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Expert Science Tuition in Sutton Coldfield

Welcome to LME Academy, your local First Class Learning franchise partner in Mere Green. Our Science programme supports students from Year 7 through to GCSE, building confidence and secure understanding across Biology, Chemistry and Physics — with dedicated Combined Science support for GCSE exam success.

The First Class Learning Approach To Science

Our ethos is that the student is at the centre of everything we do. We believe a mistake is a learning opportunity, not a problem. Science at LME goes beyond worksheets — we develop the skills of a true scientist:

  • Personalised Programmes: We begin with a thorough assessment to identify your child's strengths and areas for development, then build a plan that progresses at the right pace.
  • Scientific Enquiry Skills: Students develop observation, investigation and analysis skills, learning to think independently and apply their knowledge to real-world situations.
  • Constant Consolidation: Core concepts are revisited and strengthened step by step, so understanding is secure before moving on — aligned to the National Curriculum throughout.

Our Science Learning Pathway: From Year 7 to GCSE

The FCL Science programme is exclusively designed and produced by First Class Learning and covers all three disciplines — Biology, Chemistry and Physics — plus scientific enquiry skills. Its modular structure gives us huge flexibility: your child can study any combination of the three sciences simultaneously, or focus on one discipline at a time, depending on where they need support.

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1. Biology: From Cells to Ecosystems

Understanding living things and the processes of life

  • Cells & Organisms: The building blocks of life — cell structure and how organisms function.
  • Ecosystems: How living things interact with each other and with their environment.
  • Genetics: Inheritance, variation and what makes every living thing unique.
  • Applied Biology: Connecting classroom learning to health, nature and the real world.

2. Chemistry: Matter, Reactions & the Periodic Table

Students explore what the world is made of and how substances change and interact:

  • Earth Science: The Earth's structure, atmosphere and resources — chemistry in the world around us.
  • Matter: States of matter, particles and the properties of materials.
  • Chemical Reactions: How and why substances react, and how to describe reactions with confidence.
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  • The Periodic Table: Understanding elements, groups and the patterns that unlock the whole subject.

3. Physics: Forces, Energy & Waves

The programme develops the physical concepts students need for secondary school and GCSE Combined Science success.

  • Forces & Energy: Motion, forces, and how energy is transferred and conserved.
  • Electricity & Magnetism: Circuits, current and the principles behind modern technology.
  • Waves: Light, sound and the wave behaviour that runs throughout GCSE Physics.
The Proof Is in the Progress.

See what our students and their parents have to say.

There are lots teaching centres which offer 11 plus tuition but what FCL offers is really a very personalised tutoring plan delivered in a nurturing environment. My daughter would not have managed to get a great score in her 11 plus exam, had it not been for the dedication and mentoring of Ms Sadaf...

Saqi Mumtaz

We are absolutely thrilled that our son has just achieved a Grade 9 in his Maths GCSE thanks to the amazing team at FCL! When he started two years ago, his confidence had dropped and his predicted grades were much lower, but FCL has completely exceeded our expectations. Not only has he achieved the top grade...

Ravinderjit Briah

They are fantastic. The students receive full support, both in terms of the content and teaching provided by the tutors and teachers, as well as the psychological guidance and assistance offered to them. I highly recommend it to any family looking to give their children an additional opportunity and extra support.

Diana Andreis

My boys are have been tutoring for a while and we've seen a massive improvement in their reading and maths. The teachers are so good with them and they really care about their progress. They boys are always happy to go in every week. Amazing service overall so thank you all

Katherina Lees

Great experience, Sadaf who run’s the sessions is really helpful. My son has really progressed and come on leaps and bounds in a short time. Highly recommend. Thank you so much, Mohammed, Sadaf and the team, for your incredible support and guidance!

Monica Kang

We ve been with FCL for more than 2 years now and it’s been the best decision we ve Made for our daughters and the progress we ve seen with them is amazing I would definitely recommend it for anyone who wants their kids to get help the teachers are so friendly and super understanding

Sophia Jasmine RZK

Frequently Asked Questions

Our Science programme supports students from Year 7 through to GCSE. We follow the structured First Class Learning Key Stage 3 programme, and at GCSE level we provide dedicated Combined Science exam support.
The programme spans all three disciplines: Biology (cells, organisms, ecosystems and genetics), Chemistry (matter, reactions, the periodic table and Earth science) and Physics (forces, energy, electricity, magnetism and waves) — plus scientific enquiry skills such as investigation, observation and analysis.
Both — the programme is flexible, so your child can cover any combination of Biology, Chemistry and Physics simultaneously, or focus on one discipline at a time, depending on where they need support.
It follows the National Curriculum but is tailored to the individual. We begin with a thorough assessment to identify your child's strengths and areas for development, then build a personalised learning plan that develops secure understanding step by step, with regular feedback.
At GCSE level we support Combined Science, which is the course most students sit. We don't currently offer separate (Triple) science tuition, but our Combined Science support covers all the Biology, Chemistry and Physics content in the exam.
Our fees are charged monthly and depend on the programme and the number of subjects your child studies. As a guide, tuition works out at approximately £25–£30 per hour. For an exact quote tailored to your child's needs, please give us a call on 07703 891949 — and remember, your child's initial assessment is completely free.
Our classes at Mere Green Library run on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 5–7pm, and Sundays from 11am–1pm. Session length depends on your child's needs — for example, GCSE classes run for 2 hours per subject. We'll recommend the right schedule for your child after their free initial assessment.
Every child follows an individualised learning programme, and we keep our ratios small — a maximum of 3 students per learning coach. This means your child gets close personal attention and support in every session, while still benefiting from a focused group learning environment.
All our tuition is in person at our Mere Green centre, using a pen-and-paper methodology. Because 11+, SATs and GCSE exams are all paper-based, we believe children must practise the way they'll be examined. We do use online materials to build certain skills, but always as a supplement to written work — never a replacement.
Our centre at Mere Green Library welcomes families from across Sutton Coldfield and the surrounding areas, including Mere Green, Four Oaks, Streetly, Wylde Green, Boldmere, Walmley, Lichfield and Tamworth.