Kirsty

Science, Psychology and Medical School Application Tutor

Nottingham and Grantham | Online tuition

Kirsty is a highly qualified and experienced educator specialising in Science, Psychology and medical school application support. She holds a Chemistry degree from the University of Exeter, a Master’s in Education and a PGCE with full Qualified Teacher Status.

With over 20 years of teaching experience, Kirsty brings a deep understanding of the British education system, curriculum expectations and competitive university pathways. Her background includes work as a Head of Science and as a university liaison and outreach coordinator, giving her valuable insight into what universities, including medical schools, are looking for in applicants.

Subjects:

Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Psychology

Levels:

GCSE, A Level and medical school application support

Best suited for:

Learners needing support with GCSE Science, A Level Chemistry, GCSE or A Level Psychology, exam preparation, subject confidence, medical school applications and competitive university pathways

Delivery:

Online tuition

Key strengths:

Chemistry expertise, medical school application support, Science teaching, Psychology teaching, curriculum knowledge, university insight, confidence-building and competitive course preparation

Professional background

Kirsty is a highly qualified teacher with a Chemistry degree from the University of Exeter, a Master’s in Education and a PGCE with full Qualified Teacher Status.

She has over 20 years of teaching experience and has developed a strong track record of supporting pupils who are aiming for medical school. Her previous roles include Head of Science and university liaison and outreach coordinator, giving her a broad understanding of both school-level science education and the expectations of higher education.

Kirsty’s experience allows her to support learners not only with subject knowledge, but also with the wider preparation needed for competitive academic routes. Her work with aspiring medical students includes support with A Level Chemistry, personal statements, interview preparation and understanding the grades and expectations required for medical school entry.

Teaching approach

Kirsty’s teaching focuses on improving grades while also building confidence and genuine understanding. She supports learners to move beyond memorising content, helping them develop the knowledge and clarity needed for exams and future academic study.

Her approach is particularly suited to students preparing for GCSEs, A Levels or competitive university applications. Kirsty combines strong subject expertise with practical guidance, helping learners understand difficult concepts, strengthen exam technique and approach their next steps with greater confidence.

Kirsty’s key areas of expertise

• GCSE Biology
• GCSE Chemistry
• A Level Chemistry
• GCSE Physics
• GCSE Psychology
• A Level Psychology
• Science exam preparation
• A Level Chemistry for medical school applicants
• Medical school application support
• Personal statement guidance
• Interview preparation
• Competitive university course preparation
• Understanding medical school entry expectations
• Building subject confidence
• Developing genuine understanding in Science and Psychology
• Support for future academic pathways

Qualifications and professional experience

• Chemistry degree from the University of Exeter
• Master’s in Education
• PGCE with full Qualified Teacher Status
• Over 20 years of teaching experience
• Former Head of Science
• Former university liaison and outreach coordinator
• Experience supporting pupils into medical school
• Experience supporting GCSE Science learners
• Experience supporting A Level Chemistry learners
• Experience supporting Psychology learners at GCSE and A Level