Get your child exam-ready for OCR AS Level Physics.
Live, one-to-one sessions with a specialist OCR Physics tutor, matched to your child's exact syllabus and target grade. Book a trial in minutes.
What every parent should know about OCR AS Level Physics.
OCR AS Level Physics is a standalone qualification and the first year of the full A-Level pathway. It covers core mechanics, electricity, and waves, assessed through written examinations set by OCR.
OCR AS Level Physics is a one-year qualification for students aged 16 to 17, typically studied in Year 12. It forms the first half of the OCR A-Level Physics pathway and can also be taken as a standalone award.
OCR grades AS Level Physics on the A to E scale. Assessment is entirely examination-based, with no coursework. Strong command of mark-scheme language and mathematical technique is essential for scoring at the top grade boundaries.
OCR AS Level Physics exams sit in the June exam series each year. Most students begin focused preparation three to four months before the June sitting, though earlier support is strongly advisable for students targeting grades A or A*.
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Lessons built around your child's gaps
Every session targets the specific OCR AS Physics topics holding your child's grade back, not a fixed class schedule.
Real OCR past-paper technique
Tutors work through timed OCR past papers and mark schemes so students learn exactly how to phrase answers for full marks.
Parents kept in the loop
A written progress report lands after every lesson, so you always know what was covered and what comes next.
The qualification that opens the door to A-Level science and beyond.
OCR AS Level Physics is a qualification awarded by OCR, one of the UK's leading exam boards. It is designed for students in Year 12, typically aged 16 to 17, and sits within the OCR A Physics specification.
Assessment is through two written papers covering topics such as mechanics, waves, and electricity. OCR grades the qualification on an A to E scale. Strong results support progression to the full A2 year and university applications in STEM subjects.
Every Tuitional lesson follows the exact OCR A Physics specification, so no time is wasted on out-of-syllabus content. Tutors know the mark-scheme conventions and exam command words that OCR examiners expect at AS Level.
What a one-to-one OCR AS Level Physics lesson actually looks like.
Every session follows a tested four-phase structure: recap, teach, apply, review. Your child works through real OCR material with a specialist tutor from start to finish.
Book a trial lessonA typical 60-minute session
- 0-5 min
Recap and quick diagnostic
The tutor opens by revisiting the previous session's topic and asking two or three targeted questions to identify any remaining gaps before moving on.
Example: Quick questions on resolving forces and Newton's third law from the previous mechanics session to confirm understanding before tackling momentum.
- 5-25 min
Teach the target topic
The tutor explains the new concept clearly, using diagrams and worked examples on the shared whiteboard, checking understanding at every step.
Example: Teaching progressive and stationary waves (OCR A Physics, Module 4), using annotated wave diagrams to distinguish nodes, antinodes, and phase relationships.
- 25-50 min
Apply it to past-paper questions
The student attempts real OCR AS Level past-paper questions under timed conditions. The tutor then reviews each answer against the OCR mark scheme, pointing out command-word traps.
Example: OCR AS Physics Paper 1 (H157/01) six-mark question on the photoelectric effect, comparing the student's answer to mark-scheme descriptors.
- 50-60 min
Review, set homework, and report
The tutor summarises key takeaways, sets a targeted homework task, and logs progress notes so parents and students can review the session at any time.
Example: Homework set on OCR Module 3 electric circuits, with three structured exam questions and a flashcard set shared via the platform resource library.
After the lesson
Parents receive a written session report covering what was taught, how the student performed, and the homework set. The full session recording is available immediately on the platform, alongside the tutor's notes and any shared resources.
Four simple steps.
Tell us the goal
Share your child's OCR syllabus and target grade.
Try a trial lesson
Attend one session before committing to anything.
Start your sessions
Book weekly at times that suit your family.
The stepping stone from GCSE science to university-level Physics.
OCR AS Level Physics is set by OCR, a leading UK awarding body. It covers mechanics, electricity, and waves across two written papers, assessed in the June exam series. Grades run from A to E.
Students who perform well at AS Level are well positioned for the A2 year and for competitive university applications in Physics, Engineering, and Medicine across the GCC and internationally.
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Why families across the GCC trust Tuitional for AS Level Physics.
My son struggled with the OCR mechanics paper for months. After just six sessions with his Tuitional tutor, his confidence was completely transformed. He went from borderline C to a strong A in his mock. The tutor knew exactly how OCR mark schemes work and that made all the difference.
The tutor always sent a detailed report after every session. I could see exactly what my daughter covered and what she needed to practise next. That level of communication gave us real peace of mind.
I found waves and electricity really hard to visualise. My tutor used whiteboard diagrams every lesson and it clicked within a few weeks. I actually started enjoying Physics again.
Scheduling around our family timetable was easy. We booked sessions for Sunday and Wednesday evenings and the tutor was always prepared. Our son improved by two full grade boundaries before the June exams.
OCR AS Level Physics tutoring, your questions answered.
The things parents and students ask us most, in plain language.
?Do your tutors follow the exact OCR AS Physics specification?+
Yes. Every Tuitional tutor works directly from the OCR A Physics specification (H157). Sessions cover the exact modules, topic weightings, and command words that appear in OCR AS Level papers, so nothing drifts from what the examiner expects.
?How is OCR AS Level Physics assessed?+
OCR AS Physics is assessed through two written papers, both sat in the June exam series. There is no coursework component. Paper 1 covers breadth in physics and Paper 2 covers depth in physics. Marks are awarded using the OCR mark scheme.
?How many sessions does my child need before the June exams?+
It depends on the starting point and target grade. Most students benefit from one or two sessions per week across 10 to 16 weeks before June. Your tutor will map the syllabus and set a realistic session plan in the first lesson.
?Can we book sessions around school hours and GCC time zones?+
Yes. The platform is available 24/7 and tutors are matched to Gulf time zones. Most families in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar book sessions on weekday evenings or weekend mornings, depending on school schedules.
?What happens if my child doesn't click with their first tutor?+
Tuitional offers a free re-match if the first pairing doesn't feel right. You simply contact us and we match your child with a different OCR Physics specialist at no extra cost. There is no lock-in and no penalty for switching.
?How much do OCR AS Level Physics tutoring sessions cost?+
AS Level sessions are priced from AED 65 per hour. You can pay per session or purchase a package with no lock-in. Visit the Tuitional tutoring packages page for a full breakdown of options and how to get started.
Book your first OCR AS Level Physics session today.
Tell us your child's year group and target grade. We'll match them with a specialist OCR Physics tutor and have a trial session ready to book within one working day.
- Live, one-to-one sessions with an OCR specialist
- Matched to the exact AS Physics syllabus
- Flexible GCC-friendly scheduling
- Full session recordings and progress reports included
3 of the tutors who teach this
Every lesson is live and one-to-one with a subject specialist. These are real members of the teaching team — read their full profile before you decide.
Sana Ali
Tuitional Certified Tutor
Applied physicist specialising in IGCSE and A-Level Physics
10+ years teaching
Bilal Khalid
Tuitional Certified Tutor
Physics Specialist — MPhil Physics, Gold Medallist
10+ years teaching
Dolan Rodrigues
Tuitional Certified Tutor
Physics & Mathematics Specialist — 30+ Years, Former Academic Dean
30+ years teaching