Leon Simpson Tuition

About me

I am Dr Leon Simpson. I am an online tutor of maths and physics with a commitment to and proven track record of raising attainment.

​I studied an MPhys degree in Physics at the University of Oxford, followed by a PhD in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath. I had a career in academic research, with postdoctoral research in mathematical physics done abroad behind me.

More recently, I worked at a college, teaching A-level Maths, Further Maths and Physics. Since leaving in 2018 I have worked as a one-to-0ne tutor. I am now online exclusively and teach from secondary to postgraduate level. I hold a teaching qualification and am Enhanced DBS checked.

For further information about my career and academic background, access my LinkedIn profile using the button below. 

Recent success

Highlights of 2024 include 71% of my A-level Maths students obtaining A/A* grades, and 100% of my GCSE Maths students and 67% of my GCSE Physics students obtaining 8/9 grades. In 2025, 100% of my A-level Maths and Further Maths students obtained A/A* grades, as well as 100% of GCSE Physics students scoring 7-9 grades.

For a summary of my results in 2025, use the button below.

Getting started

Click the button underneath for my calendar to judge my availability. My working days are Wednesday to Sunday.

For information on getting started, see the About online tuition link in the menu.