Economics & Business tuition.
Kingston upon Thames.

Tutored by an A-level Examiner with 21 years' teaching experience. Three in four of my final-year A-level Economics students achieve A* or A grades.

  • A-level & GCSE Examiner Economics and Business exam scripts
  • 21 years’ teaching experience Independent and State schools
  • Qualified teacher BSc, MPhil, PGCE
  • Enhanced DBS certified Up to date

About Michael

Qualified and experienced

Michael is a qualified teacher (BSc, MPhil, PGCE) with 21 years' teaching experience and 14 years tutoring privately.

He is currently an A-level and GCSE Examiner, an Enhanced DBS holder, a former UCAS administrator, reference writer and a mentor to student teachers and ECTs.

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Three in four of my final-year A-level Economics students achieve A* or A grades.

Michael Carragher, Tutor

Why parents choose Michael

Four key reasons

01

An examiner's perspective

As an experienced examiner one can quickly see with pinpoint precision which skills a student needs to focus on to raise their final grade.

02

Successful track record

PGCE qualified with 21 years teaching experience and 14 years tutoring experience delivering excellent exam results. My portfolio of teaching methods are used with equal success in tutoring.

03

Tailored tutoring advice

My tutoring focuses on the learner's specific needs and with a clear focus on how s/he can access high marks given the exam board's mark scheme approach for Business and Economic exams. This is because the five main boards for Economics and Business don't mark scripts in the same way.

04

Diagnostic-led approach

The first tutoring session includes a diagnostic assessment of student needs. This paves the way for implementing a clear action plan for raising student attainment.

How it works

From first call to final exam

  1. 01

    Get in touch

    Use the contact form, call or email for a free consultation.

  2. 02

    Diagnostic first session

    A working session that assesses the student's needs for improving their subject learning.

  3. 03

    Tailored tutoring plan

    You receive a clear plan focused on the essential steps that need to be taken to achieve the best possible subject grade.

  4. 04

    Scheduling tutoring sessions

    Most students are tutored weekly during term time throughout the academic year. But some prefer occasional sessions or want blocks of sessions held during school holidays.

  5. 05

    Exam-period support

    In the run-up to final exams, I offer students extra tutoring sessions as well as online feedback for marking practice exam papers.

Reviews

What parents say

Michael was excellent throughout the year. My son was struggling with A-level Economics and went on to get an A. We have already booked Michael in for our daughter.

Mohammed, Parent of A-level Economics student, 2024

My son got an A* in Economics. Michael's focus on exam technique made all the difference in the final months.

Deirdre, Parent of A-level Economics student, 2024

Our daughter got the grade she needed for her first-choice university. Michael was patient, thorough and made a clear plan for the year.

Nicole, Parent of A-level Business student, 2024

Michael tutored my son through his undergraduate Economics and Accounting modules. He explained difficult concepts with patience and the results spoke for themselves.

Margaret, Parent of an undergraduate Economics & Accounting student, 2021

Areas covered

South-west London, central London and Surrey

Home visits possible in many London and Surrey areas. Online tutoring anywhere in the UK and overseas.

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FAQ

What parents usually ask first

  • What subjects do you tutor?

    I tutor Economics at GCSE, A-level, IB Standard, IB Higher and undergraduate level, and Business at GCSE and A-level. I also support school programmes in Accounting.

  • How long is a typical session?

    Online sessions are 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Home visits are 60, 90 or 120 minutes. Most A-level students find 60 minutes a week plus extra around mocks and exams works well.

  • Where does tutoring take place?

    Either at the student's home for in-person sessions across south west London, central London and Surrey, or online via video call for students anywhere in the UK and overseas.

  • How much do you charge?

    Online tutoring is from £30 for a 30-minute session. Home visits are from £60 for an hour. Full pricing is on the pricing page.

  • How much does an A-level Economics tutor cost in London?

    Independent-school-level A-level Economics tuition in London typically costs £55 to £100 per hour, depending on the tutor's qualifications and experience. My online sessions are £50 per hour and home visits are £60 per hour, with longer sessions priced proportionally.

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