wracking day even for teachers and tutors! As the messages rolled in my nerves transformed into a beaming smile that (weeks later!!) is still there 😁

I am bursting with pride.

Hard work was rewarded and almost every one of my students achieved their predicted grade or higher.

Look at these HUGE achievements …

Year 12 mock exam grade > Actual A level result

👷‍♂️E ➡️ B (just a few marks off an A!!! Off to study engineering)

👨‍⚕️ A ➡️ A (into medical school)

👩‍⚕️U ➡️ C (into her first choice uni for nursing)

👩‍⚕️ D ➡️ B (into her first choice uni for psychology)

I am very grateful to be starting this next academic year with a full diary. If any slots become available I will update this page.

11/01/2023

What an honour to be nominated for a Ribble Valley Business award!!! 🥹

The last 16 months of self-employment have been the best 16 months of my working life and I am so proud of what my students and I have achieved!

Our first Sunday shout-out! Huge congratulations go to BIOLOGY TUTORING BY GEM Brabins village store and coffee shop Clitheroe Decorating Centre Curious Vintage EQ Woman Womenswear - Lancashire Feathers & Florence who have all been nominated for a Ribble Valley Business Award! 🎉 Just click the ‘Learn More’ button on our FB profile then ‘Enter Now’ to start your application. Good luck!

There's no voting aspect to the awards, so you don't need to worry about asking for votes or re-nominations 😊

If anyone would like to help us celebrate more of our fabulous Ribble Valley businesses, nominations can be made until 19 January via the 'Learn More' button 🤩