Deb

4.8 300+ students

Head of Biology | Examiner | University of Oxford

As an IB Biology Examiner and long-standing examiner for A-Level and GCSE Biology, I bring insider knowledge that helps students maximise marks and avoid common exam pitfalls. With over 25 years of experience teaching IB, A-Level, IGCSE, GCSE, and AP Biology, as well as GCSE Physics and Chemistry, I specialise in exam-focused tutoring and UCAT preparation, helping students consistently achieve top grades, including 6s, 7s, and A*s, and gain admission to leading medical schools.

Teaches:UCAT IB Biology A-Level Biology IGCSE Biology GCSE Biology GCSE Chemistry GCSE Physics AP Biology

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Qualifications

International Baccalaureate:Qualified Online Examiner (Biology)

A-Level :Qualified Online Examiner (Biology)

GCSE:Qualified Online Teacher (Biology, Chemistry and Physics)

University Admissions:UCAT

University of Oxford:MA Master's Learning & Teaching, PGCE Qualified

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Personally Interviewed

Our tutors go through a rigorous selection process, having been interviewed to assess their teaching skills and subject knowledge. They have extensive tutoring experience with a track record of success, helping students achieve their academic goals.

Tutoring Experience

I am a qualified Biology educator with a career spanning UK schools, sixth forms, and international settings. Since 1995, I have taught GCSE Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, as well as A-Level and IB Biology, with a focus on exam success and curriculum mastery. I also teach UCAT preparation, helping aspiring medical students develop the skills needed for competitive admissions. As an examiner for IB, A-Level, and GCSE, I provide expert guidance on assessments, structured responses, IAs, and EEs, and I have extensive experience supporting students with learning differences.

Tutoring Approach

My approach is shaped by decades of classroom teaching and examiner roles. I help students understand how assessments work from the inside out—how to decode command terms, structure answers, and meet mark scheme criteria. Each lesson is adapted to the student’s pace and goals, balancing scientific thinking with targeted exam preparation. I support IA and EE work with clear frameworks, provide guidance on university admissions strategy and medical school applications, and ensure progress through regular feedback and strategic revision planning.

Testimonials

"Mr. Maitra provided excellent support to Will with his Biology EE and IA. His support was consistently very tailored and targeted and his detailed reports and recommendations could be easily implemented. Mr Maitra was adaptable to changes in session times and rapid in providing feedback and reports which helped us to structure Will's time over his holidays. Many thanks."

Will, IB Biology