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
A-level Economics
A-level Economics tuition
Three in four of my final-year A-level Economics students achieve A* or A exam grades.
A-level Economics subject coverage
Microeconomics
The study of economic decision-making by individuals, households and businesses in markets for goods and services. An important theme in microeconomics is the study of market failure (i.e. why some markets fail to operate successfully) and what governments can do to address these issues.
Macroeconomics
The study of the performance, structure, decision-making behaviour and economic policies for entire economies, whether they be national economies or the global economy. An important theme is the study of macroeconomic policies governments can use to manage and improve economic performance.
Examination Boards
Tutoring focused course specifications and exam papers set by Examination Boards
All five major examination boards cover the same core micro and macro concepts in Year 12 and build on these in Year 13. However, each exam board has its notable distinctive features, especially in respect of topic details, exam question styles and marking policies.
A-level Economics Exam Papers
AQA
- Markets and market failure
- National and international economy
- Economic principles and issues
Edexcel
- Markets and business behaviour
- The national and global economy
- Microeconomics and macroeconomics
Cambridge OCR
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Themes in economics
Eduqas / WJEC
- Economic Principles
- Exploring Economic Behaviour
- Evaluating Economic Models & Policies
Cambridge International
- AS Level Multiple Choice
- AS Level Data Response and Essays
- A level Multiple Choice
- A Level Data Response and Essays
What students struggle with
The differences that move grades
From description to evaluation
Most students arrive writing strong descriptive paragraphs. The jump to A is in evaluation: weighted, contextual, and prioritised. Taught with real mark schemes.
Diagrams that earn full marks
Standard A-level diagrams (PPF, AD/AS, market failure, externalities, monopoly, oligopoly) drilled until they are accurate, fast and properly labelled.
Synoptic thinking
Linking micro principles to macro consequences, and vice versa. Edexcel Theme 4 in particular catches students out.
Reviews
What A-level Economics parents say
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
A* in A-level Economics. Michael identified gaps that the school had missed and worked through them methodically.
Sarah, Parent of A-level Economics student, 2023
Michael helped my son go from a C in mocks to an A at A-level Economics. He understood exactly what the examiners wanted.
Priya, Parent of A-level Economics student, 2022
FAQ
Common questions
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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.
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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.
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What is your cancellation and rescheduling policy?
I ask for at least 24 hours' notice to reschedule a session without charge. Less than 24 hours' notice is charged at the full session rate. I am flexible around illness and emergencies.
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Do I need to commit to weekly sessions?
No. Many students book weekly through the year. Others book intensive blocks before mocks or final exams. I tailor frequency to the student's timeline and goals.
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What areas do you cover for home visits?
South west London, central London and parts of Surrey. The areas covered page lists every town in detail. For students further afield, I tutor online.
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Is online tutoring as effective as in-person?
Yes, for the right student. Most A-level Economics students do as well or better online because we can use shared whiteboards for diagrams and the recordings are easy to revisit. Younger students sometimes do better in person.
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