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John M

Mr John M

Physics

Bournemouth


Subjects taught:
Science, Physics, Computer Science, IT Skills
Qualifications:
MA Information Technology, Reading University (1996). PGCE Physics and Computing, Keele University (1987). BSc (Hons) Combined Science, Staffordshire University (1986).
Emma B

Mrs Emma B

Physics

Bournemouth


Subjects taught:
Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Qualifications:
Associate Member of Royal Society of Chemistry (2020) AMRSC Institute of Physics - Physics Teaching Specialist certification (2017). PGCE Science - Chemistry Specialism (QTS) MERIT, Anglia Ruskin University (2012). BSc 2.1 (Hons) Chemistry, University of Essex/King's College, London (1999) [4 year dual centre].
Johanna R

Dr Johanna R

Physics

Bournemouth


Subjects taught:
Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, School Entrance Exams, 13+
Qualifications:
PhD Systems Approaches to Biological Research, University of Warwick (2012). MSc Systems Biology, University of Warwick, (2009) BSc (Hons) Computational Biology, University of Warwick (2008).
Victoria T

Mr Victoria T

Physics

Bournemouth


Subjects taught:
Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology
Qualifications:
Qualified Teacher Status. PGDE. BSc (Hons) Psychology.
Neil H

Dr Neil H

Physics

Bournemouth


Subjects taught:
Science, Physics
Qualifications:
PhD Physics, Liverpool University (1991); MSc University of Surrey (1988); PGCE (1987); BSc Liverpool University (1986).

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What is Physics?

Physics is the study of the world around us. In simple terms Physics explains how things happen. Why do things fall, speed up, slow down? Why do bulbs or LEDs light up? How do speakers make sounds? How does lightning happen? How does ultrasound see inside us? How does a mobile phone work? How do lenses help us see better? How do signals travel to us from space? How do the planets orbit the sun? How are stars formed? How do Nuclear Power Stations work? How do huge ships stay afloat? These and many other questions are answered by learning about the main branches of Physics including force and energy, materials and particles, radiation, electricity, magnetism and electromagnetism, waves, thermal physics, space physics. Physics, like all the sciences, has a large amount of practical work and much of the learning is through doing rather than just sitting and listening.

GCSE and IGCSE Physics Tuition

At GCSE level, Physics is either studied as separate subject or makes up a third of Combined Science. As a separate subject, Physics can be studied as Single Science and receive a full GCSE grade. In Combined Science, the extension topics in Physics, Chemistry and Biology are not taken and the exams in all three subjects lead to two GCSE grades, so it is sometimes referred to as Dual Award Science. If a student intends to study Physics at A level then it is best, though not essential, that they take Physics as a Single Science. The main awarding bodies are AQA, OCR, Edexcel, WJEC, Eduqas (part of WJEC) CCEA in Northern Ireland and SQA in Scotland. Assessment is through written exam papers, typically 2 x two hour papers or 3 x 90 minute papers. There is no separate practical assessment or coursework, but questions will be set based on the core practical activities the students will have carried out for themselves.

A-Level Physics Tuition

For entry into A-Level many schools would want to see a grade 7 or higher at GCSE, otherwise a student may struggle to do well at A-Level. At A-Level the concepts and ideas studied for GCSE are built upon and taken further, along with some applications of Physics which may include Astrophysics, Medical Physics, Engineering Physics and Electronics. A-Level Physics also involves a large amount of practical work.

Assessment is typically three written papers, each around two hours long. A-Level Physics can give access to a wide range of university courses and consequently related careers, such as Physics, Engineering, Astrophysics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Medicine, Biology, Chemistry, Sports Science and Pharmacy amongst others.

How are Bournemouth schools performing?

We connect you to the best teachers who work across several of the best primary and secondary schools in Bournemouth (some detailed below). This means we can reliably provide you with a local and experienced tutor that fits your needs.

Bournemouth primary school performance:

The Bournemouth area has 42 primary schools (one of the top being Queen's Park Academy with 27% of pupils achieving at a higher standard).

From their latest Oftsed report:
“Teaching is outstanding. Pupils respond very well to teachers’ high expectations. Teachers use assessment particularly well to show pupils how well they are doing in their work and how they can improve it further.”

The Bournemouth local authority has an average of 67% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at primary school age (vs England's average of 65%). And has an average of 12% achieving higher standard (vs England's average of 11%).

 

Bournemouth secondary school performance:

The Bournemouth area has 20 secondary schools (one of the top being Bournemouth School with 97% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths GCSEs).

From their latest Oftsed report:
“Bournemouth School is outstanding. Students’ achievement is excellent; students make consistently good progress and attainment is high. Almost all aspects of students’ personal development are outstanding, particularly in the way they contribute to school life and to the wider community. Students regard their school very favourably and delight in opportunities such as participating in house activities. ”

The Bournemouth local authority has an average of 51% of students achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths GCSEs (vs England's average of 43%). And has an average of % of students either staying in education or entering employment after GCSEs (vs England's average of 94%).

Bournemouth Ofsted ratings:

71% of Bournemouth schools have received at least a 'Good' Ofsted rating, with 10 schools receiving an 'Outstanding' rating in their last evaluation.

Source: Gov.UK Website

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