Professional Private Tutoring for English & Science in Devon & Online
At Copper Tutoring, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all education. Every student has unique strengths, gaps, and learning styles. Led by fully qualified classroom teachers with examiner experience, we provide bespoke, curriculum-focused private tutoring in Devon and online designed to build confidence, master exam techniques, and unlock academic potential.
Whether your child needs a confidence boost in early secondary school or targeted preparation for competitive GCSE and A-Level exams, we provide the professional guidance they need to succeed. We are locals, and so tutoring in Devon means we understand the school climate, requirements for assessments, and it keeps us close to home!
We believe that high academic expectations don’t have to come at the cost of a student’s wellbeing. A calm, supportive, and collaborative learning environment is essential for reducing exam-related stress and fostering a healthy, sustainable learning experience. By treating students as partners in their education, we build the psychological safety they need to ask questions, take academic risks, and confidently learn from their mistakes.
Secondary English (KS3, GCSE & A-Level)
- The Approach: Led by an experienced English Teacher and AQA Examiner, we demystify the essay-writing process, break down complex literary texts, and teach students exactly what examiners look for in top-tier responses.
- What We Cover: English Language (creative writing, non-fiction analysis, unseen texts) and English Literature (Shakespeare, poetry, 19th-century novels, and modern drama).
- Exam Board Specialisms: Deep expertise in AQA and Edexcel specifications.
Secondary Science (KS3, GCSE & A-Level Biology)
- The Approach: Formulated by an expert Science teacher with a background in Human Biosciences, our science sessions break down complex abstract concepts into digestible, real-world examples.
- What We Cover: Comprehensive, core support across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics—whether students are taking Combined Science or Separate Science.
- Focus Areas: We start with fundamental skills and exam technique, and use this to build understanding from a solid foundation.
How We Deliver Sessions
To fit the busy schedules of Devon families, we offer two flexible ways to learn:
- Online Interactive Tutoring: Utilising visualisers, editable slides and worksheets, and shared resource spaces, our online sessions are highly interactive, engaging, and perfect for students anywhere in the UK.
- In-Person Tutoring: Delivering targeted, face-to-face sessions right at the desk for local families in our primary service areas.
- We Come to You: We can cater for any situation, be it tutoring in the family home, or in a local space, online, or even at our own home in Jacobstowe. We are specialists when it comes to private tutoring in Devon.
Areas We Serve Locally:
Explore our dedicated local support hubs to see how we tailor our curriculum focus directly to the specific secondary schools across Devon in your area:
- English & Science Tutoring in Jacobstowe & Okehampton
- English & Science Tutoring in Crediton
- English & Science Tutoring in Exeter
The Copper Tutoring Difference
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS): We are not university students or hobbyists; we are fully qualified, experienced classroom educators who understand the current UK national curriculum inside and out.
- Examiner Insights: We don’t just teach the content; we teach the mark scheme, giving students a distinct advantage in how they structure their exam answers.
- Tailored Digital Resources: Every student gets access to their own digital workspace to review session notes, and revision resources between lessons.
- Experts when it comes to private tutoring in Devon. Fully qualified classroom teachers delivering bespoke, curriculum-focused support to build absolute confidence, reduce exam stress, and unlock every student’s genuine academic potential.

