Economics Tutoring

Peter O'Sullivan BA Economics, PGCE

I have a wealth of experience (28 years and counting) in the teaching profession, teaching 14-18 year olds Economics and Business from a variety of educational backgrounds and special educational needs. I have taught the majority of the UK and International Baccalaureate qualifications in Economics and Business. I am currently employed at Marlborough College, I have taught and examined Economics and Business courses for both UK and international examination boards. Previously, I was Head of the Economics Department for 6 years.

I live with my family in Marlborough and hold an enhanced DBS certificate with my employer.

Subjects and Levels taught:

  • Teacher of Economics (AQA and currently teaching Edexcel/ Pearson Economics)
  • Teacher of Business (AQA and Edexcel/ Pearson)
  • IB HL and SL Economics
  • IB HL and SL Business Management
  • IGCSE (Edexcel/ Peason) iGCSE Economics
  • IGCSE (AQA) Business Studies

Examiner Experience

  • 2016 to present - Edexcel Examiner on papers 8EC02 and 9EC02 papers
  • AQA examiner in Business 2006-2009
  • International Baccalaureate (Higher and Standard level) - Extended Essay examiner 2000 & 2001

My approach to tutoring:

  • to raise confidence, attainment, and predicted and final grades
  • to provide bespoke and intensive Economics and Business revision strategies
  • to provide examiner feedback and specific preparation for final examinations
  • to help prepare students for Oxbridge interviews
  • I endeavour to provide interesting and impactful resources, worksheets and examination focused past paper exercises
  • to provide detailed support and individual feedback

 Tutoring achievements:

I have tutored a 49 year old gentleman with no formal qualifications Economics to GCSE level. He received a Grade 7 and is currently studying for his A levels and is aspiring to attend University to read Economics.

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