Ben Quirk
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Shahram Sharafi
UK-qualified teacher specialising in KS3 / GCSE / A-level Sciences and Maths in Basingstoke
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Darwin V
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Overview
About GCSE Computer Science tutoring
Full price shown: one all-in price, the price you see is the price you pay. Python programming, AQA, Edexcel, OCR. GCSE Computer Science tutors on TutorLab charge from £45.00 an hour, all in.
GCSE Computer Science has two distinct halves: the theory (assessed by written exam) and the programming (developed throughout the course as a non-exam assessment). Students who can code often struggle with the theory, and vice versa. A GCSE Computer Science tutor bridges both, teaching Python problem-solving alongside the conceptual content the written exam demands.
Cost
How much does a GCSE Computer Science tutor cost in the UK?
GCSE Computer Science tutor rates in the UK vary with level, experience and whether sessions are online or in person. Compare the tutor profiles on this page to see each tutor's own hourly rate directly, with one all-in price. See typical UK tutor rates →
What affects the price
- Level: A-Level and exam-specialist tuition costs more than primary or KS3.
- Tutor experience: subject specialists and ex-examiners charge more.
- Format: online sessions are usually a little cheaper than in person.
- Frequency: some tutors offer a lower rate for regular weekly blocks.
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About GCSE Computer Science tuition on TutorLab
Every figure below describes the 3 GCSE Computer Science profiles shown in the UK on this page, refreshed daily from live profiles. Each tutor sets their own rate and availability; message any of them directly, or send one request and let the tutors who fit reply to you.
- GCSE Computer Science profiles shown in the UK
- 3
- Hourly price, all-in
- £45.00 to £91.00
- Levels they teach
- Primary (1), KS3 (2), GCSE (3), A-Level (1), A-level (1), University (1)
- Also teach online
- 3 of 3
- Confirmed open to new students
- 1 of 3
- Identity verified
- 1 of 3
- Offer a free intro call
- 2 of 3
Grades
What grade does your child need?
Computer Science is strongly valued for university computing, engineering and data science courses. A grade 6+ is typically expected for A-Level Computer Science. Grade 7–9 is advantageous for competitive university applications in computing-related subjects.
In summer 2026, 70.6% of the 82,428 GCSE Computer Science entries in England were graded 4 or above, and 29.9% reached grade 7 or above. Source: JCQ, GCSE results June 2026.
Exam boards
How AQA, Edexcel and OCR set GCSE Computer Science
AQA
The facts below are what AQA publishes about its GCSE Computer Science specification, read from the board's own page on 14 September 2026. Schools choose their board, so ask any tutor on this page which specification your child follows before booking.
- Specification code
- 8525
- Qualification title
- Computer Science
- Tiers
- One tier for all students
- Non-exam assessment
- None, written exams only
- Specification first taught
- 2025
How it is assessed: 2 components
| Component | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 90 | 2h |
| Paper 2 | 90 | 1h 45m |
Source: aqa.org.uk, the board's specification page. Boards revise specifications; the board's page is the current issue.
Edexcel
The facts below are what Edexcel publishes about its GCSE Computer Science specification, read from the board's own page on 14 September 2026. Schools choose their board, so ask any tutor on this page which specification your child follows before booking.
- Specification code
- 1CP2
- Qualification title
- Computer Science
- Tiers
- One tier for all students
- Non-exam assessment
- None, written exams only
- Specification first taught
- 2020
How it is assessed: 2 components
| Component | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 75 | |
| Paper 2 | 75 | 2h |
Source: qualifications.pearson.com, the board's specification page. Boards revise specifications; the board's page is the current issue.
OCR
The facts below are what OCR publishes about its GCSE Computer Science specification, read from the board's own page on 14 September 2026. Schools choose their board, so ask any tutor on this page which specification your child follows before booking.
- Specification code
- J277
- Qualification title
- Computer Science
- Tiers
- One tier for all students
- Non-exam assessment
- None, written exams only
- Specification first taught
- 2020
How it is assessed: 2 components
| Component | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | 80 | 1h 30m |
| Paper 2 | 80 | 1h 30m |
Source: ocr.org.uk, the board's specification page. Boards revise specifications; the board's page is the current issue.
Common mistakes
Where GCSE Computer Science students lose marks
Programming is a practical skill, it can't be learned from a textbook
Students who read about Python without writing Python consistently underperform on the programming questions. A tutor can set real coding tasks, review output and give immediate feedback in a way textbooks and YouTube tutorials can't.
OCR Reference Language vs Python, a translation problem
OCR's exam uses a pseudo-code language called OCR Reference Language, not Python. Students who've coded in Python must learn to translate fluently, and this skill is rarely explicitly taught in class.
Binary, hex and data representation is counterintuitive
Binary arithmetic, two's complement, hex conversion and data representation are Paper 1 staples and feel abstract to students who haven't clicked with them. These are teachable with the right repetition.
FAQ
Questions parents ask
Does a GCSE Computer Science tutor need to know a specific programming language?
Python is the most common language used for GCSE Computer Science teaching. Your tutor should be confident teaching Python problem-solving as well as the OCR Reference Language (for OCR students). When enquiring, confirm which board your child's school uses.
How much does a GCSE Computer Science tutor cost?
GCSE Computer Science tutors on TutorLab charge from £45.00 an hour, all in.
My child can code but struggles with the theory, can a tutor help with just that?
Yes. The theory papers (computer systems, computational thinking and algorithms) can be tutored independently. A tutor can focus entirely on the written exam content, networks, systems architecture, Boolean logic, without touching the programming component.
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