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Mahesh P

Mr Mahesh P

Biology

Harrogate


Subjects taught:
SEN, Maths, Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Qualifications:
Qualified Teacher Status. PGDE Secondary Mathematics, Leeds Metropolitan University (2000). BSc (Hons) Degree in Mathematics & Statistics, Bradford University (1997).
Ffion W

Mrs Ffion W

Biology

Harrogate


Subjects taught:
Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Qualifications:
PGCE Secondary School Science with Qualified Teacher Status, University of Chester (2020). BSc (Hons) Zoology, Aberystwyth University (2019).
Andrew J

Mr Andrew J

Biology

Harrogate


Subjects taught:
Maths, Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, School Entrance Exams, Study Skills, 13+
Qualifications:
PGCE Chemistry, University of Manchester (1998). PhD Analytical Chemistry, Sheffield Hallam University (1994). BSc (Hons) Applied Science, Sheffield Hallam University (1990).
Anthonia  O

Miss Anthonia O

Biology

Harrogate


Subjects taught:
Primary, SEN, Biology, SATs, 11+, School Entrance Exams
Qualifications:
PGCE Primary with QTS, University of East Anglia (2014). BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, University of Sheffield (2008).
Komal K

Miss Komal K

Biology

Harrogate


Subjects taught:
Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, School Entrance Exams
Qualifications:
PGCE Secondary Science, University of Oxford (2018). BSc (Hons) Chemistry, Queen Mary, University of London (2017).

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What is Biology?

Biology is the science of life and living organisms, derived from the Greek words "bios" meaning "life" and "logos" meaning "study". Biologists study living things, including their physical structures, chemical processes, physiological mechanisms, molecular interactions, life-cycle, adaptions and environment.

Biology Tuition at GCSE and IGCSE

At GCSE level, Biology is either studied as separate subject or makes up a third of Combined Science. As a separate subject, Biology 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 Biology at A level then it is best, though not essential, that they take Biology as a Single Science. 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.

Biology Tuition at A-Level

For entry into A-Level Biology, 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 Biology which may include ... A-Level Biology also involves a large amount of practical work. Assessment is typically three written papers, each around two hours long. A-Level Biology 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 Harrogate schools performing?

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

Harrogate primary school performance:

The Harrogate area has 28 primary schools (one of the top being Follifoot Church of England Primary School with 25% of pupils achieving at a higher standard).

From their latest Oftsed report:
“Teaching is good. Staff plan work that is well matched to pupils’ needs, ensuring that pupils make good progress and achieve well, including those eligible for pupil premium funding.”

The Harrogate local authority has an average of 63% 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 9% achieving higher standard (vs England's average of 11%).

 

Harrogate secondary school performance:

The Harrogate area has 8 secondary schools (one of the top being St John Fisher Catholic High School with 63% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths GCSEs).

From their latest Oftsed report:
“St John Fisher Catholic High is an outstanding school. Pupils achieve high standards. Equally importantly, the school fosters their personal development exceptionally well. Pupils are happy at school. There is an unhurried, quiet, disciplined feel about the place which comes from everyone, staff and pupils, being clear about why they are there and what they are trying to do. The school's mission is to build a true community of faith and place of learning' and it is highly successful in so doing.”

The Harrogate local authority has an average of 47% of students achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths GCSEs (vs England's average of 43%). And has an average of 96% of students either staying in education or entering employment after GCSEs (vs England's average of 94%).

Harrogate Ofsted ratings:

75% of Harrogate schools have received at least a 'Good' Ofsted rating, with 8 schools receiving an 'Outstanding' rating in their last evaluation.

Source: Gov.UK Website

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