The grade is slipping and nobody can say why
Class moves on whether your child followed it or not. We find the exact topic where it stopped making sense — usually further back than anyone expects — and rebuild from there.
SQA specialist · Pollokshields G41 & online across Scotland
Struggling With National 5 or Higher? Get Their Grades Back on Track —On-Site in Glasgow or Online
SQA Maths, Physics, Chemistry & Biology — National 5, Higher & Advanced Higher
Most students who come to us aren't short on ability — they're losing marks they've already earned. We teach to the SQA marking scheme, so the working in their answer actually scores.
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📍 Suite 2/14, McCormick House, 50 Darnley Street, Glasgow G41 2SE
Sound familiar?
Worried your child is falling behind in Maths or Science?
Almost every family who calls us describes one of these three. None of them are a verdict on how clever your child is.
They have decided they are “just not a maths person”
That belief costs more marks than any topic does. It goes once they get a hard question right on their own — which is what small groups and patient teaching are for.
The exam is closer than the revision plan
Every week without a plan is a week of revision spent on topics that were already fine. You get an SQA-mapped plan in week one, so each lesson moves the grade.
20+years teaching
Who teaches your child
I’ve spent twenty years watching the same thing happen: a student who was fine in S2 suddenly hits National 5 and the wheels come off — not because they’re not capable, but because nobody has shown them exactly how the SQA marks a question. I mark to the SQA scheme, not to a generic textbook. If your child is within 15 miles of Darnley Street, I’ll see them face to face. If not, I’ll teach them just as closely over a screen.
Mohammad Raza Founder & lead tutor
- ★ 5.0 Google · 29 reviews
- 500+ students helped
- SQA specialist
- Background-checked
Why families stay
What you actually get, week to week
No packages, no jargon. Here is exactly how the tuition runs once your child starts.
Taught to the marking instructions
Every topic is taught against the official SQA marking instructions, then drilled on past papers. Knowing the subject and knowing how it is marked are two different things.
Groups capped at eight
Small enough that every student’s working gets looked at, every session. One-to-one is there too, on-site or online, if that is what your child needs.
Online lessons are recorded
Your child can go back over the step they did not follow, in their own time, instead of guessing at the homework three days later.
A written note after every session
What we covered, what is still shaky, what to practise before next week. Sent to parents, in plain English — no jargon, no surprises at parents’ night.
After school, evenings and Saturdays
Sessions run Monday to Saturday, 9am to 9pm, at the Pollokshields (G41) centre or online anywhere in Scotland.
No contracts, no lock-in
Pay per lesson, or take a discounted block of ten. Pause whenever you need to, and change tutor at any time — no questions asked.
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On-site in Glasgow or online · no contracts
How it works
From your enquiry to marks on the page
Two things parents ask before they book: how do we start, and what actually happens in the lessons. Both, in order.
Getting started
- 1
Tell us what you need
Subject, level and the exam date. On-site at the Pollokshields (G41) centre or online — whichever suits your family.
- 2
Matched and booked in 48 hours
We put your child with an SQA specialist for that subject and get the first session in the diary. Change tutor at any time, no questions asked.
- 3
First lesson: find the gaps
No settling-in chat. The first session is spent working out exactly which foundations are missing, so nothing after it is guesswork.
In every lesson
Find the gap, not the symptom
A student stuck on Higher differentiation is often really stuck on National 5 algebra. We go back to the actual break and rebuild from there, rather than re-teaching the topic they already sat through in class.
Concept before technique
Memorised formulas fall apart the moment a question is worded unfamiliarly. When a student understands why a rule holds, an exam question they have never seen stops being frightening.
Then marked the way the SQA marks
Working shown, command words answered, time budgeted per mark. Past papers are sat under timed conditions and marked against the official instructions — not ticked as “near enough”.
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On-site in Glasgow or online · no contracts
Subjects & levels
Taught by someone who marks to the SQA scheme
Twenty years of Scottish exam papers tells you where the marks actually go. Every course below is taught against the official marking instructions — not a generic textbook.
Mathematics
National 5HigherAdvanced Higher
What we cover
- Differentiation & integration
- The circle
- Vectors
- Recurrence relations
- Wave function
- Trig identities
- Polynomials
Where the marks go missing
Answers with no working. The marking scheme pays for method — a correct final answer on its own can score 1 out of 3.
Physics
National 5HigherAdvanced Higher
What we cover
- Dynamics & space
- Electricity
- Waves & radiation
- Particles & quanta
- Uncertainties
- Assignment
Where the marks go missing
Units and significant figures. A right number carrying the wrong unit drops the mark every single time.
Chemistry
National 5HigherAdvanced Higher
What we cover
- Chemical changes
- Nature’s chemistry
- Hess’s law
- Equilibria
- Organic mechanisms
- Data booklet
Where the marks go missing
Leaving the data booklet shut. A large share of the calculation marks are sitting in a booklet students forget they are allowed to open.
Biology
National 5HigherHuman Biology
What we cover
- Cell biology
- DNA & the genome
- Metabolism & survival
- Sustainability & interdependence
- Organism physiology
Where the marks go missing
Command words. “Describe” and “Explain” are marked differently — most dropped Biology marks live right here.
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Find your course
Tutors by subject and level — Glasgow
Pick your child’s exact course and tell us the exam date. Everything below runs on-site in Pollokshields (G41) or online across Scotland.
National 5
The first set of exams that follow your child around. On-site in Pollokshields or online.
National 5 Maths Tutor Glasgow
Algebra, trigonometry and the open-ended questions that catch people out.
Check availability →National 5 Physics Tutor Glasgow
Dynamics, electricity and using the relationships sheet properly.
Check availability →National 5 Chemistry Tutor Glasgow
Bonding, acids and bases, and nature’s chemistry.
Check availability →National 5 Biology Tutor Glasgow
Cell biology, multicellular organisms and life on Earth.
Check availability →Higher
The qualification universities actually read. A bigger jump from National 5 than most students expect.
Higher Maths Tutor Glasgow
Differentiation, integration, the circle, vectors and the wave function.
Check availability →Higher Physics Tutor Glasgow
Our Universe, particles and waves, uncertainties and the Assignment.
Check availability →Higher Chemistry Tutor Glasgow
Hess’s law, equilibria, organic mechanisms and the data booklet.
Check availability →Higher Biology Tutor Glasgow
DNA and the genome, metabolism and survival, sustainability.
Check availability →Advanced Higher
Specialist one-to-one, online. Small cohorts, so this is taught individually.
Advanced Higher Maths Tutor
Proof, matrices, complex numbers and the Project.
Check availability →Advanced Higher Physics Tutor
Rotational motion, quanta and electromagnetism.
Check availability →Advanced Higher Chemistry Tutor
Inorganic depth, spectroscopy and the Project.
Check availability →Head Start — S1 to S3
Build the foundations before National 5 starts punishing the gaps.
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The centre
Five minutes from Pollokshields East
On-site lessons run from our Darnley Street centre in Pollokshields. If the drive does not work for you, the same tutor teaches the same course online.
- Address
- Suite 2/14, McCormick House
50 Darnley Street, Glasgow G41 2SE - By train
- Five minutes’ walk from Pollokshields East station
- By car
- Free on-street parking for drop-off and pick-up
- Hours
- Monday to Saturday, 9am–9pm
Families travel in from Pollokshields, Shawlands, Govanhill, Battlefield, Langside, Crosshill, Mount Florida and Queens Park — and it is an easy drive from Newton Mearns, Giffnock, Clarkston, Cathcart, Rutherglen and Paisley.
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Pricing
What it costs, in full, before you enquire
No registration fee, no assessment fee, no minimum term. You will get the exact rate for your child’s subject and level in writing before anything is booked.
On-site or online
Group class
£30per 80-minute class
- Three to eight students, never more
- Same tutor and same group every week
- Past papers marked to the SQA scheme
- Mix subjects across the week if you need to
Online
One-to-one
£40per hour
- Every session recorded to re-watch
- Shared whiteboard, work saved after each lesson
- Times that fit round school and clubs
- Anywhere in Scotland
At the G41 centre
One-to-one
£50per hour
£45 per lesson on a block of ten — and that rate holds for good.
- Face to face in Pollokshields
- Whiteboard work, jotter checked every session
- Five minutes from Pollokshields East
- Free on-street parking
Online only
Advanced Higher
£60per hour
- Specialist one-to-one, not a group
- Proof, matrices, spectroscopy, the Project
- Past papers under timed conditions
- Maths, Physics and Chemistry
In every option, whichever you pick
- Taught to the official SQA marking instructions
- A written progress note after every session
- Structured notes and exam-style questions
- No contract — pause or stop whenever you need to
Sibling and referral discounts are available — ask when you enquire.
Book a place
Tell us the subject, the level and the exam date
We will come back within 24 hours with the times we have free and the exact price for that course. Nothing is booked until you say so.
- No card details, no registration fee
- First session usually within 48 hours
- Only name, phone, email, subject and level are needed — the rest is optional
- Prefer to talk? Call 07577 482130 or message on WhatsApp
Booking request
Free · 5 minutes · no sign-up
Not sure where they actually stand?
Take the free maths diagnostic before you book anything. It shows which topics are solid and which are not — so the first lesson starts from facts rather than a guess.
Before you enquire
The questions parents ask first
If yours is not here, phone or WhatsApp 07577 482130 and ask — you will get a straight answer, not a callback script.
Do you offer online tuition?
Yes. We teach both on-site at our Glasgow Southside centre and online across Scotland and the UK. Online lessons are 1-to-1 or small group, and every online session is recorded for revision.
What is the class size?
Group classes are kept to 3-8 students maximum for personal attention. 1-to-1 tuition is also available online or on-site.
How much do lessons cost?
Small-group classes start at £30 per 80-minute class. 1-to-1 online is £40/hour, 1-to-1 on-site is £50/hour, and Advanced Higher is £60/hour online. No contracts.
Do you cover Advanced Higher?
Yes. Advanced Higher Maths, Physics and Chemistry are available as specialist 1-to-1 online tuition, focused on the hardest topics, past papers and exam technique.
Where are you located?
Suite 2/14, McCormick House, 50 Darnley Street, Glasgow G41 2SE — 5 minutes from Pollokshields East station with free on-street parking. Online lessons cover the whole of Scotland and the UK.
Do you only teach students in the Southside?
No — I regularly teach students from across the wider Glasgow area, including Newton Mearns, Giffnock, Clarkston and Rutherglen, at the Darnley Street centre. Within about 15 miles on-site is realistic; further out, online works just as well.
Do I have to book a full block of 10 to get started?
No — you can book individual on-site lessons at £50/lesson. The £45/lesson rate is a discount for committing to a block of 10, and it holds at £45 for the whole block.
Do you offer group classes, or only 1-to-1?
Both, and both are available online or on-site — group classes are £30/class, alongside 1-to-1 sessions at the rates above.
What are your tutor qualifications?
Tuition is led by Mohammad Raza, founder and lead tutor, with 20+ years teaching the Scottish curriculum. Every tutor is a subject specialist who teaches to the SQA marking schemes for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher, and is background-checked.
Still unsure? Send the form and we will answer in writing before anything is booked.
Next step
Every week without a plan is a week closer to the exam without one
Tell us the subject, the level and the exam date. You will get times and prices back within 24 hours — no obligation, no card details, no contract.
- Evenings & Saturdays
- 5 minutes from Pollokshields East
- Free on-street parking
- Online across Scotland
What Glasgow Parents & Students Say
Every review below is public and checkable — on Google, on Trustpilot, or straight from a parent’s phone.
Abeer Gilani
2 months ago
Mr Raza supported me so much during high school, especially in fifth year when I was struggling with Higher Maths and Chemistry. He made the hardest concepts and equations so much easier to understand — not just a great tutor but a great mentor. I genuinely wouldn't be where I am today, now a postgraduate student, without his help.
Murtaza Pervez
3 months ago
A wonderfully pleasant experience. I improved in both Maths and Chemistry and secured A's at both Higher and Advanced Higher. Mr Raza is humble and an excellent teacher.
Brenda Swearingen
a month ago
The tutor was punctual, professional, and really knew their stuff. They made difficult subjects approachable and my son's grades have improved noticeably.
Naila Ali
4 months ago
His teaching methods are excellent and he will explain concepts using a variety of methods to ensure my daughter has understood.
Nashaba Asad
2 months ago
I would highly recommend Raza for helping and supporting my daughter to achieve higher grades in her subjects.
Erum Waqar
5 months ago
I appreciate Mr Raza's hard work and commitment towards delivering quality tutoring.
Ibrahim Maan
a month ago
They make the hardest of Maths and Chemistry problems very easy. If it wasn't for Mohammad I wouldn't have improved my grades.
Suba Awan
3 months ago
He's a fantastic tutor who has been supportive and thorough throughout this chaotic period.
Sadia Rashid
6 months ago
He was a great help. My daughter found his method of teaching very helpful.
Iram Nasim
2 months ago
Mohammed clearly focuses on the learning and development of his pupils and ensures that they are understanding the concepts.
Asifa Elahi
4 months ago
His teaching skills are fantastic and I could see a big improvement in my daughter's confidence. Highly recommended.
Naumaan Khan
3 months ago
From low marks in the prelims to good grades in the National 5 and Higher exams, he has helped me through it all.
Shrek G.
a month ago
Ever since I started tuition with Mohammad, he has supported me through all the topics I struggled with. He is by far one of the best tutors I have ever had — his teaching style caters to his students, and the help he gives outside of tuition is amazing.
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Nat 5 Maths & Chemistry
My daughter was struggling with Nat5 Maths & Nat5 Chemistry, she couldn't understand the different concepts and formulas. Mohammed tailored the lessons to her level and made it very easy for her to understand — topics that once were a source of frustration became easily understood. Mohammed went above and beyond just tutoring, providing support outwith the class and homework to ensure my daughter could apply what she was taught. Fantastic tutor — my daughter said: "When he teaches, he makes it so interesting that I want to learn."
Maths and Chemistry Tutor
Mohammed was a great tutor, he helped me a lot through my studies when it came to both Maths and Chemistry at Higher level. He helped me understand the concepts rather than just practice past papers, which helped me take on scenarios which were never the same in past papers. Definitely recommend his services — his approach to teaching is tailored to the student!
Highly recommended
I cannot recommend Mohammed at Excelsci highly enough! He has tutored my daughter in National 5 Maths, Chemistry and Physics since S3. He is an exceptional tutor with deep subject knowledge — incredibly patient and makes even the most difficult topics easily understandable. His approach to problem solving encourages independent thinking. At the end of S3 my daughter was awarded the Subject Award for Chemistry and has been achieving A1's in every assessment. We look forward to Mohammed tutoring for Higher Chemistry and Maths next session.
Great physics tutor experience
Mohammed is an outstanding physics tutor who explains complex topics clearly and professionally. His teaching is patient, well-structured, and highly effective. Thanks to Excel in MathSci's support, my son's understanding and confidence in physics improved greatly. Highly recommended.
Mohammed at Excelsci Tutoring
Mohammed at Excelsci has been a great help to my son while studying for his Higher Physics — he makes the sessions very personable to their needs and relatable to how they understand the topic. My son enjoyed every session. He is also very helpful when arranging sessions around a busy schedule. At first I wasn't sure the tutoring would work as Mohammed wasn't a classroom teacher, however it worked very well — I would 100 percent recommend Mohammed.
Professional and excellent tutoring services!
I would highly recommend Excelinmathsci for professional and excellent tutoring services. I am especially grateful for the exceptional knowledge and support Mohammed Raza has given my son in preparing for National 5 Maths and Physics, which has greatly enhanced his confidence. Communication and access to learning material following tutoring sessions are exemplary also. Thanks again — my son looks forward to resuming sessions next academic year.
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