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GCSE specialist tutoring
GCSE Maths Tutoring — 91% of Students Reach Grade 7+
Expert 1-on-1 GCSE Maths tutoring for AQA, Edexcel, and OCR. Build exam confidence, tackle problem-solving questions, and reach Grade 7, 8, or 9. Compare the international route with our IGCSE tutoring page.
91%
reach Grade 7 or above
+2.0
average grade improvement
10+
years average tutor experience
Free
first lesson, no commitment
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Assessment structure
How GCSE Maths is assessed.
AQA 8300, Pearson Edexcel 1MA1 and OCR J560 each use three written papers. The exact paper order and mark totals differ, so revision should follow the student's board rather than a generic GCSE Maths plan.
| Structure | AQA (8300) | Edexcel (1MA1) | OCR (J560) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papers | 3 papers: Paper 1 non-calculator; Papers 2-3 calculator | 3 papers: Paper 1 non-calculator; Papers 2-3 calculator | 3 papers per tier: Foundation 01-03; Higher 04-06 |
| Marks | 80 marks per paper; 240 total | 80 marks per paper; 240 total | 100 marks per paper; 300 total |
| Calculator split | Paper 1: no; Papers 2-3: yes | Paper 1: no; Papers 2-3: yes | Middle paper: no; first and final papers: yes |
| Tiers | Foundation 1-5; Higher 4-9 | Foundation 1-5; Higher 4-9 | Foundation 1-5; Higher 4-9 |
All three boards assess the same national content areas and use the same assessment-objective framework, but paper order, raw marks and formula presentation differ. Check the linked specification for the current rules.
Real specialists
Meet tutors with examiner instincts.
Specialist tutors with board knowledge, strong academic backgrounds, and proven grade-improvement records.
AQA ExaminerMr Daniel Carter
Oxford MMath · AQA Senior Examiner
GCSE Maths (AQA, Edexcel, OCR), A-Level Maths
Avg +2.2 grade improvement
Higher Tier SpecialistMs Priya Sharma
Imperial MSc Mathematics
GCSE Maths Foundation and Higher, all exam boards
94% student success rate*
Edexcel SpecialistMr James Okafor
UCL BSc Mathematics · PGCE
GCSE Maths Edexcel 1MA1, Foundation and Higher
100+ students to Grade 9
Pricing & packages
Clear GCSE Maths tutoring rates.
GCSE Maths tutoring is priced by tutor experience and the level of support needed. Packages are available for weekly study, mock preparation and exam-intensive revision.
Tutor levelRateBest for
Foundation supportFrom £15/hrTopic gaps, homework and steady progress
Board specialist£25-£30/hrAQA, Edexcel or OCR revision and mock papers
Exam specialist£35-£40/hrHigher-tier Grade 8-9 goals and intensive preparation
The free trial has no credit-card requirement. We confirm the exact rate and package before regular lessons begin.
Our standard
Every tutor clears a high bar.
UK-qualified teachers
Degree-level subject specialists, many PGCE-trained, who teach to the UK exam standard.
Examiner insight
Tutors who know the mark schemes and coach the exact phrasing that earns every mark.
Vetted & background-checked
Tutors complete interviews, teaching demonstrations and the academy's structured approval process before student assignments.
Matched to your board
You are paired with a specialist in your exact board and tier — never a generalist.
Vetting & safeguarding
Every tutor goes through an application review, interview, identity and reference checks, and a background-verification process before teaching. We review teaching quality and suitability for online work so families can start with a tutor who meets our academic and safeguarding standards.
- •Identity and qualification review
- •Reference checks
- •Structured tutor interview
- •Ongoing teaching-quality review
Lesson flow
Our tutoring process.
Our tutors cover the complete Foundation and Higher tier curriculum, with targeted focus on the topics where students most commonly drop marks.
Step 1
Pinpoint the gaps
We start with recent marks, confidence blockers, and the exact exam board so sessions feel personal from lesson one.
Step 2
Teach the mark scheme
Tutors connect concepts to examiner language, worked examples, and the habits that turn knowledge into marks.
Step 3
Track the lift
Parents see what changed after each session: topics covered, next steps, and the grade trajectory we are building toward.
Session details
Practical support, built around your week.
Keep the routine simple: focused one-to-one lessons, a clear plan, and feedback that shows what to practise next.
Live one-to-one teaching
Work through questions in real time with screen sharing and a digital whiteboard.
Flexible scheduling
Choose after-school, evening or weekend sessions across UK and Gulf time zones.
Trial before commitment
Use the free trial to check the tutor fit before choosing a package.
What we cover
A syllabus map students can actually follow.
Number
Fractions, decimals, percentages, surds, standard form, indices, prime factorisation, HCF and LCM — the non-calculator paper particularly rewards solid number skills.
Algebra
Expanding brackets, factorising, solving linear and quadratic equations, simultaneous equations, inequalities, sequences, and algebraic proof.
Graphs & Functions
Plotting and interpreting linear, quadratic, cubic, and reciprocal graphs, function notation, transformations, and gradient/area under curves.
Ratio, Proportion & Rates
Direct and inverse proportion, ratio problems, percentage change, compound interest, speed/distance/time — frequently tested across all three papers.
Geometry & Measures
Angles, polygons, circle theorems, congruence, similarity, area and volume, Pythagoras' theorem, and trigonometry — often worth 30%+ of Higher tier marks.
Probability & Statistics
Mean, median, mode, range, frequency tables, cumulative frequency, box plots, histograms, tree diagrams, Venn diagrams, and conditional probability.
Number
Fractions, decimals, percentages, surds, standard form, indices, prime factorisation, HCF and LCM — the non-calculator paper particularly rewards solid number skills.
Algebra
Expanding brackets, factorising, solving linear and quadratic equations, simultaneous equations, inequalities, sequences, and algebraic proof.
Graphs & Functions
Plotting and interpreting linear, quadratic, cubic, and reciprocal graphs, function notation, transformations, and gradient/area under curves.
Ratio, Proportion & Rates
Direct and inverse proportion, ratio problems, percentage change, compound interest, speed/distance/time — frequently tested across all three papers.
Geometry & Measures
Angles, polygons, circle theorems, congruence, similarity, area and volume, Pythagoras' theorem, and trigonometry — often worth 30%+ of Higher tier marks.
Probability & Statistics
Mean, median, mode, range, frequency tables, cumulative frequency, box plots, histograms, tree diagrams, Venn diagrams, and conditional probability.
See this plan built around your child's exact paper.
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+2.0
average grade improvement
Common blockers
Where students struggle, and how we fix it.
1Higher tier problem-solving questions+
Higher tier papers include multi-step questions where the method is not given. We teach students to recognise problem types, identify the relevant technique, and show working that earns method marks even if the final answer is wrong.
2Non-calculator arithmetic+
Paper 1 is non-calculator and rewards fast, accurate mental and written arithmetic. We practise times tables, long multiplication, dividing decimals, and working with fractions until these are automatic.
3Circle theorems+
Circle theorems are a reliable Higher tier topic. We teach each theorem with its name, diagram, and a proof — then practise applying them in multi-step angle problems where two or three theorems are combined.
4Algebraic proof+
Proof questions reward clear symbolic reasoning rather than a guessed answer. We practise building a logical chain from the given expression so students can explain why a result must be true.
Proof that feels close to home.
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Grade 7My son was predicted a Grade 4. After ten sessions he sat his GCSE and came out with a Grade 7. The tutor identified exactly which topics needed work and fixed ...
AQA GCSE Maths Higher · Manchester
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Grade 9The circle theorem questions always tripped me up. By the end of tutoring they were the section I was most confident in. I scored a Grade 9.
Edexcel GCSE Maths · London
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Grade 8We started six weeks before the exam. The tutor focused purely on the highest-value topics. My daughter went from Grade 5 to Grade 8. Exceptional value.
OCR GCSE Maths · Birmingham
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Family trust
Why parents chose Combo.
Families usually want three things: a tutor their child respects, a plan that fits the real paper, and updates that make progress easy to follow.
Handpicked tutors
We shortlist tutors who know the curriculum, teach clearly, and can coach the exact exam habits that lift marks.
Top-university academics and exam-savvy specialists.
Clear weekly updates
Parents see what was covered, what improved, and what needs attention next, so progress never feels vague.
Structured feedback after every lesson block.
A plan built around your child's paper
Sessions are matched to the student's board, tier, topic gaps, and exam timeline instead of generic subject tutoring.
Board-specific support with a measurable target grade path.
Ready to close the gaps? Start with a free demo.
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Common Questions.
Foundation tier gives access to grades 1–5. Higher tier gives access to grades 4–9. We can help you decide which tier is appropriate and — if you are on Foundation and want to switch — help make that transition as smooth as possible.
Yes — AQA (8300), Edexcel (1MA1), and OCR (J560). We use your specific exam board's past papers and mark schemes in every session.
Ideally 3–6 months before the exam allows time to cover content gaps and build exam technique. However, we regularly see significant improvements in students who start 6–10 weeks out with intensive focused sessions.
Yes — Paper 1 is a common weak point. We build non-calculator arithmetic skills (fractions, decimals, surds, standard form) and practise the specific Paper 1 question types so students are fully prepared.
Our students improve by an average of 2.0 grades over a full tutoring period. Students who start further below their target and practise consistently between sessions tend to see the biggest improvements.
Rates start from £15 per hour and vary by tutor experience and support level. See the Pricing & packages section above for the current range, then book a free trial to discuss the right plan.
View pricingThey cover closely related mathematics, but the specifications and assessment style can differ by board. Compare the international pathway on our IGCSE Mathematics page before choosing a revision plan.
IGCSE Maths tutorsStart early enough to close content gaps and practise papers. For context, the 2026 GCSE exam window is 7 May to 23 June, with GCSE results issued on Thursday 20 August 2026; your school and exam board timetable remains the final reference.
Revision resource
Open resourcePractise with official GCSE Maths papers
Use board-authored past papers, mark schemes and specification materials to make revision more targeted.
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