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Our UK-based tutors, primarily educated at prestigious universities, provide extensive online IB Chemistry tutoring for students of all abilities. Our online Chemistry private tuition is designed to align with the IB Chemistry (SL and HL) curriculum, ensuring a focused approach to course content. Tutors emphasise advanced chemical concepts, laboratory techniques, and effective problem-solving strategies through practical experiments and exam-focused approaches. By incorporating structured revision sessions, data analysis skills, and mock exam practice, our tutors ensure that students are fully prepared to excel in their IB Chemistry assessments.
Agenda
What will your IB Chemistry tutor teach you?
Stoichiometry & Chemical Calculations
Mole Concept and Stoichiometry
Understanding the mole, Avogadro’s constant, empirical and molecular formulas, and chemical equations.
Gas Laws and States of Matter
Exploring the behaviour of gases, the ideal gas equation, and phase changes.
Solutions and Concentrations
Studying molarity, dilution calculations, and solution preparation techniques.
Atomic Structure and Periodicity
Examining electron configuration, ionisation energy, and trends in the periodic table.
Chemical Bonding and Structure
Understanding ionic, covalent, and metallic bonding, as well as molecular shapes and polarity.
Energetics & Thermochemistry
Enthalpy Changes and Calorimetry
Understanding exothermic and endothermic reactions, Hess’s Law, and calorimetry experiments.
Bond Enthalpies and Reaction Energies
Exploring bond breaking and bond forming, and how energy changes are measured.
Entropy and Gibbs Free Energy (HL Only)
Studying spontaneity, entropy changes, and predicting feasibility of reactions.
Heat Transfer in Chemical Reactions
Understanding specific heat capacity and heat flow in reactions.
Thermochemical Equations
Writing and interpreting energy changes in balanced chemical equations.
Kinetics & Equilibrium
Reaction Rates and Collision Theory
Exploring factors affecting reaction rates, activation energy, and catalysts.
Equilibrium Systems and Le Chatelier’s Principle
Understanding how dynamic equilibrium responds to changes in conditions.
Rate Laws and Reaction Mechanisms (HL Only)
Analysing rate expressions and determining reaction mechanisms.
Acids, Bases, and pH Calculations
Exploring strong and weak acids, pH, and buffer solutions.
Solubility and Precipitation Reactions
Studying solubility product (Ksp) and predicting precipitate formation.
Organic Chemistry
Introduction to Functional Groups
Understanding alkanes, alkenes, alcohols, ketones, and carboxylic acids.
Reaction Mechanisms (HL Only)
Exploring nucleophilic substitution, electrophilic addition, and free radical reactions.
Stereochemistry and Isomerism
Studying structural and geometric isomers, and their significance in reactions.
Aromatic Chemistry and Benzene
Understanding resonance structures and electrophilic substitution reactions.
Polymers and Biochemical Applications
Exploring polymerisation and applications in medicine and industry.
Analytical Chemistry & Practical Skills
Spectroscopy and Chromatography
Understanding IR, NMR, and mass spectrometry in molecular identification.
Titration Techniques and Quantitative Analysis
Performing acid-base and redox titrations with precision.
Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry
Exploring oxidation-reduction processes, voltaic cells, and electrolysis
Experimental Design and Data Analysis
Developing lab skills, writing IA reports, and applying statistical analysis.
Environmental and Green Chemistry
Studying sustainable chemistry, pollution control, and alternative energy sources.
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Tips for working with an IB Chemistry tutor
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Recognise as soon as possible what you are struggling on and be open about this with your tutor. The tutor will not judge you and will endeavour to help you on exactly the topics that you need. You can use these topics to create goals to work together on.
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Questions, questions, questions. Either come to the sessions with things that you can ask about or come up with questions during the sessions. You have got time with someone who has dedicated themself to helping students. It’s their job to answer your queries and help you become more confident.
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Ask for questions to practise with outside of the lessons. Not only does this show motivation and commitment to your tutor, but also it will help consolidate the content from the classes and better prepare you for your IB Chemistry exam in May or June.
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Take notes from the lessons either by hand or on the computer. No one has the perfect memory and there will likely be a lot of information covered in the sessions, so make sure to write down things that you will need to remember later on. It is possible to record the lessons, so feel free to use this.
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Aim high and share your goals with your tutor; it’s their job to help you reach your lofty ambitions because they have often already achieved what you hope to achieve. They can help mentor you towards these goals and guide you when you have difficulty with something, even if it’s small.
Frequently Asked Questions
01. My child lacks confidence—how will tutoring help?
Many students struggle with confidence, especially if they’ve had a bad experience in school or feel overwhelmed by the subject. Our tutoring approach helps students build confidence by breaking down difficult topics, reinforcing understanding, and celebrating progress.
02. My child is already working hard—why are they still struggling?
Studying isn’t just about memorising facts; your child must learn how to apply knowledge to unfamiliar contexts, especially in exams. Many students put in hours of revision but struggle with exam technique, structuring answers, or understanding mark schemes. A tutor can help identify and address these specific challenges.
03. How do I know if the tutoring is working?
We track progress through regular assessments, exam-style questions, and feedback from both the student and tutor. You’ll receive updates on improvements, areas of focus, and strategies for further progress.
04. Which exam boards do you cover?
We tutor for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, WJEC and CIE exam boards. We also cover the International Baccalaureate (IB)
05. How do online tutoring sessions work?
We set up a learning space which is joined at the time of a session. In the learning space, students are on video call with our tutors and use an interactive whiteboard with resources. Parents and students are often surprised how easy it is!
06. How often should my child have tutoring sessions?
This depends on their current level and goals. Some students benefit from weekly sessions for consistent progress, while others may prefer more intensive lessons closer to exams. We can recommend a schedule based on your child’s needs.
07. What if my child has a busy schedule?
We offer flexible scheduling, including evening and weekend sessions, to fit around your child’s commitments. Tutoring is designed to be productive and efficient, so even one hour a week can make a significant difference when supported with independent study.
08. Is there a trial available?
Yes! We offer a paid trial so your child can meet the tutor and experience online tutoring before committing. We use the trial to make an assessment and demonstrate how we can help.
09. Why are Greenhill Academics tutors considered the best you can find?
We select tutors with exceptional academic backgrounds, proven experience in helping students reach their goals, and in-depth knowledge of exam board requirements.
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